Rachel S,Gisela, Tracy, Danny, Dee, Mary Pat, Allison, Donna, Erin, and Rachel F.
Our first planning meeting over a cup of coffee at Miss Daisy's Kitchen in the Grassland Market
It is very important to use proper protection when working the land. Gloves, sun protection, and proper tools make the job go smoother. Removing weeds by digging them out when the soil is damp makes the job a LOT easier!
Walnut Grove Elementary School opened in 1990. This space was originally used for a "portable classroom" before additions were made to the existing building. Approximately 1995, the portable classroom was removed, the site was an eye sore. Several of the teachers worked together on a vision for a butterfly garden. The team worked hard writing grants and involving parents in donating plants to make the butterfly garden a reality. The Environmental Association of Tennessee awarded a grant of $200.00. Flower Power and Walmart both MATCHED the grant funds. Other garden centers donated plants. The garden continues to be a spot of beauty, but time, weather, and weeds had begun to take over. Several of the Master Gardner's of Williamson County are working to revive this beautiful space for the students as an outdoor learning lab and place to enjoy the beauty of a garden.
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