Gardening is a great way to teach kids about patience, responsibility, and the wonder of nature. It’s also a perfect excuse to spend time outdoors as a family! Here are five fun and easy gardening projects that kids will love this spring.
🌱 1. Grow a Sunflower
Sunflowers grow fast and tall—perfect for kids to track their progress. Start seeds indoors or in a sunny corner of the garden.
🐝 2. Make a Bee Bath
Use a shallow dish filled with water and pebbles so bees can land and drink safely. Teach your kids about the importance of pollinators.
🍓 3. Plant a Snack Garden
Let kids grow their own edible treats like cherry tomatoes, strawberries, or snap peas. They’ll love picking and eating their harvest.
🎨 4. Paint Plant Markers
Decorate rocks, sticks, or popsicle sticks with plant names and fun designs to label what’s growing in your garden.
🐛 5. Build a Bug Hotel
Use recycled materials like sticks, cardboard tubes, and pinecones to build a habitat for insects. Great for observing beneficial bugs up close!
Gardening with kids builds memories and appreciation for the natural world—and you may even grow a few new green thumbs in the process!