My initial thought was my container was only 6 inches deep. Was that enough? I tried to look up depths on the net, but didn't come up with many answers. But at the science center yesterday- they literally had the same thing on display! And they were only 6 inches. Well, except the tomatoes or root veggies, which they had planted in 12 inches of soil.
One of the Miracle-Gro lady's suggestions was to get some good garden soil. Which I was already planning on doing. So I stopped and picked up some Miracle-Gro Organic Soil. My container took about 3 cubic feet worth of soil. Cost $8 a bag x2.
Once the soil was in, we chopped it up and loosened it with hand shovels and "THE CLAW" (I love that thing)
Once we got that all churned up, I let the kids free with the acrylic paints. I mean, it's pointless if it's not beautiful! From here- I am going to let the soil air out and turn it every few days or so. Mostly because I think we have a frost coming this week and want to let my seedlings get a little stronger before moving them into the garden.
Total cost to date $19. A some fun times! Next step, to plan the seating chart for the veggies....
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