If you’re an educator, you’ve probably had that spark of excitement at the idea of starting a garden project with your students. A place to grow food, make curriculum come alive, give kids hands-on experiences with nature, and so much more... You know the sky would be the limit!

But then reality se...

When most people think about school gardens, their minds jump straight to spring. The sun is shining, the soil is soft, and the excitement of planting is in the air. It feels like the natural time to start.

But here’s the truth: if you wait until spring to begin planning, you’re already behind.

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If you’ve ever dreamed of bringing fresh, healthy food into your classroom but felt limited by time, space, or resources, I have great news for you: it’s absolutely possible. In fact, you and your students can grow a continuous supply of salad greens, indoors, year-round, without an outdoor garden, ...

When the days get shorter and the weather turns cold, classrooms can start to feel a little dim and dreary. Students may be less energized, and as a teacher, you’re juggling the challenge of keeping them engaged while also building a strong sense of community.

But here’s the good news: the fall and...

Every fall, you can see it happening everywhere: gardens being cleared out, beds stripped bare, soil exposed, and the growing season officially “closed.” For many teachers managing school gardens, this feels like the natural next step once cooler weather arrives.

But here’s the truth: closing your ...

Designing a school garden can be one of the most powerful educational experiences you bring to your students. A well-designed garden isn’t just a place to grow food, it’s a living classroom, a hands-on science lab, and a hub for community connection.

But here’s the catch: design matters.

Without i...

When most people think of school gardens, they picture sunny spring days and lush summer plants. But what about fall? Can you really keep gardening alive in your classroom when temperatures drop and outdoor spaces are no longer an option?

The answer is a big YES! Fall and winter are often overlooke...

Starting a school garden sounds exciting until you realize how overwhelming it can feel. Where do you put it? Who takes care of it? How do you fit gardening into an already packed curriculum? And what about summer break when no one is around to water or weed?

For many teachers, these questions are ...

If you’ve been following me for any length of time, you’ve probably heard me say it over and over:

“Growing a school garden is easy.”

But if you’ve tried growing one yourself, or watched other teachers or parents try, you may have seen gardens become overgrown, abandoned, or quietly dismantled...

For years, I’ve supported elementary and middle school teachers with step-by-step guidance for bringing gardens into their classrooms. I’ve offered done-for-you lesson plans, curated seeds lists, planting calendars, and a full scope of curriculum-connected activities. It’s what my Oasis program seri...

If you’ve ever tried to grow a school garden through a lunchtime club or after-school green team, you’re not alone. In fact, it’s one of the most common approaches teachers take when trying to bring gardening into schools.

It’s also, unfortunately, one of the least effective.

As someone who’s work...