Growing food year-round in a school setting requires planning, but with the right crops and seasonal awareness, your Tiny Tower Garden can be productive all year. Here’s a seasonal guide to help teachers and students get the most out of their school garden. 🌱
🌸 Spring: A Season for Leafy Greens and Herbs
Spring is the perfect time to plant fast-growing leafy greens and herbs that thrive in mild temperatures.
✅ Lettuce, Spinach, Kale: These greens grow quickly and are perfect for classroom salads.
✅ Basil and Cilantro: Fragrant herbs that are fun to grow and harvest.
✅ Strawberries: Start early for a summer harvest.
☀️ Summer: Fruiting Plants Take the Spotlight
During the warmer months, focus on plants that produce fruits and require plenty of light.
✅ Cherry Tomatoes: Easy and fun to grow, with sweet, juicy rewards.
✅ Peppers: Both sweet and hot varieties thrive in summer.
✅ Cucumbers: Provide support for vines to climb.
🍂 Autumn: Preparing for a Cool Season Harvest
As temperatures drop, switch back to cooler-season crops.
✅ Broccoli and Cauliflower: These hearty vegetables are great for late harvests.
✅ Parsley and Chives: Cold-tolerant herbs that grow well into autumn.
✅ Swiss Chard: A colorful, nutrient-rich option.
❄️ Winter: Keep Growing Indoors
With the right lighting setup, your Tiny Tower Garden can produce food indoors all winter.
✅ Microgreens: Fast-growing and perfect for indoor settings.
✅ Lettuce: Continues to grow even in low-light conditions.
✅ Mint and Basil: Indoor-friendly herbs for winter teas and soups.
💡 Tip: Rotate crops seasonally to maximize productivity and introduce students to new plants each term.
👉 Start growing year-round with the Tiny Tower Garden.