Learn to grow beautiful plants even in small spaces. Topics include plant and container selection, location, soil, watering, pest control and maintenance.

It doesn't take acres. With proper planning you can grow a beautiful, bountiful garden even in a small space.

Want to save money, too? Start warm season veggies from seed now. The variety of seeds available far surpasses the types of plants available at nurseries.

The most direct way for kids to learn is through play. Kids love to play in the dirt!

Right? So what better combination can there be but to pair-up school with a garden?

This week on In the Garden with UC Master Gardeners, MG and KUCI Staff Host Bill Brooks talks to fellow MG Joanne Byrd about the Magic of School Gardens. School gardens are becoming popular in schools lately and many, many benefits have been discovered after connecting a garden curriculum with the student's academic success.

How is that happening? Bill and Joanne will discuss that plus planning/developing, installing, and maintaining the type of garden best suited for the particular school. The big consideration of FUNDING sources will be covered. Tips and tricks for building and sustaining the school garden will round out the program.

Learn more and listen to "In The Garden" radio show podcasts.

Podcast Topic: The Magic of School Gardens

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