Cultivating Calm Through Chaos: Gardening for Mental Health and Wellness

Gardening is full of lessons, and sometimes, they come from unexpected places—like two years of trying and failing to grow sweet peas. From no blooms to a single flower, I was ready to give up until a neighbor shared a tip that changed everything: sweet peas thrive in the cold. With a little patience and the right timing, I’ve learned that gardening, like life, is about embracing challenges, seeking wisdom, and trusting in the growth to come.