Garden Club
Mr Jorgen Choong
Catalogue Issue
Welcome to our first catalogue issue of the Garden Shop. All our items are 100% recycled, re-used and re-purposed. This means items bought from our shop can be returned for recycling, re-used or re-purposed into our Garden Club.
We have started this to support Garden Club so they can acquire new equipmentand to let primary stage children a chance to develop their entrepreneurial skills. I hope you can pop by and see what we have on offer.
Garden Shop will be held in Term 4 week 3 (Wednesday 29 Oct) after school. All our plants and seeds are ideal for the beginner Gardener. 90% of items sold in Garden Shop will not be over $3.00.
Paper Planter Box
We have used scrap copier paper to make our planter box. These are ideal forseeds that only require two to three weeks to germinate. Since paper is “bio-compatible”, the seedling and the paper planter box can be buried directly into the soil or larger pot.
Fertilisers and Supplements
| Material | Plant & Soil Benefits | Environmental Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Burnt Charcoal | Improves soil by holding on to water and nutrients. It's sponge-like structure soaks up and slowly releases what plants need. | Helps store carbon. It locks carbon from the air into the soil for a very long time. |
| Eggshells | Adds calcium to the soil as they slowly break down. The sharp pieces keep soft pests like slugs away. | Reduces waste in landfill by using kitchen scraps. |
| Worm Castings | Acts as a natural fertilizer because they are rich in nutrients from worm waste. | Reduces waste by turning food scraps and other organic material into rich soil. |
Seeds on Sale
| Seed Crops | Health Benefits | Environmental Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Black Beans | High in fibre and protein. Helps regulate blood sugar. | Sustainable protein source, enriches soil by adding nitrogen. |
| Pak Choy | Excellent source of vitamins A, C & K. Supports bone and heart health | Fast growing and requires less water than many other crops. |
| Silver Beet | Packed with vitamins K, A and C. High in iron and magnesium. | Resilient and adaptable to various growing conditions. |
| Radish | Hydrating and low in calories. Rich in antioxidants. | Grows quickly and helps aerate the soil. |
| Flowering Plant Seeds | Health Benefits | Environmenal Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| California Poppy | Helps with anxiety, sleep and minor pain. | Needs very little water. Helps stop soil erosion. |
| Marigold | Naturally repels pests and attracts pollinators. | Easy to grow and improves soil health. Kills bad worms. |
Plants on Sale
| Plant | Health Benefits | Environmental Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Aloe Vera | Sooths skin irritation and burns. Can aid digestion. | Purifies indoor air. Is a very drought tolerant plant. |
| Pig Face | Sooths stings and burns. The fruit is edible and nutritious. | Excellent for erosion control on sandy soil and dunes. |
Thank you
I would like to thank Charlotte from 2G, her dad John donated a pair of Garden Hedging Shears and a pair of Secateurs.
Pic of the Week
This is the many flowers blooming on a Spring Onion with Nestasia in the
background.
When is Garden Club?
Garden Club happens on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, right after the gates open. We meet at the bubblers on the Churchill Avenue side of the school. Garden Club is completely FREE to join! It is a great opportunity to learn to be a lateral thinker with limited resources, get first pick after a harvest, and see some fascinating creatures.
The information shared here is based on our experiences and knowledge, but we are not gardening experts. Think of it as friendly advice from one garden lover to another. Please remember that all gardening activities should be done with adult supervision and that you're responsible for your own safety and decisions