| Looking to eat locally and economically? Grow your own produce in a garden, either in the ground or in pots. This is also a fun way for children to be active outdoors during the summer and can help them to learn about where their food comes from! Almost any container can be used for planting, just make sure that there are holes in the bottom so that excess water can drain.Easy vegetables, like cherry tomatoes and sugar snap peas, might be a good start for a first-timer. However, most vegetables will grow in containers. You can buy seed packets, which will have the best planting and harvest times, or buy starter plants from your local greenhouse. When the vegetables are ready, just harvest, wash, and enjoy!
If you do not want to grow your own garden, be sure to check out the great locally grown produce at our farmer’s market every Saturday morning at the Runnings parking lot! -Written by Kara Schmidt, SDSU Dietetics Student |
