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Developing a Garden Plan
There are many aspects to planning that are necessary to
contemplate before you begin your school garden program
on campus. To help you get started, here are some aspects to
consider:
Vision and Location
Type and Growing Cycles
Garden Upgrades and Maintenance
Green Garden Themes
Curriculum
Funding and Resources

Garden Vision (SharePoint - Tab 3)
The most successful outcomes start with a strong vision in mind.
In fact, next to a strong plan of execution, this may be the most
important part of any project. There are many types of gardens
available. Choose the type of garden that will work best in the
space and with the resources that you have available. If you are
just getting started with your garden, start small! Container
Gardens are an excellent first step!
1. As a team, create a vision for the garden, give it a name and
determine how it will contribute to the success of the school,
the students and the community.
• What kind of garden do you want to have?
• What will you grow?
• Who will be involved?
2. Determine the purpose of your school garden. Once a clear
vision is in place, be certain that all the action steps align
with the vision that has been created. This will help you move
through the process more intentionally and will likely mitigate
unforeseen issues along the way.
3. Once completed, either enter or upload your garden vision to
Vision and Location (Tab 3) on the School Garden SharePoint
site for your school.

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