Reminiscent of the WWI & WW2 “Victory Gardens”, as well as the Great Depression “Relief Gardens”, Americans are planting their own gardens in increasing numbers during these tough, economic times.

W. Atlee Burpee & Co., the nation’s largest seed and gardening supply store, has registered a 25-30% increase in vegetable seed and plant sales since last year. CEO George Ball said, “I’ve been in the business for 30 years, and I’ve never seen anything like it- even remotely like it.” The National Garden Association expects a 19% increase in the number of homegrown fruit, vegetable, and herb gardens this year. And according to the association, a $70 garden investment can yield $600 worth of annual produce.

Americans are utilizing their ingenuity to cut costs and make the necessary sacrifices during this severe recession. Every penny counts.

Wouldn’t it be nice to see Washington D.C. act the same way?

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