27: Why Winter Season Matters for School Gardens!

Don't grow whatever whenever!
Seasons matter!
In this episode of School Gardens with Ease, Leila Mireskandari dives into a crucial aspect of gardening success: timing and seasonal planning. Whether you’re a teacher eager to grow educational gardens or a parent supporting a school gardening project, understanding the seasons is non-negotiable.

Leila explains why growing plants out of season (like tomato seeds in fall) leads to poor results and disheartened students. She stresses the importance of planning and preparation during fall and winter to ensure a thriving garden in spring.

Highlights:

• Why seasons are essential when planning and growing school gardens.
• Common mistakes like planting at the wrong time and how to avoid them.
• The importance of considering a plant's full lifecycle and teaching kids responsibility and care.
• Tips on how fall and winter are the ideal times for planning, gathering resources, and preparing for spring gardens.
• Details about Leila’s Oasis Fall and Winter Program and her upcoming free webinar on planning spring gardens (starting December 1st).

Links and Resources:

• GrowVeg.com – A helpful resource for seasonal planting.
• Oasis Fall and Winter Program – Check out this program for bringing gardening into classrooms during the colder months.
• Join the free spring planning webinar waitlist here.

Take Action:

• Teachers: Plan now for spring! Avoid the stress and disappointment of late starts.
• Parents: Use this season to talk to teachers and gather resources to support a successful school garden.
• Don’t wait! When spring arrives, it’ll be too late to begin planning.

Ready to start? Explore the links above and reach out to Leila now. Let’s ensure your school garden thrives with proper timing and preparation.
Saw this episode late? Still use the links above to add yourself to waitlists for next year.