Vegetable seeds and seedlings at JHC - Feb 2022
Working with the Ag&Hort teacher at James Hargest College (Senior Campus) we covered the basics of sowing seeds and planting out seedlings, getting hands on in the Ag&Hort growing area on campus. The Year 9 and 10 classes started by learning a bit about what seeds to direct sow into the vege plot, and which seeds can be sown in trays. This was followed by the sowing of lettuce, cabbage, cauli, onion and silverbeet seeds, learning how deep to sow them and how to care for the seeds to ensure they grow. Seedlings were also planted out into the newly dug over plots. Discussion with the students included that around the growing season in Southland and the optimal times of years to be sowing seeds and planting seedlings, learning about the equipment needed to plant and grow, and what vegetables are grown at home by the students.
Bronwyn
Posted: 22 February 2022