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Garden Planning
Creating a Garden Team

Most people become excited and enthusiastic when there is talk
about creating a school garden and rightfully so, it is fun! Let’s keep
in mind though, gardens require time and attention, so it is very
important to establish a team of support. The best ideas come
from a group of people working together to achieve a desired
result. If you want support, participation, and commitment from
others, then a collaborative approach is necessary.

When choosing members, think about the expertise that you
need. Involve school administration, staff, teachers, students,
parents, and community members to participate. Planning is first;
execution is second. Be sure to invite people who are willing to dig
in! Remember, gardens require maintenance, planting, weeding,
watering, etc. It is great to have planners and people with vision,
and please remember, you will need a strong, committed team of
doers too! Make sure you have a deep reservoir of people who are
willing to put on their garden gloves and get dirty.

Members
• Who will serve on the garden planning team?
• Who will be involved? Which teachers? Which grades?
• Which clubs? Students? Parents? Community Members?
• How will duties be assigned? Who is doing the planning?
• Who is responsible for planting, weeding, watering, etc.?

Approved Plants
During the planning stage and before any planting begins, school
garden teams must review the appropriate plant lists contained in
this guide to ensure that approved plants are chosen.

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