Dirt + seed dispensing gumball machines = garden
Everyone knows about the transformative power of seeds, but here's a new twist on the idea - old gumball machines turned into a seed dispenser. Created by Greenaid, these contraptions make gardening easier than ever!
While you're thinking about seeds, check out Dirt! The Movie to see what's under your feet and why it matters so much. Screened at Sundance and Environmental Film Festival in Washington D.C. this year, the film will also air on PBS the week of April 20. Garden adventures await!
Get ready to get your hands in that dirt, too, with these upcoming classes!
Heirloom Tomatoes and Peppers
Saturday, April 17
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Leslie House, Leslie Science and Nature Center
1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
Instructors: Royer Held and Tom Scheper
Learn how to select, start, and grow tomatoes and hot peppers using organic cultivation methods.
Introduction to Composting
Saturday, April 24
10 a.m. - noon
Leslie House, Leslie Science and Nature Center
1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
Instructor: Geoffrey Kroepel
Explore composting basics perfect for any gardener as well as alternative methods and creative bins.
Comments
Joan Lambert Bailey
Mon, Apr 19, 2010 : 5:32 a.m.
Glad you liked the story, Pam and David! It just made me smile. On Greenaid's website is the video of a news story, and it seems like folks really get a kick out of the machines. Just brilliant. Although, I will confess to being a fan of the gumball, too.
David Baron
Sat, Apr 17, 2010 : 11:11 a.m.
Have to agree with Pam's comment about making sure the kids don't think of the seeds as candy. I like the idea of making seeds available but a gumball like machine would not be my first choice. From the photo it reminds me of Easter candy. Then again I do have a sweet tooth. :)
Pam Stout
Fri, Apr 16, 2010 : 9:45 a.m.
Those seed dispensers are really cool! I'd have to make sure my kids didn't pop them in their mouths, though... thanks for sharing.