Have fun Gardening with Your Kids

It’s time to get our hands a little dirty! Today, we’ll be painting flowerpots and then planting seeds in them. Gardening is a great way to teach the kids about nature and the environment. They’ll love watching their very own plant grow over time!  

Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1 terracotta pot per child
• Paint
• Paintbrush
• Assorted seeds of your choice
• Spade
• Lightweight soil-less potting mix
• Watering can
• Popsicle sticks
• Spray bottle filled with water
• Plastic wrap

Start the day off by painting your flowerpot. Allow time for it to dry completely before planting your seeds. Not only are these pots fun to paint, but they make the perfect gift for family members!

Once your flowerpot is dry, it’s time to start planting!

• Make sure your pot is completely dry.
• Moisten the potting mix. If water comes out when you squeeze it, add more mix. It should be damp, but not soaked.
• Using your spade, fill your pot with the mix, leaving about half an inch at the top. Tap the container gently to settle the mix.
• Plant your seeds.
• Mist the top of the soil with a spray bottle.
• Write the name of the seeds on a popsicle stick, and insert it into the pot.
• Lightly cover the top of the pot with plastic wrap. This will keep them from drying out, and keep them warm.
• Place your pot in a warm, sunny spot.
• Once the seedlings emerge, you can remove the plastic, and watch them grow!

Total Time: 45 mins

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