National Tree Day / Native Seedling Planting
Native Seedling Planting
Children plant native seedlings in the service grounds or a community site, learning how trees support wildlife and the environment.
How to run it
- Choose a planting spot and check for underground services with the site manager.
- Show children how to dig a hole twice the size of the pot.
- Gently remove each seedling, plant it and firm the soil.
- Water in well and add a name tag for each plant.
You will need
- native seedlings
- trowels
- gloves
- watering cans
- plant tags
Make it easier or harderYounger children can water and fill holes; older children can research each species.
SafetyWear gloves, wash hands afterwards, and supervise digging tools.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2Children care for the environment and contribute to their community.
Fits these theme days
National Tree DayGardening DayEarth DaySustainable SuperstarsEnvironmental DayClean Up Australia Day
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