Gardening with Kids: Exploring Annuals, Biennials, and Perennials
Gardening can be a wonderful way to bond with your children while teaching them about nature and responsibility. Understanding the different types of plants, such as annuals, biennials, and perennials, can help you create a vibrant, ever-changing garden. Let's explore these categories using some common North American flowers like marigolds, cosmos, sunflowers, calendula, and Mexican marigolds, as well as daffodils, China rose, and morning glories. Annuals: Bright Blooms for Each Year Annuals are plants that complete their life cycle in one growing season. They sprout, bloom, seed, and die all in one year. These flowers are perfect for teaching children about the cycle of life in a concise timeframe. 1. Sunflowers are a favorite among children for their impressive height and large, cheerful blooms. Planting sunflowers can be a fun activity, as kids can measure their growth and enjoy watching them reach for the sky. Sunflowers also produce seeds that can be harvested and eaten, ad
