School gardens matter.

Cultivate a Greener Future

We help school communities grow a greener future by building skills, knowledge, and confidence through the hands-on joy of gardening.

Our mission is to empower students and teachers alike to discover the joy, skills, and benefits of gardening in a school setting. By creating engaging outdoor learning spaces, we provide hands-on experiences that help school communities build a deeper connection with nature and nutrition. By unlocking gardening’s educational and well-being benefits, we help students build teamwork, responsibility, and sustainable practices. By integrating gardening into a student’s educational journey, we will nurture lifelong skills, a sense of community, and a greener future for generations to come.

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Made Greene helps school communities grow greener futures through the hands-on joy of gardening. Your support helps give students and teachers the tools, knowledge, and confidence to grow something meaningful—building practical skills, healthier habits, and a lasting connection with the natural world.

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Newest Podcast

The School Garden Podcast

Join Mary Jo and Anne as we talk about all things school gardens and growing with kids.

No matter where you are in your school garden journey, whether you are an experienced garden teacher, a novice parent helper, or a struggling home educator, we are here to help you and your kiddos in your garden space.

The School Garden Podcast has everything you’ll need -from seasonal planting guides, to curriculum ideas and activities, from garden how-tos to expert advice with a generous sowing of stories and garden chat along the way.

Come and dig in with us because school gardens matter!

Herbs: More than Flavor in our School Gardens.

In part one of our two-part herb series, join Anne and Mary Jo for a little history, the benefits and the ”grow-how” of our garden favorite and more recognizable herbs. Herbs bring so much more than flavor to the table—they deserve a place in every school garden and garden program.

Plus, Mary Jo goes all in with phenology (not to be mistaken for phrenology!), and Anne tells us all about how taste is really all about smell.

Podcast Outline

00:18 – Episode Intro

00:42 – Welcome and Herb Introduction

03:47 – How Was Your Week

07:25 – Introducing Phenology, Not Phrenology

11:30 – Anne discusses the Gardener’s World Magazine Podcast Episode: Grow Your Own Hamnet-Inspired Herb Garden:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7962ZDddGyLvLMmfl20lLa?si=qIAT5dCaRSOQbLHOVYO1yA

13:20 – What Is An Herb?

17:10 – Perennials, Biennials, and Annuals

22:03 – Cilantro

25:27 – Parsley, Dill and Fennel