We have amended our beds, laid out rows and are now ready to sow seeds. All pertinent information about planting seeds can be found on the back of the seed packet. This includes: lighting requirements, row spacing, plant spacing, planting depth, plant height, days to germination, and days to harvest. Note: On the seed packet […]
Monthly Archives: September 2007
Why do we need to amend the beds, why do we need to turn the soil?” I hear this alot. Invariably its from a student in the midst of said activity who deservedly wants a break. The answer is, we amend the beds to add nutrients to the soil. Healthy soil means healthy plants. There […]
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