Guiding Principles
Healthier Plants
- Increased understanding of plant needs
- Appropriate selection, placement, and care of plants
- Integrated pest-management practices
Healthier Environment
- Optimum water use
- Improved soil quality
- Reduced reliance on pesticides
Healthier Gardeners
- More vegetables and fruits consumed
- More positive gardening experiences
- More new skills learned and recognized
- More gardens in the community
- Better health through gardening
Healthier Community
- More people gardening
- More positive experiences
- More group involvement