A school garden is a bit different from a home garden in that the school garden may or may not be cared for throughout the summer months. Either way vegetables are planted at various times of the year depending on the vegetable. If a school garden is set upproperly, there is no reason a classroom couldn't have vegetables year round. These vegetables not only provide food budget savings, but also make a valuable contribution to nutrition. A garden allows even the youngest child to help in gathering food.
Gardening is an excellent youth project.
It can provide a source of income as well as an outlet for energy. The garden is also an excellent laboratory for experimenting with plants. Everyone can learn from simple experiments in the exciting world of plant science. Successful gardens are the result of careful planning, watchful care, and good management. With a few simple tools, a little land, and a desire to nurture plant growth, anyone can become a school gardener.