Friday, July 24, 2015

Buying A Grow Kit For Kids

By Olive Pate


You really want to pass on your love for gardening to your grandchildren or children but don't quite know where to begin. Finding and selecting a grow kit for kids may be a perfect option to allow them to enjoy the hobby on a smaller scale first. These supplies will have everything they need to begin planting and watering their very own plants.

These packages contain everything needed to grow a specific type or types of plants. This includes pots, soil, and seeds. The directions as to how deep to plant the seeds and how much water the plants will need is clearly stated on the packaging. The time it takes to full growth will also be stated.

Youngsters will be exposed first-hand to what it takes to garden on a very small scale. It will also teach them about the consistency and care needed to bring their plants to fruition. They will be watching them daily to see if they have sprouted out of the soil, and then they will eagerly monitor the seedlings for days on end.

They can plant vegetables and will be much more like to consume them at mealtime if they have had a hand in planting and caring for them. Some of the very best to consider would include radishes, beans, carrots, peas, and cherry tomatoes. Some packs may come already stocked with a variety of different vegetables to plant.

There are not many fruits that will thrive in a small pot, but strawberries may be an excellent option. These packages can also be starter options for small citrus trees such as lemons, limes, tangerines, and oranges. If you live in a warm climate, planting the small trees in the yard can be a real treat for many youngsters. The real thrill will be when they pull the first fruit from the trees that they grew by themselves.

They can also plant herbs. These could include cilantro, thyme, dill, mint, peppermint, rosemary, and oregano, just to name a few that will thrive in small pots. When it is time to cook a meal, the children will be very excited to add their very own seasonings which they have helped thrive in pots. The fresh flavorings will entice them to finish their meal and ask for seconds.

Flowers are an excellent starter plant. They are easy to care for and are so beautiful when they bloom. Some great choices include geraniums, marigolds, zinnias, petunias, and daisies. After they get to a certain height, they can be transplanted into the ground or into larger pots. They make lovely presents for elderly relatives or shut-ins when they are in full bloom.

Using these small pots will help their interest in gardening immensely. Next year, they can move on to container gardening and grow such plants as larger tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, green beans, and so much more. If you have yard space, you will eventually be able to introduce them to in-ground gardening and have them assist with the compost, the tilling of the soil, the planting, and weeding that it takes to bring these fruits and vegetables to their full growth.




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