Classroom Garden – Nutrients for Life

Fertilizing the Garden with the 4R’s of Nutrient Management

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We often forget about fertilizing and wonder why we didn’t get as much produce as expected. Over-applying fertilizer can cause as much heartache as under-applying. To be sure you’re applying the right amount, follow label directions and use the 4R’s of nutrient stewardship.

June 22, 2016 Read more

The Resources You Need To Start Your School Garden

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I believe every school should have a garden. Think back to your education; what do you remember? What teacher had an impact? I bet those memories are tied to an activity or teacher who brought innovation and experiential learning to the classroom.

March 15, 2016 Read more

Nutrients in the Garden 20: Pumpkins & Peanuts

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We did it! For the first time ever, we grew pumpkins and peanuts! Adding new crops to the garden keeps our fingernails dirty and our interested peaked.

October 6, 2014 1 Comment Read more

School Garden Spotlight: Tony Jensen

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Mr. Jensen, agriculture teacher in Nebraska, has always spent a lot of time outside. From landscaping with his wife to activities like hiking and camping, he knows the value of getting some fresh air. Now, with the creation of a growing dome, his students are able to connect with nature while at school!

March 24, 2014 Read more

Teacher Spotlight: Sue Meggers

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Ms. Meggers is an avid gardener and overall soil enthusiast! She teaches seventh and eighth grade at Interstate 35 Secondary in Madison County, Iowa where she and fellow teacher, Hannah Ludwig, created a beautiful school garden.

October 31, 2013 Read more

Garden Spotlight: Sue Meggers & Hannah Ludwig

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Sue Meggers has gardened for many reasons over the course of her life. When she was young, she gardened because her grandparents did.

October 30, 2013 1 Comment Read more

Garden Spotlight: Micah Weber

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"Just plant it, seed is cheap!" says Micah Weber of Rock Valley, Iowa. Mr. Weber has been the Agriculture Education Instructor for grades seven through twelve at Rock Valley Community School for the past 13 years.

October 17, 2013 2 Comments Read more

How-To: Harvest Sunflower Seeds

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I had the opportunity to help my daughter’s first grade class learn how to harvest sunflower seeds. Last spring, as kindergartners, they planted sunflowers in front of the school. Little did they know, they were planting a delicious snack they would enjoy in the fall!

October 9, 2013 Read more

School Garden Spotlight: John Cole

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Mr. Cole heard about the Helping Communities Grow program for FFA chapters and thought, "my students would enjoy that." Little did he know, deciding to participate in the competition would lead to reconnecting with a classmate from over 40 years ago and so, so much more.

September 25, 2013 11 Comments Read more

School Garden Spotlight: Tracy Mendoza

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"Gardens make children better, happier and more helpful" is Tracy Mendoza's motto when talking about her students and their school garden.

September 23, 2013 Read more

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