Itching to learn about poison ivy?
Explore the basics of plants and plant science – plant growth, soils, plant varieties, pest control measures, equipment and gardening techniques – through 4-H plants, soils and gardening projects. Learn about crop and soil sciences wherever you can grow plants, whether that’s in a basket, on a small garden plot or on an acre of land. Discover the magic of the earth and harvest a bushel full of knowledge and experience.
Seeds, Weeds & Garden Reads—Michigan 4-H Gardening & Nutrition Activities for 5 to 8 Year Olds
- Introduction to Activity Guides
- The Run Away Pumpkin Activity Guide
- Pumpkin Pie in a Bag
- The Giant Cabbage Activity Guide
- Coleslaw With Apples
Contact
For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office or:
Dixie Sandborn, Extension Specialist
Department of Horticulture
Michigan State University
414 Plant and Soil Sciences Building
East Lansing, MI 48824-1325
Email: sandbord@msu.edu
Phone: 517-355-5191 Ext. 1404
For more information on the Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden, contact:
Norman K. Lownds, Ph.D., Curator, Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden
Department of Horticulture
Michigan State University
A-240B Plant and Soil Sciences Building
East Lansing MI 48824
Email: lownds@msu.edu
Phone: 517-355-5191 Ext. 1349
News
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4-H beekeeping essay contest for Michigan 4-H members
Published on January 23, 2020
4-H youth have the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial skills and earn cash prize through 4-H beekeeping essay contest.
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Starting a raised bed garden
Published on January 7, 2020
An alternative to growing plants directly in the ground with boutique soil and better drainage.
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How do I start an educational greenhouse at school?
Published on January 2, 2020
The United States Botanic Garden released a new manual for educators on how to start a greenhouse and grow horticultural crops.
