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July 23, 2013

Gardening with Kids – Planting Fun!

Ready to turn your backyard into a wonderland of discovery and joy?

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Ready to turn your backyard into a wonderland of discovery and joy? Gardening with kids is one of the most rewarding ways to spend time together outdoors—and it’s easier than you think!

Start with a visit to your local garden center. Let your child explore and pick out plants they’re drawn to—whether it’s for their color, their ability to attract butterflies and bees, or simply because they “look fun.” Gardening becomes a shared adventure when kids feel included from the very beginning.

Ideas to Spark Garden Curiosity:

  • Create a mini butterfly garden
  • Start a berry patch or veggie bed
  • Explore bug life with a pollinator journal

Encourage weekly garden walks to observe how plants grow, what insects show up, and how the landscape changes. Grab a camera or a notebook and let your child document their findings—hello, junior naturalist!

Our recommended best bloomers include Black-eyed Susans, Coneflowers, and Yarrow—all perfect for gardening with kids thanks to their bright colors and pollinator appeal.

Tips for Gardening with Kids:

  • Choose thornless, low-maintenance plants like Baby Cakes blackberries
  • Give them their own kid-sized tools and gloves
  • Let them water, dig, and pick
  • Keep it fun—not perfect

The key is to let your child take the lead. Whether they’re planting, watering, or simply watching the bees buzz, your garden becomes more than a project—it becomes a memory-making space full of magic and learning.

So go ahead, pick what’s pretty—and grow something beautiful together.

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