
THEN + NOW
Case Study: 1911
Pittsburgh Playground Associaton Vacation Gardens
Quick Facts
Garden Plan: Large rectangular plots (6' x 12')
Layout: Rows 6" apart
Interesting Feature: Chicken Coops!
Targeted Ages: 9-15
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Details
Plants:
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Apiaceae: parsley, carrots
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Asteraceae: lettuce
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Brassicaceae: radishes
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Chenopodiaceae: beets
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Fabaceae: beans
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Case Study: 2015 Pittsburgh Montessori School Garden
Quick Facts
Garden Plan: Raised Beds
Layout: Block Style
Interesting feature:
Targeted Ages:
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Details
Plants Include:
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Brassicaceae: arugula, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, cress, kale, radish, rutabaga
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Convolvulaceae: sweet potato
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Cucurbitacecae: cantaloupe, cucumber, gourd, summer squash
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Fabaceae: beans
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Lamiaceae: basil, lavender, marjoram, mint, oregano, sage, savory, thyme
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Liliaceae: asparagus, chives, garlic, green onions, leeks, onions, shallots
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Solanaceae: eggplant, sweet pepper, hot pepper, potato, tomato
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