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Kids special: Grow your own - what should your mini gardeners plant this month?

Each month FG runs a kids special and we will tell you what to plant

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There are so many benefits to getting your kids out in the garden and engaging with the growing process
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There are so many benefits to getting your kids out in the garden and engaging with the growing process

Are you a mini gardener? Do you have a little one with green fingers? Perhaps you would just like to get your kids more connected to food.

Each month we will let you know what fruit and veggies are best to plant.

October:

This month you should plant:

  • Cauliflower
  • Broad beansÌý
  • Peas

September:

This month you should plant:

  • Spring onions
  • CabbagesÌý
  • Peas

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