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Many people decide to enrich their gardens there are avocado, mango, mandarin and by planting trees. Most do it for the beauty, lemon trees,” came her reply. “When we talk or to provide extra shade in summer months. about fruit trees in Sydney, we are discussing a However, there are more benefits from trees vast range of potentials. Many subtropical fruit than you might think. Beyond their relaxing trees, as well as those suited to cooler climates, power and connecting us with nature, trees can thrive in this environment.” She suggested do a lot for the environment. I interviewed we can also plant organic vegetables and Mrs Dhungana, a neighbour of mine, as I had herbs such as spinach, coriander, and radishes, always seen her planting trees and bushes in as they thrive in this climate. her yard. I was curious to know why she loved During the interview, I also asked her and cared for her garden so much and wanted what the most important things are to keep to understand more it. This interview occurred your garden flourishing. “We should not view in her gorgeous garden, where she invited me the act of planting as the completion of the to explore her plants and the environment she process,” Mrs Dhungana answered. “Aftercare had nurtured, which I of course accepted. is critical for young and freshly planted trees; I started off by asking her about the without it, we risk our plants dying, or they importance of planting trees. “Tree planting may not develop to a level where they give has ‘mind-boggling potential' to address the advantages such as carbon capture.” Being climate crisis. Millions more trees could offset among her plants was tranquil, the smells and two-thirds of all carbon bright shades of green dioxide emissions caused “Simply existing in nature relaxing to take in. During by human activities. leads to better health, the interview, she offered Forest restoration is not me some juice from the simply one of our climate creativity, and even kindness. mandarin tree that was change answers, it is by There is something special growing in the corner. The far the most important,” about being among trees juice was refreshing and Mrs Dhungana replied. far better than the one She shared that even found in shops. You really just planting trees in that cannot be replicated.” can taste the difference! the garden can make Finally, I asked her what a significant difference motivated her to plant in protecting nature. “A single tree may not trees in her garden, and if there were any make a difference, but if 10 million people suggestions that she would like to give to other plant one tree, it will,” Mrs Dhungana added, people about planting trees. Mrs Dhungana “If individuals want to do something, planting expressed that planting trees in her garden not a tree is a terrific place to begin.” only provided her and her family with fresh air, “When planting trees in the garden we vegetables, and fruits, but also, she could enjoy must consider the following things. You do the serenity and green of nature every day. not need permission, but you should consider “Some people do not have their own home what species will grow where you live, as well as most live in units or apartments, therefore as how large it may become. It's pointless to planting trees in the garden is not possible. If put an oak tree two feet outside your back- you are interested in planting trees, but don't door; eventually it will destroy your house,” have the space, I urge you to approach local Mrs Dhungana continued. “You must consider parks, schools, or hospital grounds to volunteer. home foundations, underground sewers, Make sure you get permission from them first overhead electricity lines. In short, make sure though!” the tree will grow in an area where it will not Mrs Dhungana left me with this closing have a negative impact.” Consider the impact statement: \"Everyone probably does not on your neighbours as well.” Looking around feel the same way as I do, but perhaps they her garden, I saw quite a few trees with sizable should. Simply existing in nature leads to better fruit hanging off their branches and wondered health, creativity, and even kindness. There is aloud what they could be. \"I have planted many something special about being among trees fruit trees in my garden, the ones you can see that cannot be replicated.” SOAPBOX MAGAZINE 19
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