School or Youth Gardens

There are many specialized considerations when working with youth in gardens, and lots of resources are available to help smooth the way!

Kansas School Garden Guide – K-State Research & Extension, Sedgwick County

Considerations and Resources for School Garden Design in Kansas – K-State Research & Extension, Sedgwick County

Notes on Plant Choices for Kansas School Gardens – K-State Research & Extension, Sedgwick County

School Garden Curricula and Lesson Plans – K-State Research & Extension, Sedgwick County

Safety for Kids in the Garden, Part 1 – Michigan State University

Safety for Kids in the Garden, Part 2 Michigan State University

Food Safety for School Gardens – University of Maryland Extension

Seasonal Planting Guide Templates:

Fall Garden Templates – planting needed before school starts

Spring Garden Templates – no indoor seed starting needed

Spring Garden Templates – indoor seed started needed

Low Maintenance Summer Garden Templates

June Programming Garden Templates

July Programming Garden Templates