Garden Planting Day
What you'll do
Plant herbs or flowers together and name your plants.
- Pick a start time and treat it like a real plan.
- Tidy one space and set it up.
- Phones on do-not-disturb.
- Enjoy — no multitasking.
What you'll need
Seeds, soil, pots
Make it better
- Add a theme or dress code.
- Make a signature snack.
- Turn off overhead lights; use lamps.
Good to know
Great for after bedtime when there are kids at home.
Easy to do after bedtime or during nap time.
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