Spanning over 600 square feet and featuring 11 raised beds, the Blanton Garden is a vibrant space where students and the community can grow, learn, and connect. Thanks to the leadership of Ms. McIllwain and Mr. Persons, many teachers and classes help tend the garden during the school day, integrating it into learning across the curriculum. The PTA Garden Committee also organizes volunteer Garden Days throughout the year to keep the space thriving and beautiful.
The Blanton PTA is proud to fund our partnership with PEAS (Partners for Education, Agriculture, and Sustainability). PEAS outdoor education specialists work alongside our teachers to bring hands-on, outdoor lessons in science, math, health, and nutrition to life. Each session weaves in Social Emotional Learning, helping students build connections with each other and the natural world. PEAS works specifically with 2nd grade students at Blanton.
We’re also grateful for the support of the Central Texas School Garden Network, which provides free compost, transplants, and seeds through their annual Spread the Harvest events.
Want to get your hands dirty and help the Blanton Garden flourish? Join our Garden Club! Email garden@ptablanton.org and we’ll keep you in the loop about upcoming opportunities and events.
Interested in supporting the garden financially? Your donation helps cover essential supplies like garden tools, mulch, rocks, and plants. Give today through our PayPal donation link below.
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Want to setup your own vegetable garden at home?
What to plant and when
If you're not sure exactly what to plant?
Texas A&M publishes the Central Texas Vegetable Garden Planting Guide which tells you exactly what to plant and when in Austin's climate. It's available in both English and Spanish and is a great resource to time your planting just right!
The best vegetables to grow are one's you love to eat, but it's also great fun to try something new each season! If not not exactly sure how to fill out your garden you can find some great ideas in these pre-planned gardens!
How to build your own raised beds
If you're interested in building your own raised beds at home, here is a great video on how to do it easily and for less than $75 with basic supplies from Home Depot.
We have over 85 trees growing on the Blanton campus and young orchard on the west side of the campus. See the attachment for the complete list!