What Does a Community Garden Grow, Besides Food?
When people look at a community garden, it is easy for them to draw conclusions about the direct benefits it has on a community. Simply put, it grows food, and thus can help feed the hungry and serve as an effective way to promote food security in a region. But the benefits extend far beyond. Today, […]
How to Make a Pollinator Garden
image: earthshare.org A pollinator garden is an oasis for birds, bees, beneficial bugs, and other animals that transport pollen from one part of the flower to another. Pollinators are responsible for fertilizing plants, playing an irreplaceable role in the production of seeds, fruits, and vegetables. Studies also prove a positive correlation between pollination and photosynthesis, […]
How to Get Kids Excited About Growing Food
Our Foundation is a big proponent of using gardening/farming to teach Canadian kids about growing food while providing them with invaluable outdoor learning experiences. You can learn more about our initiatives here. However, today’s article intends to help with your particular goal in getting your children not only interested in growing food, but downright excited […]
How to Turn Your Community Garden into a Learning Garden Too
Outdoor learning experiences benefit the young and old alike, and when they are accessible, they can have a very positive impact on the local community. An urban garden provides that convenience and lets you get even more out of an already worthy project. Sure, there is the direct benefit of growing produce for food banks and farmers […]
How You and Your Child Can Resolve to Make a Difference in 2017 (and Beyond)
We’re over two weeks into the New Year and all over the world households are beginning their resolutions to live better. Some are setting individual goals, others together with their family. It’s the latter where our Foundation sees where you can make a difference on a grander scale. Your kids see you run off to […]
How to Keep Beneficial Bugs Happy in Your Winter Garden
Certain species of insects are very important to the health of your community garden. Known as beneficial bugs, this lot includes (contingent upon region) ladybugs, bees, wasps, dragonflies, ground beetles, lacewings, soldier beetles, and spined soldier bugs. The beneficial bugs pollinate, prey on harmful insects and are an important part of your community garden’s ecosystem. […]