royale Garden club
Make a list of what you want to grow and start your own garden.
LAMP Campus- Ivanhoe
Join the Royale Youth Garden as we garden, prepare, and cook produce to create a lifetime of sustainability and healthy habits. This site is located Midtown just minutes from downtown Kansas City, MO. In partnership with LAMP Campus – Ivanhoe, we co-manage a edible education program, helping youth and families to start and operate independent raised beds that supply healthy produce to feed Kansas City. The Campus is also a place to implement our entrepreneurial food business program.
enhance your argiculture skills
Dirt, water, plants, and cooking utensils comprise a timeless lifestyle. The first outdoor environment encountered by an exploring child gives a gritty, cool, stony, or smooth sensation to the sands. This is when harvest season begins in both nature and youth eager to share a taste of their fresh creations.
Grow Your own Produce
Engage in cooking classes
The Royale Chef Series is an interactive cooking series that set to engage youth and families in the preparation of simple recipes, cognitive skills, and teamwork building. These practical skills incorporates math, science, nutrition, geography, and culture through teamwork and independent projects.
join the Farmer's Market
June through September: 9 a.m. to noon
Start your own garden
Gardening Tips
Location
Site it right. Starting a garden is just like real estate. It's all about location. This is an important step.
Sunshine
Misjudging sunlight is a common pitfall when you're first learning to garden. Find a spot with 6-8 hours of direct light.
Water
Stay close to water. Having access to a water is vital for plant growth. Research how often you should water your garden.
Soil
Start with great soil. High in nitrogen helps the germination and growth process move faster. Loose dirt is better than compact.
Space
When selecting a space, start with containers. For more space options, grow plants in a raised garden bed or in the ground.
Plants
Choose the right plants. It's important to select plants that match your growing conditions. Pick a variety of what you eat.
Weather
Planting too early (or late) in the season can spell disaster for your garden. Research climate times for planting.
Mulch
Apply a layer of mulch that's 2 to 3 inches deep around each plant. This will help reduce weeds and reduce moisture loss.