64: Grow a Non-Stop Supply of Salad Greens in Your Classroom

21/09/2025 14 min Temporada 2 Episodio 39
64: Grow a Non-Stop Supply of Salad Greens in Your Classroom

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Send us a textWant to bring fresh, healthy food into your classroom, without needing outdoor space or expensive equipment? In this episode of School Gardens with Ease, I’ll show you exactly how to grow a continuous supply of salad greens indoors, all school year long.You’ll learn:How to set up a simple sub-irrigated planter system for reliable growthThe best classroom-friendly seed mixes to choose for abundant harvestsWhy a sunny south-facing window is your secret weapon for successStep-by-step instructions to get your students planting, growing, and harvesting every weekHow just 5 minutes, 3 times a week, can create an endless cycle of greens for hands-on learning and healthy snackingThis isn’t just about gardening, it’s about empowering your students with real-life skills, sparking curiosity, and leaving a lasting legacy of connection to food and nature.Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:Oasis Fall & Winter Program – indoor gardening lessons for cold monthsOasis Classroom Program – indoor spring food-growing programSeed Mixes: OSC Seeds (Canada) Seed Mix 1  Seed Mix 2 Sow True Seeds (US)Whether you’re an experienced school gardener or just starting out, this is one of the easiest and most rewarding projects you can do with your students.🎧 Tune in now and learn how to grow salad greens in your classroom, year-round—with ease!