Growing a handful of plants in a bare front garden significantly reduces stress, RHS research finds

Research by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has found that a greener front garden, with just a few extra plants, can reduce stress and make you feel happier, more relaxed and closer to nature.

by Dan Symonds
Researcher installing trellis in the newly planted front garden - credit: Anna Da Silva/RHS images
Researcher installing trellis in the newly planted front garden - credit: Anna Da Silva/RHS images

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