Submitted to Submitted by Mrs. Jiby Varghese PRITTY. P Natural Science Reg. No: 13350023
INDEX
Sl. No Content Page Number 1. Introduction 3 2.
Emphasize the educational role of School gardens
4 3. Benefits of School gardening 5 4. Ornamental garden 6-7 5. Conclusion 8 6. References 9
INTRODUCTION
Gardening is the practice of growing and cultivating plants as part of horticulture. Gardening is considered to be a relaxing activity for many people, especially in students. Gardening means different things to different people. Thousands view gardening as a hobby, a relaxing escape from the pressure of an urban environment. Now a days students are activity participated in gardening, Which become the part of curriculum so they get a great sense of joy, relaxation from over time learning activities.
EMPHASIZE THE EDUCATIONAL ROLE OF SCHOOL GARDENS School gardens can contribute to increasing the relevance and quality of the education improving the childrens and their parents knowledge of food production techniques and nutrition and stimulate the development of home gardens. The Potential role of school gardens in improving childrens practical agricultural and nutritional knowledge. School gardens offer a great opportunity for improving the quality of education and for learning basic life skills. School garden activities can include nutrition education food preservation techniques, integrated pest management, sustainable natural resources, recycling and composting and raising the environmental awareness.
BENEFITS OF SCHOOL GARDENING Many schools have become aware of the multiple benefits of school gardening for their school, students and communities. Benefits of school gardening for students are, Educational benefits Environmental stewardship and connection with nature Life style and nutrition Action learning and student engagement
ORNAMENTAL GARDEN Ornamental gardens are specially designed areas with plants that are designed for the purpose of aesthetic pleasure rather than the production of crops. Landscaping plants often integrate ornamental plants into their designs, and many cities have gardens for the pleasure of residents. Some botanical gardens also include ornamental sections which showcase striking and interesting plants as opposed to preserving botanical specimens, which is their primary purpose. The practice of laying out ornamental gardens appears to be ancient. Humans have long had a fondness for art and beautiful things, and once the basics of agriculture had been mastered landscaping was not far behind. In fact, such gardens were even included in the seven wonders of the Ancient World, in the form of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, which were allegedly designed for the pleasure of a rulers wife. Ornamental gardens often surround public buildings to make them more visually interesting churches, galleries, and other buildings devoted to contemplation are also commonly surrounded with gardens that are used by their members. Some religions even expressly include devotional activities which are meant to be performed in a garden others are used to decorate private homes.
CONCLUSION In gardens, ornamental plants are often grown for their flowers. Ornamental plants are plants that are grown for decorative purposes in gardens. Most commonly ornamental garden plants are grown for the display of aesthetic features including ; flowers, leaves, scent, overall foliage texture, fruit, stem and bark, and aesthetic form. To provide a proper environment for the many plant collections the ornamental gardens has been subdivided into several features. These include the Macoun Memorial Garden, the Lilac walk, the Rock garden, the perennial Border and the Explorer Rose garden. As a display garden for the AAS (All American Selection) the ornamental Gardens also presents a yearly, dynamic display of the choicest annuals and perennials.