Gardening As spring comes to half the world, many people can enjoy the new growth that comes with warmer weather. This is a great time to get outside and get dirty! Gardening is popular in many parts of the world. This outdoor activity gives us beautiful plants , pleasant smelling flowers and fresh fruits and vegetables . But it also gives us many health benefits . Reduces loneliness Gardening connects people. When you are gardening, you are outdoors. So it is a perfect time to socialize with your neighbors. In this 2014 photo , this urban gardener picks herbs from her garden patch at a community garden in Omaha, Nebraska. In this 2014 photo , this urban gardener picks herbs from her garden patch at a community garden in Omaha, Nebraska . Most people love to talk about their hobbies, and gardeners are no different. They usually enjoy showing people what they are growing. And most enjoy sharing advice and stories about their gardens almost as ...