Farm to Table Day / Veggie Patch Planting
Veggie Patch Planting
Children plant vegetable seeds or seedlings in garden beds or pots and learn how to care for them.
How to run it
- Choose seasonal seeds or seedlings suited to your area.
- Fill pots or prepare garden beds with potting mix.
- Show children how to plant at the right depth and spacing.
- Water gently, label each plant and set up a watering roster.
You will need
- seeds or seedlings
- potting mix
- pots or garden bed
- trowels
- watering cans
- plant labels
Make it easier or harderUse large seeds such as beans for younger children; older children can keep a growth journal.
SafetyWear gloves with potting mix, avoid inhaling it and wash hands afterwards.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 4Children care for living things and learn about growing food.
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