Going green's good for the wallet


Datuk Dr Hashim Abdul Wahab tends to his garden during his free time.

Toiling in the vegetable patch is beneficial on several fronts – adding homegrown wholesome goodness in your diet, watching the ringgit and exercising.

IF the rising cost of vegetables is making you think twice about eating your greens, it’s about time to try to start growing your own. Besides reducing the amount of money spent on marketing, you can enjoy the fruits of your labour and savour fresh vegetables.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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