Posts Tagged ‘school gardening’
How to make friends through gardening
According to a recent study by the Red Cross in partnership with Co-Op more than nine million adults in the UK are often or always lonely. Could community gardening be the anecdote? No matter how friendly your school or community is, getting stuck in can be a daunting prospect. That’s why we’ve come up with…
Read More...How to sow and grow raspberries UK
Pink, juicy, and soft to the touch, raspberries are one of the nation’s favourite summer fruits. They make an excellent addition to school and community gardens, not least because they cost a pretty penny from the local shop! Raspberries are the perfect summer fruit. They’re cheap to grow, and make a great addition to desserts,…
Read More...Crazy places to plant with kids
Are you looking for ways to inspire the next generation of gardeners? Look no further! We’ve created a list of five crazy places you can grow plants with kids, to make their first venture into gardening even more exciting! It can be tricky to keep the kids entertained over the summer holidays. There are only…
Read More...How to throw a Wimbledon party
Before you know it, July will be here, and with it comes Wimbledon! The world’s oldest tennis tournament. This is a great time of year to get communities and schools together to celebrate a brilliant sport, learn about tennis, and most importantly – enjoy time in the garden! Take a look at our top five…
Read More...How to sow and grow strawberries UK
Make milkshakes, mocktails and cocktails, slather them in fresh cream, top cakes and deserts, or give them a wash and eat them straight from the vine! That’s right, it’s strawberry season! Strawberries are one of the nation’s most beloved fruits. The wild varieties have been growing in Britain since the Ice Age, and the first…
Read More...How to sow and grow tomatoes UK
Tomatoes are a delicious summer staple. Juicy pockets of refreshing flavour, no salad is complete without them! Like all fruit and veg, tomatoes taste a whole lot better when you’ve grown them yourself. You can taste the sunshine! Easy to grow, there are plenty of varieties to choose from. This includes the classic cherry and…
Read More...How to sow and grow sunflowers UK
Sunflowers are one of the nation’s favourite flowers. And it’s not hard to see why. Their vast, golden blooms are like slices of sunshine. Plus, their impressive height makes a real statement in the garden. The good news is that annual sunflowers bloom from summer into autumn. And, to enjoy them all summer long, all…
Read More...How to Grow the Perfect Herb Garden
How to Plant the Perfect Herb Garden Herbs are the perfect edition to any garden. Not only are they super pretty and smell gorgeous, but they are also really easy to plant in your garden. Not to mention, they’re super tasty and healthy too! Why not take a look at our 5 brilliant herbs, with…
Read More...Fundraising for School Gardens
Cultivation Street Launch 2022 Fundraising for your school garden is a great way of ensuring there is a buffer of money to cover costs of compost, seeds, tools, and other necessary equipment. A lot of the time you can rely on the generous volunteers and donations for items, however it’s ideal to have some back…
Read More...10 Plants that will Wow Kids at School
10 Plants that will Wow Kids at School Engaging children with nature is so important, teaching them how vital plants are in our lives and how fascinating they are is a joy. Teaching and showing them these plants is sure to get their brains going. Pitcher Plant Pitcher plants are seriously cool – not least…
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