What Can We Sow, Grow and Plant in April for Little Hands and Hungry Tums
As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, April is the perfect time to get the whole family outside and into the garden. For parents, it’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and teach our children valuable lessons about responsibility, patience, and the joys of growing plants. From sowing seeds to watching flowers wake up, there’s plenty of fun to be had, and lots to learn along the way!
In this blog, the Little Muddy Boots team explores all the ways you can get your little ones involved in the garden this April. Whether you’re planting flowers, growing vegetables, or simply enjoying the fresh air, gardening is a fantastic way for families to spend quality time together.
Sowing Seeds – The Best Things To Sow Now
One of the most exciting things about April is the opportunity to start sowing seeds. Whether you’re planting flowers or vegetables, children will love watching their tiny seeds grow into full plants over time. It’s a great way to teach them about the life cycle of plants and the basics of gardening.
What to plant this month
- Vegetables – Try growing easy-to-care-for vegetables like peas, carrots, and lettuce. These are perfect for beginner gardeners and children who want to see quick results.
- Flowers – Sunflowers, marigolds and nasturtiums are great seeds to grow , they grow quickly and are bright and cheerful, making them ideal for young gardeners.
Gather your seeds, some pots, and soil, and let your little ones plant their seeds. Let them pick their favorites and get their hands dirty as they press the seeds into the soil. The excitement of watching something they planted start to grow is a wonderful experience for children. We also have a blog that explores fun roles for our little ones, so check it out.
To add extra fun to sowing your seeds you could also:
- Decorate Plant Pots – Set up a craft station and let your kids decorate plant pots with paint, stickers, and other materials. Once they’re done, have them plant something special inside their pots.
- Create a Mini Garden – Give each child their own small patch of soil where they can plant and care for their own tiny garden. This gives them ownership and a sense of responsibility over their own little patch of nature.
- Plant flowers – You don’t need to sow seeds to grow a beautiful garden with your children, take a trip to your local nursery or garden centre and pick flower and vegetable plants to plant together at home.
- Nature Scavenger Hunt – While out in the garden, create a scavenger hunt for your little ones. Ask them to find different types of flowers, insects, or leaves. It’s a great way to keep them engaged while they explore the outdoors.
Gardening Benefits for Children (and you!)
In addition to the fun activities, gardening offers a variety of benefits for children
- Physical activity – Sowing seeds, digging, planting, and watering keep kids active while they’re having fun.
- Responsibility – Taking care of plants teaches children about responsibility and routine.
- Creativity – Gardening offers countless opportunities for creative expression, from designing a garden layout to creating garden decorations.
- Connection to nature – Spending time in nature can help children feel more grounded and connected to the environment, fostering a love for the outdoors.
So, grab your gloves, head outside, and start enjoying the magic of spring in your garden. We hope this blog inspires you to get your little ones involved and help them discover the joy of gardening this April!
You can also be involved in the joy of seed sowing and join one of our Little Muddy Boots classes where we sow, plant, grow and eat our own fruit and vegetables.
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