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Welcome to get children growing
The Plant Pod is partnering up with British Garden Centres and Westland Horticulture, to bring sunflower grow kits to children in schools across the UK. All seeds for Get Children Growing are being provided by Mr Fothergill's Seeds. With Pots being provided by New Leaf Plants and Webbs Garden Centres.
Get Children Growing
Get Children Growing centres around providing sustainable and eco-friendly sunflower grow kits designed specifically for children. We aim to empower the next generation of eco-conscious individuals by fostering their love for nature and teaching them about sustainable practices through a hands-on and enjoyable experience.
Our sunflower grow kits are carefully crafted to be child-friendly, safe, and easy to use. Each kit includes all the necessary materials, such as recycled and recyclable pots, peat free compost, non-GMO sunflower seeds, and eco-friendly name stickers. The packaging is also made from recycled materials, and it is fully compostable and recyclable reinforcing our commitment to reducing environmental impact.
The heart of Get Children Growing is the educational aspect. We believe that by introducing children to the wonders of gardening and the life cycle of plants, we can instil in them a deeper appreciation for the environment. The sunflower grow kits come with engaging and age-appropriate educational materials, including simple instructions, fun fact sheets about sunflowers, and eco-conscious gardening tips.
Get Children Growing is built on a strong foundation of sustainability. From sourcing the materials to the production process, we strive to minimise our ecological footprint. We also encourage children and their families to participate in sustainable practices, such as composting and water conservation, which they can apply beyond the grow kits.
Beyond the environmental benefits, our business seeks to have a positive social impact as well. We are committed to donating a portion of our proceeds to local environmental organisations and schools, supporting initiatives that promote environmental education and conservation.
Our sustainable and eco-friendly sunflower grow kits for children not only promote environmental consciousness but also provide a fun and educational experience for young minds. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, education, and social impact, We are confident that our business will contribute to a greener, more eco-friendly future while Inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards. In addition to our eco-friendly sunflower grow kits, we go the extra mile to support schools and educational institutions in fostering environmental awareness.
As part of our commitment to environmental education, we proudly supply prizes for each school's winners in our program. These prizes are carefully curated further to enhance children's understanding of ecosystems and biodiversity while encouraging hands-on interactions with nature.
Lee Connelly
All schools participating in our trial year will be placed into a raffle, and the winning school will get a day with The UK's Leading Children's Gardening Educator Lee Connelly and his school gardening success plan.
Lee has had a super exciting career across different media platforms and has become one of the top 50 TV gardening presenters in the UK. He's been on shows like CBBC's Blue Peter, BBC Teach, BBC Radio 1, and even has his own awesome project called Extreme Gardening, which has wowed audiences of all ages across the UK
Apart from his TV and radio gigs, Lee is also an author of children's books. He wrote a cool guide called 'How to Get Kids Gardening' and hosts The Sunday Times Best Gardening Podcast, which is the Skinny Jean Gardener Podcast.
Lee is really into teaching kids how to garden, so he started School Gardening Success. This awesome program is all about giving primary schools in the UK the lowdown on gardening from start to finish.
Lee Connelly is like a gardening guru for kids and schools. He's a big deal at the House of Lords Horticulture Committee. His awesome ideas and support help make sure that gardening becomes a key part of kids' education.
In 2023, Lee Connelly was recognized as the top children's gardening educator in the UK because of his incredible dedication and influence. His love for gardening and teaching keeps on inspiring and educating, making a lasting impact on the world of horticulture.
Prizes Include
Bug Hotels: Designed to provide shelter and refuge for beneficial insects like ladybugs, bees, and butterflies, bug hotels create a safe habitat for these essential pollinators.
Bird Houses: By offering cosy nesting spots for birds, our bird houses promote birdwatching and inspire children to appreciate the diverse avian species that play a crucial role in balancing local ecosystems.
Worm Farms: These small-scale composting systems allow children to learn about the importance of recycling organic waste while witnessing the magic of worms breaking down food scraps into rich soil.
Ant Farms: Ant farms provide an opportunity for kids to observe the fascinating behaviours and social structures of ants, fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity about the insect world.
Bee-Friendly Seed Packets: As advocates for pollinator protection, we include packets of bee-friendly flower seeds that children can plant in their gardens, contributing to the creation of bee-friendly environments.
