Seed planting took place by the 3rd and 4th graders during March. The 3rd grade planted several types of cold crops . We should be able to harvest them during the months of September and October when you come back from summer vacation. It would allow the garden to share more of its produce in the cafeteria. Some of the seeds that were planted include broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes and beans.
The 4th grade planted herbs and pansy seeds this year. The herbs included oregano, basil, cilantro and parsley.
Each class is taking responsibility for watering each of their seed flats. The teachers have appointed a water wizard to oversee the watering. This has worked extremely well and we will continue to use this approach.
After the danger of frost, we will begin putting the seedlings into the hoop house to get them used to the outdoors. When the soil in the raised beds is warm enough, the second grade will begin to plant the seedlings.
In the meantime, we are going to begin planting some spinach, kale and snap peas and hope to have them available in the cafeteria by June!
We will keep you posted on what's happening in the coming weeks. So long for now and thanks for reading the blog.
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