What are Victory Gardens, and should we bring them back?

Victory Gardens, also called “war gardens” or “food gardens for defense” were gardens planted by ordinary citizens during World War I and World War II to provide some relief in the public food demands.

Victory gardens were soon “cropping up” across the United States and Canada. Victory gardens were considered a civil morale booster, giving a sense of purpose and a way to contribute to society, providing the food needed to sustain a nation during a time of need. After the war ended, gardening became more of a hobby rather than a necessity for most people.

But today we’re facing new challenges again, and growing your own food might just be what you need.

We need to eat more fruits and vegetables, but what’s available at grocery stores lacks the nutrition and freshness that your body needs, and is getting more expensive by the minute…

Not only is gardening an excellent way to reduce your grocery bill, but it is also a great way to bring your family (and neighborhood) together.

Here are some compelling reasons why you should consider starting your own Victory Garden this year:

-        Growing your own fresh fruits and vegetables is a great way to stretch your food budget.

-        Homegrown vegetables provide readily-available nutrition (every day a vegetable is off the vine it loses its health benefits).

-        No harmful chemicals are sprayed on your veggies.

-        It would provide fresh air and outdoor exercise for the whole family.

-        Forges bonding experiences for family and community members.

-        Allows you to control your food supply and be more self-sufficient.

-        Gardening is a great activity to help relieve stress and improve sleep quality.

-        Reduces your carbon footprint.

-        Statistically, gardeners live longer!

Don’t let the lack of space deter you. No matter how much room you have, you can grow your own vegetables in your backyard (or front yard, in some cases). Even a 10 x 10 ft garden can grow a tremendous amount of food for your loved ones. And even if all you have is a balcony or deck, growing in containers is a great way to get started!

If you don’t know where to start, I have a free workshop coming up April 15 at 4pm ‘’ How to get started growing a vegetable garden’’. Register by clicking here.

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