Plant a Seed Day is all about making it as easy as possible for people to get started on their gardening journey. Every year on the first day of Spring, we celebrate with the biggest planting party of the year!
Whether you have acres of land or just a small balcony, whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete novice, there’s a way for you to grow your own food.
Whether it’s basil on your windowsill or a patch of carrots in your backyard, getting started is simple and impactful.
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Growing your own food improves nutrition security and mental health, connects us with nature, opens our eyes to the impacts of climate change, and improves economic mobility.
We've got you covered with everything you need to grow your own food. Our beginner-friendly resources will guide you step-by-step from the garden to your dinner table.
Everything you need to get growing this Plant a Seed Day.
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A great basic how-to-water video
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Beaded seed spacers make planting with students easy.
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Soil 101
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Using organic fertilizer in your vegetable garden.
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Organic potting mix is best for container gardens.
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Great for making classroom sets of watering cans and reducing plastic waste
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This video will show you how to clean, cut, and prepare fresh vegetables after harvest. You'll learn the best techniques for using a salad spinner to remove excess water, how to peel and cut vegetables for maximum flavor and nutrients, and how to chop herbs and leafy greens like a pro. We'll also share tips for engaging your students in the process
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APHIDS AND MILDEW AND SQUIRRELS, OH MY!
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Bring your garden to life with Big Green and Readers to Eaters and the Read as you Grow project. Feed hungry minds and bring ELA education to life with students outside in the garden by connecting the stories and ideas that they are exploring in these fantastic books to what they can observe while growing food in their garden.
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