Children's Gardens

Container dish gardens are a great way to work up some gardening fun, and they’re terrific projects to teach the kids a few planting basics. (And when you’re done, you’ve got a great gift or new addition to your garden or home décor!)

Pint-size gardens are the perfect way to get your children and grandchildren started on a passion for plants. By giving kids their own pots and plants to nurture – and guiding them along the way – gardening can become a special hobby that you can share together.

Your back yard is an amazing classroom! Your children can grow a love for gardening and nature while working in their plots, as well as gain a new appreciation for science, math and art. Here are some tips on transforming your garden into a terrific teaching tool.

Annuals and kids can be a great pair – if you encourage the relationship to grow. Planting an annuals garden with a child fosters a love for gardening, encourages learning and offers a fun day of fresh air.

We all know the importance of keeping chemicals away from children, but we don’t always consider the aftermath once the products have been safely applied. Here are a few extra warnings regarding pesticide use, as well as a simple solution for keeping our kids safe.

With more than 75 different areas to explore, this half-acre space for kids will inspire your entire family to find new ways to bring wonder into your own back yard.

Take your children to the garden. Many public gardens today feature an interactive children's garden as one of their most visted areas.