Garden Variety

Educational resources for organic, Mediterranean-inspired gardening

Grow with grace, learn with joy

Garden Variety brings Mediterranean-inspired, autumn-harvest themes to families. Explore hands-on, organic farming practices designed for curious kids and supportive grown-ups.

Kids planting in a terracotta pot garden

Educational Focus

Our resources emphasize practical organic farming techniques, soil health, composting, seed saving, and kid-friendly gardening activities aligned with Mediterranean climate patterns.

  • Soil Health
    Microbes, compost, and mulch principles
  • Seasonal Planning
    Autumn harvest and spring prep
  • Kids Activities
    Plants, crafts, and simple experiments

Featured Guides

  • Growing in Terracotta: Easy Mediterranean Beds

    Tips for family-friendly layouts, low-maintenance edibles, and kids' planting steps.

  • Composting for Kids

    Simple, safe composting ideas that teach responsibility and science.

Courses for Families

Authentic, hands-on lessons designed for children and their grown-ups. Learn by doing in a warm, Mediterranean-inspired garden setting.

Intro to Organic Garden Care

Soil tests, compost, mulch, natural pest management, and daily care routines.

  • Duration: 4 weeks
  • Ideal for beginners

Kids & Plants: Seeds to Sprouts

Fun seed-starting projects, garden crafts, and observation journals.

  • Duration: 3 weeks
  • Max age: 12

Kids Corner

A playful space with at-home activities, printable plant journal pages, and kid-friendly experiments inspired by autumn harvests.

Plant Watch Journal

Track growth, color changes, and observations with simple prompts.

Mini Garden Lab

Hands-on experiments with mulch layers and water retention.

Harvest Helpers

Simple recipes and art projects using garden produce.