Gardening is the practice of growing and cultivating plants as part of
horticulture. In gardens,
ornamental plants are often grown for their
flowers,
foliage, or overall appearance; useful plants, such as
root vegetables,
leaf vegetables,
fruits, and
herbs, are grown for consumption, for use as
dyes, or for
medicinal or
cosmetic use. Gardening is considered to be a relaxing activity for many people.