Spring Season: Plant & Prep
Start herbs like basil, chives, and dill after the last frost. Prepare raised beds with compost for nutrient-rich soil.
Start herbs like basil, chives, and dill after the last frost. Prepare raised beds with compost for nutrient-rich soil.
Keep soil consistently moist and mulch to reduce evaporation. Harvest herbs regularly to encourage fuller growth.
Protect potted herbs with a fleece cover, mulch beds, and plan for herbs to overwinter in milder climates.
Explore simple, kid-friendly herb varieties like basil, mint, thyme, and rosemary. Create garden markers with the kids and learn about pollinators while you plant.
Design a kid-friendly herb grid with labeled rows. Use low-cost planters or repurposed cartons. Assign roles: sow, water, label, and observe.
Interactive planner to track what to plant this season, seed-start dates, and harvest windows. Ideal for families to enjoy together.
Note: adjust calendars with last frost dates for your area.