Designing a School Garden

As you design and your garden program and layout, consider these elements to ensure you meet the needs of your community.

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container gardening with vegetables Consider Container Gardening
hands holding broccoli in the garden Plan for a Safe and Successful Edible Garden
Raised garden beds in a concrete area Accessible Garden Paths
garden mentorship program Garden Mentorship Program K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Autism spectrum disorder garden Designing Garden Spaces for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder Preschool, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
kids gardening in a raised bed Raised Beds 101
small sunflower growing in garden Plants and Garden Themes for Young Children Preschool
victory gardens Victory Gardens
inclusive gardening Design a Garden that Honors Individuality and Fosters Connection
accessible garden for boy in wheelchair Create an Accessible Garden for Those of all Physical Abilities
pile of vegetables for a lasagna garden Building a Lasagna Garden
container gardening with vegetables Consider Container Gardening
hands holding broccoli in the garden Plan for a Safe and Successful Edible Garden
kids gardening Designing Garden Programs for All
designing and placing a garden Designing and Placing the Garden

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