Many parents and children enjoy gardening together, and we see a growing interest in the whole family planting flowers, vegetables, and other plants. Seven out of ten parents consider it important for their children to learn how gardening works and how different plants thrive. Let the children, the neighbors' children, and friends join in planning flower beds, balconies, and greenhouses and have fun together.
Benefits for children learning to cultivate
Whether it's just planting in pots on your windowsill or filling a whole greenhouse, it's always best to do it together. Remember that the best carrots and the sweetest tomatoes are the ones you grow yourself. Small home growers get a range of physical benefits, including:- Improved concentration that enhances schoolwork and homework reading- Reduced stress- Lower risk of mental illness in adulthood- Improved motor skills- Increased understanding of plants and how they thrive
Fun activity for children
Growing plants by sowing seeds and kernels is fun for both you and the children. You can start with a simple variety—any home-grown plants are welcome! Choose seeds that are easy to achieve good results with and try the more demanding types later.
- Tomatoes – There’s nothing better than sun-ripened tomatoes that you pick yourself.
- Sunflowers – Produce large, beautiful flowers that become a focal point in the garden or on the terrace.
- Watercress – Easy to sow and very good on sandwiches.
- Pumpkins – Plant a few pumpkins in the garden, and you’re ready for Halloween.
- Sugar snap peas – Grow quickly and taste great. Perfect for impatient little children.
Many ways to look at
Use your own and your child's imagination when planting. If you don't have access to your own gardening area, there are many other ways to plant.
Egg cartons
Use old egg cartons and place seeds in each little compartment, almost like a mini pot. This is also an environmentally friendly alternative, which is becoming increasingly focused on. Plus, it's easy to just tear apart the carton when you need to repot.
Canned goods
Larger canned goods with text on the outside are a fun alternative. Such cans look great on the balcony table and add a little extra color to the plant that emerges.
The garden can be a place for play
There are also other activities for children in the garden related to gardening and planting. It can actually become a playground. Make funny scarecrows, or let the children create small signs that you can place in the garden. It's all about unleashing imagination together and creating beautiful memories in the growing season.