Sustainable Gardening - 2025

Description :

Develop the basic skills of good gardening practice.

Through a hands-on experience, students will learn about water conservation, organic gardening and composting. They will consider ideas for designing and developing their own garden as they explore the landscapes of Melbourne Gardens.

Students will

  • Observe sustainable gardening methods

  • Participate in some real work in the garden

  • Learn about worms and their role in the nutrient cycle

  • Cultivate their own plant to take home

  • Go on a discovery walk

Key Focuses

  • Gardening methods and sustainable practices 

  • The benefits of gardening for us and our community

  • Hands-on learning and sharing ideas

Links to Victorian Curriculum

  • Level 7-8 Science and Design and Technologies

  • Level 9-10 Geography

Teacher Resources
 

Time Action
Morning (10:15 to 11:45)
Afternoon (12:45 to 14:15)
  

Location

Melbourne Gardens
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Recommended year level

Year 7 to Year 10

Price

$17.00 Per Student

Notes

Minimum charge is 18 students per class. Maximum class size is 30 students.