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Gardening during the Coronavirus Covid19 outbreak

Date Posted: 20 March 2020

Get gardening during the Coronavirus outbreak!

With more and more people stuck at home on lock down during the COVID19 outbreak we take a look at why gardening is a way out of the doom and gloom...

Its outside...

When times are depressing... and lets face it the world aint a cake walk right now the human body needs Vitamin D to help combat depression and anxiety. Gardening provides this in a relaxing form. If its cold, wrap up warm...and if its sunny all the better!

It gives you a purpose...

We have all looked at our gardens in the depths of winter and wondered just how we were going to transform it into a beautiful enjoable space. Well now you have more time on your hands make it your project. The Japanese call it 'ikigai' which means 'reason for living'. If you have to stay at home why not tackle projects bit by bit and then revel in your efforts because more than anything gardening can give you a great sense of achievement!

Spring is coming...

What makes the fear and anxiety of the Coronavirus even worse is the fact we are still in the winter, its cold and gloomy and seems depressing...but spring is round the corner! There is no better therapy than watching things grow in your garden particularly things you have planted and grown yourself. It wont be long before Spring is in full bloom and even if you are bound to your home you can explore the delights of your garden.

Its great exercise...

Many people who are shut at home are looking for things to do during coronavirus outbreak. Many people may also be of the older generations. Sitting watching TV all day is not going to help and exercise is essential. gardening provides this in a relaxed form and can be as exerting as you want it to be!

Grow your own...

Well if you cant get it in the supermarket during Coronavirus, then why not grow it yourself!

Admire the fruits of your labour...

You will be so busy gardening during the Coronavirus you wont even notice where the time has gone...and by the time its all over you will be able to stand back and admire your achievements!

Japeto understands how hard it is right now. But we want to encourage you to pick up your hori hori knife and get gardening!

As a further incentive use the code JAPETO10 to get yourself an extra 10% discount on Japeto products during Coronavirus.