Practicum – Session 1

Lessons:

1. Welcome to the Practicum
2. Seed Parts and Seed Germination
3. Seed Packets/Seed Catalogs/Home Record Keeping
4. Tour

Objectives:

• Students will be welcomed to the Practicum, acquaint with each other and mentors.  Review expectations and promote excitement about the “why” of the Practicum including Spring Garden Fair, and set the happy, cooperative tone for the experience.
• Students will review seed parts and their purpose in the germination process.
• Students will learn the importance of information available on seed packets and in seed catalogs. They will also learn the importance of keeping records for their home gardens.
• Students will become acquainted with the MGP facilities, especially the location of the garbage dumpster, and the recycling dumpster.

Homework Assignment to be read/viewed before coming to Practicum:

• Read this document – “Starting Seeds at Home – a Deeper Look” (There are links within this article that contain more information and are beneficial, but are optional.)
• Read this document – “How To Read A Seed Packet”
• Watch the following videos:

Additional Resources:

• Read this Document – The Germination Explanation: How Long do Seeds Last?
• Read this Document – Quick Guide to Understanding Seed Packets
• Informative Link – Example of a Safe Seed Pledge
• Informative Link – 11 Free Garden Planners and Programs
• Informative Link – Territorial Seed Company Garden Planner
• Informative Link – Gardener’s Supply Company Garden Planner