gardening
noun
gar·den·ing
ˈgär-də-niŋ 
ˈgärd-niŋ
: the act, activity, or pastime of planning and cultivating gardens
… America's number-one leisure pursuit remains the gentle, slow-going, idyllic activity of gardening.—
Margaret Langstaff
Margaret Langstaff… there is no shortage this spring of slick and glossy books on gardening that are long on toothsome photography and short of thoughtful text …—Allen Lacy
Allen LacyHalide lamps are the most popular source of white light available for indoor gardening, providing the best light spectrum for all stages of plant growth.—Laura L. Kramer
—often used before another nounLaura L. Kramergardening gloves
gardening tools
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Personal development ranges from practical skills like sewing and gardening to career advancement through leadership training and personal branding.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
Many voters said Governor Whitmer’s order, which restricted an outdoor activity – gardening – seemed irrational and excessive, even at the time.
—Jacob Turcotte, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Mar. 2025
Its 2025 Gardening Outlook Study, conducted in November 2024, found that about 40% expected to spend more money gardening and slightly more than that expect to spend more time gardening.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
Plus, save on outdoor upgrades like patio furniture, decor, and gardening tools and accessories.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 9 Mar. 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
Many voters said Governor Whitmer’s order, which restricted an outdoor activity – gardening – seemed irrational and excessive, even at the time.
—Jacob Turcotte, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Mar. 2025
Its 2025 Gardening Outlook Study, conducted in November 2024, found that about 40% expected to spend more money gardening and slightly more than that expect to spend more time gardening.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
Plus, save on outdoor upgrades like patio furniture, decor, and gardening tools and accessories.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 9 Mar. 2025
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“Gardening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gardening. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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