Science of Farming

Part of the Summer 2025 Touch of Nature Summer Program

at The Outlet in Springfield IL

Image Credit: Photo by Steven Weeks on Unsplash

Week1 : Build a Garden Bed!

This week we will be building several raised garden beds and preparing them for planting.

Week 2 : Time to Plant!

This week we will be planting our garden beds, learning about soil health and the basic requirements for plant growth. We will also learn about techniques such as companion planting.

Week 3 : Bee Check!

It’s time to see what is going on in the bee hive! As you know, you can’t have a garden without bees!