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In support of their Planet Friendly Ambassadors program, McCain Foods partnered with KidsGardening to build two new youth gardens in Wisconsin! Each installation included $5,000 worth of garden installation materials, plants, and tools. Now, youth at the Boys and...
Big or little, one or many, edibles or flowering plants – container gardens are bursting with potential and the perfect way to begin your garden adventures! Container gardens are an excellent way to dive into the world of school gardening. As long as you have adequate...
Container Gardening with Kids Learn how this approach can become a cost-effective, successful, and fun way to grow at school, home, or anywhere!About the Webinar As long as you have some sun and access to water, gardening in containers lets you and your kiddos grow...
Science and gardening go hand in hand. Explore the scientific method with your young gardeners and discover what kind of container gardens are best for growing plants! Our “Container Garden Science Experiment” Garden Activity Pack is the perfect guide. While...
Finding space for plants and gardens in urban areas can be a challenge. Green roof technology offers a way to expand cultivated square footage where open land is in short supply.
For those with limited garden space or who are growing their vegetable gardens in containers, the choice of varieties is even more important to ensure the plants fit the space allotted to them.
A container garden makes a great first garden project. All you need is something that can hold soil with small holes in the bottom for excess water to drain.
Choosing the right plants is always important, but it’s especially crucial for gardens designed for young children. This list includes annual and perennial plants considered safe for wee ones.
No ground to garden in? No problem! Even if you have little space, poor soil, or are surrounded by cement and blacktop, you can still have a thriving youth garden project — in containers.
Theme gardens are an excellent way to foster the love of gardening with your children. The inspiration for a theme garden can come from many things like a story, a favorite food, a favorite color, a historical event, or a favorite animal. As you brainstorm, let your younger gardener’s imagination run wild and then search for plants that help you achieve your chosen theme (and that will grow well in your area).