In this short TED Talk, Ron Finley explains how growing food transformed his life and neighborhood. After watching, reflect on how growing mushrooms might help you or your community.

Tips for Beginners

1️⃣ Choosing a Garden Space or Container Setup

• Explore examples of indoor, balcony, and outdoor spaces

• Raised beds, containers, buckets, and upcycled options

• Activity: Sketch or describe your starting space in workbook or LMS journal

2️⃣ Basic Supply Checklist

• Starter tool kit: gloves, watering can, compost, trowel, seeds

• Budget-friendly alternatives (DIY pots, homemade compost)

• Downloadable: Starter Supplies Checklist PDF

3️⃣ Garden Location Considerations

• Sunlight: how to track daily light hours

• Drainage & spacing: how to avoid overcrowding or soggy roots

• Activity: Map sun exposure and water source for your chosen space

4️⃣ Planning for Low-Cost, Small-Scale Growing

• Growing in buckets, crates, windowsills

• Recycled materials: milk jugs, yogurt cups, cardboard beds

• Reflection Prompt: “What resources do you already have that you can reuse?”

5️⃣ Group Discussion: What’s Growing Around You?

• Share your goals and what’s already growing nearby

• Option to submit a photo or video (if online)

• In-person or virtual kickoff: community connection activity

CLICK HERE ->Grow Where You Are Vegetable Garden Workbook