Let’s Grow! How to Get Your Kids Involved in Gardening

Because little hands love muddy magic 🌱

There’s something truly magical about gardening with children. The wonder of watching seeds sprout, the joy of digging in the dirt, and the excitement of spotting the first worm—it’s all part of a natural adventure that sparks curiosity and connection. At Lilly + Sid, we believe that outdoor play and hands-on learning go hand-in-hand. And what better classroom than your own garden?

Here are some playful, practical ways to get your little ones digging into nature and growing their green thumbs.

1. Give Them Their Own Patch

Whether you have a large garden or just a few pots on the patio, giving children their very own gardening space builds ownership and pride. Let them decorate plant pots with paint, name their patch, or even create garden signs with their drawings.

Sid Says: “Name your patch something fun—like ‘Sunflower City’ or ‘Wiggly Worm World’—and make it your secret garden club!” 🌻

2. Pick Easy, Quick-Growing Plants

Fast results keep little ones engaged. Try sunflowers, radishes, lettuce, strawberries, or snap peas—plants that sprout quickly and are easy to care for. Edible flowers like nasturtiums are also a hit with curious mini gardeners.

Involving them in choosing what to plant gives them a sense of control and encourages healthy eating too!

Sid Says: “Wearing your best wellies makes you an official Mud Explorer. Mission: dig, splash, giggle!” 👢🌧

3. Get Messy – It’s Half the Fun

Kids love sensory play, and the garden is one big, muddy opportunity. Let them feel the soil, smell the herbs, and splash with the watering can. Give them child-safe tools and don’t stress about perfect rows—this is about experience, not aesthetics.

5. Make It Magical

Add a fairy house, a bug hotel, or a dinosaur jungle to your garden. Use natural materials like twigs, pinecones, or pebbles to build imaginative worlds. A tiny patch of grass becomes a whole universe when seen through the eyes of a child.

Sid Says: “Worms make the best garden pets. Say hello and give them a name—Sir Wiggles is a good one!” 🪱✨

7. Dress for the Occasion

Getting stuck in the mud is even better when you’re wearing comfy, durable clothes. Our Blooming Beautiful collection  is perfect for playtime in the garden—soft, organic, and made for twirling through wildflowers or crouching to watch ants march.

Sid Says: “Flowers grow better when you sing to them. Go on—give it your best ‘Twinkle Twinkle’!” 🎶🌼