Why were Americans and courage to grow their own food in victory Gardens

Victory gardens were established in WWI and WWII in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. These fruit and herb gardens were maintained in public parks and private residences. These gardens highlighted the contributions civilians could make to the war effort.

Victory Gardens were pushed by the American government during World War II to build and foster community spirit during the time of war but even more importantly, to make the average person feel like they were involved in the war and part of the war effort.