Nature Exploration Kits: To encourage exploration and learning outdoors, our nature exploration kits equip children with essential tools like magnifying glasses, field guides, and observation notebooks.
Recycling and Waste Reduction Kits: These kits aim to instil responsible waste management habits in children, offering resources and tips to reduce, reuse, and recycle effectively.
By providing these exciting and educational prizes, we hope to extend the impact of our sunflower grow kits and instil a deeper appreciation for nature and sustainability in the young minds of tomorrow. Through our collaborative efforts with schools, we envision a generation of environmentally-conscious individuals who actively contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.
AND SO MUCH MORE
What The Kit Includes
The 1L taupe pot is 100% recyclable and can be put in green waste bins. The reason we use taupe pots is because the machines that recycling companies use, can pick up the colour in the pigment. This means that it does not require a human on the machine to pick the pot out. With other colour pots only some are recyclable, take black pots, these can be recycled.
However they require a human on the recycle line to pick them out because the machine can not see the pigment. This then costs the companies more money to recycle the pots, this is the case with other colour pots other than taupe. The taupe pots are also made from other recycled materials, meaning that they are not only 100% recyclable but also 100% recycled.
All of the brown packaging products we use are 100% compostable, the brown bags, brown seed envelope and brown name stickers can all be composted. The name stickers and envelopes use a biodegradable adhesive. The thank you sticker is a 100% biodegradable sticker and adhesive. The logo for our company will be stamped on the front of the grow kit using a water based Ink therefore it does not affect the compost ability. Peat-free growing media is utilised in our grow kits due to its ecological and sustainable advantages. Unlike traditional peat-based media, which is extracted from fragile peatlands.
Peat-free alternatives are made from renewable sources, such as coir, composted bark, and recycled green waste. By opting for peat-free options, we help conserve valuable peatland habitats, essential for carbon sequestration and biodiversity. Additionally, peat-free media reduces greenhouse gas emissions and mitigates climate change impacts.
It promotes responsible gardening practices, aligning with the principles of environmental stewardship. Ultimately, using peat-free growing media in our kits contributes to a greener future while supporting healthier ecosystems and sustainable gardening practices.
A fun fact and activity sheet will also come with the kits, this will be age appropriate and not all sheets will be the same. There will be multiple of them, giving each child a different experience. They will include a colour your own sunflower, word search and crosswords, the children will need to read the facts to get the answers. A QR code on the sheet will lead to fun and exciting educational videos for each stage of the sunflowers life.
Finally we use non-GMO seeds with our kits, we give two seeds with our kits, one to be used for the kit in school and the other that the child can take home and plant. We will be using a couple of different seed varieties, making sure that not every flower is the same.
If you are happy to take part in our trial year, please fill in the school information form and email it back to us. This is a free trial for 2025 and will not cost your school anything. All grow kits will be delivered in March 2025, we will contact you beforehand to arrange delivery. Together we can bring the power of Horticulture to children all over the country, what are you waiting for. LET'S GET GROWING.
HORTICULTURE BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN
- Educational Growth: Horticulture teaches children about plant biology, ecosystems, and the importance of the environment. It provides hands-on learning experiences that can complement classroom education.
- Physical Health: Gardening activities involve physical exercise, which helps improve strength, endurance, and overall physical health. Tasks such as digging, planting, and weeding keep children active.
- Mental Well-being: Spending time in nature and working with plants can reduce stress, enhance mood, and improve overall mental well-being. It can also foster patience and mindfulness.
- Responsibility and Patience: Caring for plants teaches children responsibility as they must regularly water, weed, and nurture their garden. It also requires patience as they wait for plants to grow and produce.
- Nutritional Awareness: Growing their own fruits and vegetables can encourage children to eat healthier and develop a better understanding of where their food comes from.
- Creativity and Imagination: Designing a garden and choosing plants can stimulate creativity and imagination. Children can express themselves through the layout and types of plants they choose.
- Social Skills: Working in a garden with family, friends, or schoolmates can improve social interaction, cooperation, and teamwork.
- Connection to Nature: Horticulture fosters a sense of connection to the natural world, promoting environmental stewardship and a greater appreciation for the planet.
- Cognitive Skills: Planning and maintaining a garden can enhance problem-solving skills and cognitive abilities as children learn to think critically and solve gardening challenges.
- Sensory Development: Gardening engages all the senses – sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing – providing a rich sensory experience that is particularly beneficial for young children.
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