Friday, November 12, 2010

Extending the Season in the Children's Garden


This photo, taken yesterday, shows seedlings planted in mid-October by youth in the After School Program. While the temperatures are generally cooling down (not that today's weather is any indication of the trend!), we have been able to extend our growing season with the use of a cold frame, a rudimentary device that acts as a mini greenhouse. With this simple technology, our students are able to grow radishes, spinach, carrots, and other cold-hardy crops well into the cold season. Later this month, we will enjoy the fruits of our labor with a fresh, winter salad as we discuss the importance of healthy foods.

Stay tuned for more photos and updates as our plants continue to grow!