Flowers that are pollinated will then start to form seeds. Eventually the plant grows flowers (or something similar) to attract pollinators or spread pollen via the wind. The roots also absorb water and nutrients from the soil to feed the growing plant. The shoot pushes through the soil to the surface and begins to grow leaves that absorb energy from the sun and convert it into food using a process called photosynthesis. When the seed is ready to start growing roots will push through the casing and start to grow downwards whilst a shoot appears and starts to grow upwards. Some seeds can lay dormant for until the conditions are right for them to grow. The seed contains all the energy the plant needs to start growing. Plants and trees start their lives as a seeds. Seeds can come in many forms from peas and beans in pods to pips and stones in fruit and nuts that grow on trees. It’s fascinating watching the tiny seeds sprout and grow into plants that then bloom with flowers before producing new seeds. The life cycle of a plant is a wonderful thing to learn about.
And the best bit is that most of them are made using recycled materials you can find around the house or garden. You can find lots of easy and fun gardening activities and ideas below for all ages to enjoy. You don’t even need a garden to feel the benefits of growing plants and food, as you can use window boxes, hanging baskets or grow your plants indoors on window sills or shelves. Gardening in particular releases stress reducing endorphins and helps with fine motor skills and cognitive functions (especially in adults with additional needs like dementia), gardening also helps give you a sense of achievement which boosts self-esteem and confidence. It’s especially useful for helping children to calm themselves down and regulate their emotions. Did you know that gardening and growing your own food is good for your physical and mental health? Many studies have also shown that spending time outdoors in nature helps lower levels of anxiety, stress and depression in both adults and children.
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