This month we will be planting carrots, spinach and onions in the new wicking beds. These three plants are great companions in the garden. There is enough space for 9 classes to plant seeds, while others can do the lessons minus planting. We will determine who plants what according to when you sign up for your lessons. I will send you an email to let you know which bed and vegetable you will be using. There isn’t enough space for every student to plant a seed. I recommend having them pair up in groups of 2 or 3 when planting. (We over planted last spring and it resulted in stunted growth of certain crops) 😊
How to Plant Carrots:
Plant seeds about ½ inch apart in rows that are 12 inches apart or scatter seed evenly in wide rows or over a bed. Cover seeds with ¼ to ½ inch of soil and then pat down the soil with hands to ensure good soil to seed contact.
How to Plant Spinach:
Space seeds 3 inches apart in rows, or scatter seeds evenly in wide rows or beds. Spread soil with your fingers, barely covering the seeds and then pat down the soil with hands to ensure good soil to seed contact.
How to Plant Onions:
Onion plants should be spaced 4 to 6 inches apart in the row, with rows 1 to 2 feet apart. Plant each one about 1/2 inch deep in a small hole. After planting, trim the tops to about 4 inches.
- To get kids planting in the garden
- To learn about how plants in nature and in the garden work together.
https://edibleschoolyard.org/garden/2015/05/08/companion-planting-school-garden http://www.growinganything.com/companion-planting-charts.html Scroll down the page for an extensive list of what pairs well together
