May Bite 2024

May 2024

Capture the beauty of Spring & Summer in a planter!
Create a display using flowers and foliage to engage the senses of sight and touch, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature. This soothing activity not only connects individuals with the outdoors but also encourages social interaction and conversation. It's a simple, nature-inspired activity that's accessible to people of all ages and skill levels.

Videos
The Sensory Garden https://youtu.be/ndtDibtkuxM
Simple Summer Baskets https://youtu.be/4pCzOJNQI1c
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Activity Sheet We've created an easy to follow, step-by-step Activity Sheet Simple Summer Bedding Basket 
Find all our free to download Activity Sheets here at  https://trellisscotland.org.uk/content/factsheets

 

Adaptive Tip When planting up your container make it easy to place your plants by keeping them in their pots at first :
Place them in a pleasing arrangement
Fill in the soil around them
Lift the plants out
Remove the pots and pop the plant back in its perfectly sized hole!
Gently firm the soil around the plant roots.

Look out for the symbols indicating which activities build or suit those with specific skills - featured in the Year-Round Gardening Activities book.

Join us online in a Live Demo session on Thursday, 16 May, 2024 - 14:00 The Sensory Garden: Touch - Within reach container gardening click the link for more information and to Register. See the Live Demo page for all activity sessions throughout the year, https://www.trellisscotland.org.uk/content/live-zoom-sessions

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