Response Options Related to Health Benefits of Gardening in Times of Crisis

In this chapter, we discuss response options aimed at optimising the use of gardens and gardening in times of crisis. We discuss three options related to access and ownership of garden spaces, the design of gardens for restoration and stress relief, and finally, options related to governance and healthcare. These insights are used to formulate recommendations and solutions for health professionals, policymakers and other stakeholders who may be interested in using gardening as a tool to address current and future crises. The chapter takes a broad perspective encompassing response options to optimise the health benefits of gardens and gardening in acute crisis situations as well as response options for vulnerable populations in both low- and high-income countries experiencing more persistent challenges in their daily living circumstances.