Tips to Stay onYour FeetWhile Gardening As we finally say goodbye to the long, cold winter, it’s time to take advantage of the warming spring. For many people, this means getting back out into the garden. Gardening is a relaxing hobby, but the movement and physical labor can be risky for those who struggle with balance. Here are some tips to help you stay on your feet as you show off your green thumb. Add Some Lighting don’t have to spend hours bent over or on your knees to tend to your garden. They’re easier on your back and you avoid the risks of standing up and down while working in the sun. Plus, raised garden beds allow you to improve the soil in your garden, keep your vegetable roots from drowning in water, and protect your garden from a cold spring. Keep Your Yard Clean
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During hot summer days, most gardeners will wait until the temperature cools off at dusk to work in their garden. Make sure you can clearly see where you’re walking at all times of the day. Line your walkways and garden paths with solar powered lights, and turn on any outside lights before leaving the house. You can even hang bright lights from your trees to add a bit of useful ambiance to your garden. Elevate Your Garden Beds Raised garden beds have become very trendy in recent years, and their benefits are more than just aesthetic. With raised garden beds, you
One way to avoid tripping in your yard is to make sure there’s nothing you can trip over. Keep your yard as clean as possible by removing debris and trimming your grass regularly. Be sure to pick up your gardening tools when you’re done using them, too. Consider painting your gardening tools bright colors so they stand out in the grass and soil.
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Remember these tips and stay safe while you help your garden grow this spring.
This hearty soup is the perfect meal for those late winter days when you think spring will never come. It can be made vegetarian by substituting vegetable broth for the chicken stock.
INGREDIENTS:
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12 ounces asparagus 1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 cups chicken stock
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon ghee or coconut oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS:
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus and garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10 minutes. 3. Transfer asparagus to blender. Add remaining ingredients and puree until smooth. 4. Season to taste and serve.
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