Gardening with the RHS Get Gardening this Summer Holidays
Aug 7, 2025
Lee Connelly, The Skinny Jean Gardener, inspires kids to dig their hands into gardening with exciting projects. Giovanna Fletcher shares how gardening has become a cherished family activity, fostering closer bonds and joyful experiences for her kids. Meanwhile, horticulturist Sam Southgate discusses how to integrate wildlife into formal gardens, promoting biodiversity even in polished spaces. Together, they explore various ways to engage children with nature while offering practical tips for a vibrant summer garden.
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Switch to Robotic Lawn Mowers
- Replace petrol mowers with robotic lawnmowers to eliminate emissions and reduce noise.
- Robotic mowers help maintain healthier lawns by recycling tiny grass cuttings as natural fertilizer.
Gardening Boosts Kids' Growth
- Gardening for children sparks curiosity and forms powerful connections to nature.
- It improves mental well-being, teaches patience, nurtures emotional growth, and encourages self-expression.
Giovanna's Family Gardening Joy
- Giovanna Fletcher shared how her children find joy in sowing, watching growth, and eating what they grow.
- Her kids' involvement in gardening increases their curiosity, patience, and willingness to try new foods.