Setting up a classroom, learning all new names and faces, last week was way too short to even think about gardening. No worries, we’ll get to it this week without missing a beat. First off, review Week 1 (see below), especially the part about tool safety, then read on… For those new to gardening you […]
For those new to school gardens now is the time to find a proper location. You’ll want a spot that is level, with at least six hours of sun exposure, and good drainage. If the desired location is facing south, all the better. Make sure there is a usable water source nearby. If no ground […]
In Southern California we have two major planting times, fall and spring. In fall we plant cool weather crops in spring warm weather crops. To know which are which review this chart of Vegetable Families West Hollywood Elementary School Winter Garden
How to get started 1) First and foremost get permission from the principal. 2) Get help. Talk about your proposal at the next parent/teacher conference. Contact your local Master Gardener office for volunteers in your area. In Los Angeles, the Master Gardener Email Gardening Helpline can be reached at mglosangeleshelpline@ucdavis.edu 3) Placement of garden – […]
Planting for your winter garden is right around the corner. Make sure you order your seeds pronto. Some of my favorite seed catalogs include: Pinetree Garden Seeds, Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, and Seeds of Change
In the heat of summer lettuce will bolt and shoot up a central stalk 3-4 ft high. After the plant flowers, seeds will form and can be collected for the following season. Currently we have been collecting seeds from coriander (cilantro), dill, fennel, lettuce, and pole beans; also from such flowers as: marigolds, cosmos, and […]