They start planning with families in March and April and continue their work through the end of the season, in October. A garden can be as small as 20 square feet to as large as 4,000 square feet. Their work doesn't end when the seeds are planted. They continue to visit the family every 2 weeks for 1-2 hours. With this time, they help with the maintenance of the garden and provide continuing education.
Some of the most popular vegetables that are planted are tomatoes, basil, green beans, peas, peppers and cucumbers. A new favorite is edamame! Because planting organic vegetables should be fun and interesting for everyone, Jeanne suggests getting the little ones involved by planing vegetables, like green beans in a variety of colors including yellow and purple.
I asked Jeanne what inspire her to become "The Organic Gardener". She shared that it's "become a lifestyle, a full circle experience" and that she wants to "share that with others." With two kids, she's grateful she can provide organic produce for her daughters from the garden to table. She notes that gardening with children provides them with a connection to nature, something modern day kids are less and less aware of.
One of the benefits to organic gardening is that it simply creates healthy eating habits. We are 2 times as likely to eat more fruits and vegetables when it comes from our own backyard. The taste and quality of the organic produce are far more superb compared to what we buy at the grocery stores. All the reasons in the world to get started on your own vegetable garden!
Jeanne and Sara kindly gave us an insight on their gardening must-haves:
Organic Seeds and Plants
Wipe-Off Plant Markers for Kids
The Organic Gardener
110 Maple Hill Road - Coach House
Glencoe, IL 60022
847-636-2720
jeanne@theorganicgardener.net
The Organic Gardener is helping The PTO Housewalk by graciously donating beautiful centerpieces that will be featured on the Housewalk. These centerpieces will be constructed with vegetables and herbs.
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