Gardening is a fun activity the entire family can enjoy together. Children will strengthen their fine motor skills as they use tools to dig in the dirt. They'll also learn about the environment and life cycle of plants, which will come in handy during science classes at school. Here are ways to cultivate your child's interest in gardening. 

How to Get Kids Interested in Gardening

1. Let Them Pick

Allow your child to be an active participant in the preparation process. They can visit the plant nursery with you and help choose the type of seeds to plant and full-grown perennials and trees to transplant to the yard. When your child takes a role in decision-making, they will be eager to start a gardening project and see the plants develop over time. 

2. Choose Location Wisely

Where you place the garden matters. Choose a location your child sees regularly, such as a grassy area near their swing set. You can also put potted plants in their treehouse and indoor plants on the windowsill in the den. When your child sees the garden daily, they will be eager to care for the plants and track the garden's progress as the plants grow. 

3. Get Kid-Sized Equipment

Using regular-sized gardening tools could be intimidating for your child. It can also be hard for their little hands to grasp the handles and maneuver the equipment. Look for wheelbarrows, watering cans, shovels, rakes, and additional tools designed for kids to use. This will make gardening easier for your youngster, which could make them more inclined to stick with the hobby.

For high-quality gear to help your garden grow, visit P & M Garden Services Inc. The friendly, knowledgeable staff at this Eagle River, AK-based greenhouse will answer questions and help you find flowers, shrubs, and additional plants that will thrive in the local climate and garden supplies to care for the vegetation. Learn more about available products online, and call (907) 694-9293 to ask a representative questions about the inventory and place an order.