Creating an edible
Patio Garden with Your Child
|by Jennie Lyon
Spring is right around the corner and one of my
favorite activities to welcome the new season is
creating an organic garden with my son! I love
that simple potted gardens can be created in any
home, whether you live in a house, apartment or
high-rise condominium, you can almost always
find a small sunny spot to grow a simple garden.
ber, to choose plants that will still be comfortable in your pots when they are full grown.
A potted garden is great for child because they
can pick up the pot and bring it to the kitchen
to harvest the goodies and it gives them great
pride and accomplishment to watch their garden grow. The best part, however is spending
an hour in the spring sunshine with your little
ones making memories that last a lifetime.
You Will Need:
• Assorted pots (we like to collect our from
thrift shops)
• Organic fruit and vegetable plants
(minimally packaged)
• Organic potting soil
Step 1: Pick the Perfect Location
First, decide where you will grow your garden goodies. Then, choose what size pots and
plants your space can accommodate and that
will grow well in your local climate. Remem-
Step 2: Add Soil to the Pots
Add organic potting soil to the bottom of
each pot. This project is perfect for children who love to get their hands dirty.
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