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Home and Garden: Raised Garden Beds for the Elderly

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TALLAHASSEE, FL. (WTXL)-- With warmer temperatures comes more outdoor activities but for the elderly it can be a hassle on the body.

Allegro Senior Living has 4 feet high raised gardens that are constructed with seniors in mind.  There is no bending over or down to work in them. 

It takes planning and setting goals to accomplish a successful garden. Time of year is very important as to what will be planted and the length of time it takes to grow. 

 Many seniors had gardens growing up and they enjoy seeing the benefits of getting their hands dirty. Growing something from a seed is definitely a feeling of success.