Plants and Garden Themes for Young Children

Topic: getting started, theme gardens
Grade Level: Preschool
Location: Indoor, Outdoor
Season: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Find plants young kids will love to grow and garden themes to inspire fun and exploration.

Plants for PreK Gardens

Sensory Plants

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Landscape Plants for Play and Learning

This article provides a description of design considerations when selecting plants for playscapes.

NC State University’s Plant Toolbox

This database helps you determine which plants to avoid when planning your ECE garden and when landscaping your play spaces.

KidsGardening Theme Garden Ideas

This article shares many popular theme ideas for home and school gardens.


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