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Seasonal
Gardening for Parents and Kids
Gardening is an activity that can be fulfilling,
relaxing, and great fun. When people garden, they are planting
and encouraging new life to grow from the soil. The results
of their actions are something that they can not only be proud
of, but also appreciate, share and further nurture. As a family
activity, it is not just a fun and educational way for parents
to spend precious time with their children, but it is also
a way for parents to bond with their kids while getting them
outdoors into the fresh air and away from televisions and
video games.
Gardening is considered a moderate form of
exercise, and as such it can help keep kids physically active
and fit. In addition, it helps very young children improve
their eye-hand coordination and motor skills as they dig and
plant in the soil along with their parents. There are many
additional benefits to be had when families garden together,
and they can be enjoyed year round. While some may see gardening
as a spring or summer activity, it is something that families
can continue to participate in throughout the year. This includes
providing maintenance to the garden, and/or planting and caring
for seasonal flowers and plants.
Parents themselves don't have to be gardening
experts when it comes to gardening with their kids. This can
be a great opportunity for families to learn about gardening
together, either through research or by taking a class. For
example, together they can go online and research spring,
summer, fall, and winter garden plans. The Internet may also
be used to research which seasonal flowers will grow in certain
areas or parts of the country, when is the ideal time to plant
them, and what their care needs are. If temperatures outside
are too cold for gardening or for it to be an enjoyable experience,
families may consider indoor gardening as a substitute.
An indoor garden project for the family
can be an herb garden or a collection of potted plants and
trees. When gardening inside of the home it is also necessary
to understand what plants grow best indoors and what the appropriate
temperature, humidity, and lighting should be. Even some dwarf
fruit trees may be grown inside. As with outdoor gardening,
families should make this a group effort starting at the planning
stage.
When choosing which flowers to plant, select
something that is simple and easy to grow. The successful
growth of plants is key to keeping children interested in
gardening. If plants fail to grow, die easily, or if it no
longer feels exciting or fun, kids can easily become discouraged
or lose interest. This is why selecting simple to grow plants
is crucial as is planting them during the right season.
For more information on seasonal gardening
for parents and kids, please review the following list of
links.
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