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From little shoots…

Gardening skills used to be passed down the generations, but today many children grow up without learning these valuable tools, which can not only bring beauty to their lives, but also the chance to grow their own food and discover more about nature.

Long summer days offer the perfect opportunity to plan activities where you all get your hands in the soil, and enjoy the magic as you watch something that you have planted together grow. The best way to encourage children to enjoy gardening is to let them work alongside you, and share in your passion and experience.

The garden has a lot to offer, from play spaces to discovering the harmony of

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