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Free Marigold Planting Event
Marigold Planting Event by the Little Red Barn (located under our Farm Share tent)
Activity Description:
Celebrate the start of the growing season with a hands-on planting experience that connects participants to the environment through sustainable growing practices. Guests will transplant an 8-week-old marigold seedling while learning how small actions—like planting flowers—support pollinators and promote a healthier ecosystem.
What Participants Receive:
- Guided, step-by-step transplanting instruction
- Nutrient-rich growing medium
- A 4″ organic, eco-friendly, compostable container
- One 8-week-old African Giant Marigold ‘Xochi Orange’ plant
- A take-home growing and care guide
What They Will Learn:
- How to transplant seedlings using earth-friendly methods
- The importance of soil health and compostable materials
- How marigolds support pollinators and beneficial insects
- Simple ways to care for plants sustainably at home
🌱 Participants will leave with their own planted marigold and the knowledge that even a single flower can make a positive impact—supporting pollinators, beautifying spaces, and celebrating our shared responsibility to care for the Earth.
THIS IS A FREE EVENT BUT PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!