So get out there. Your kids will go bonkers for the play stuff and activities, and you might even find something to love too.

Pumpkin Patches in Kansas City Fall 2025

Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch

• Dates/Hours: 9/20-10/31: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10-7; Sunday and Monday 10-6
• Activities: Pumpkin Patch, train, carousel, wagon ride, kid zone with slides, games, jumping pillow, pedal karts, weekend pig races and live music, pumpkin donuts, etc
• Address: 17607 N.E. 52nd Street Liberty, MO 64068

Gieringers Family Farm

• Dates/Hours: Thursday & Friday 10am-3pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm.
• Activities: You-pick apples and pumpkins, jump pad, corn pit, flower fields, hay mountain, slide, play area, gaga ball, obstacle course, weekend food trucks, corn maze, etc
• Address: 39345 W 183rd St, Edgerton, Kansas 66021

Schaake’s Pumpkin Patch

• Dates/Hours: 9/27-10/30, Monday-Thursday 12pm-6pm; Friday-Sunday 9am-6pm
• Activities: You Pick Pumpkin Patch, Unique Varieties of Pumpkins, food trucks (check website for details)
• Address: 1791 N 1500 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66046

Powell Pumpkin Patch

• Dates/Hours: 9/28-10/31, Daily 9am-6pm
• Activities: Pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, nature trail, playground
• Address:

• Dates/Hours: 9/28-10/31, Daily 9am-6pm
• Activities: Pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, nature trail, playground
• Address: 25695 Spring Valley Road, Louisburg, KS 66053

Kerby Farm

• Dates/Hours: 9/27-10/26 – Fridays 12-6; Saturdays 10-6; Sundays 12-6
• Activities: Hayride to pumpkin patch, pick your own pumpkins, corn maze, kiddie zip line, slides, farm animals, tractor train ride, play area, etc
• Address: 15943 158th, Bonner Springs, KS 66012

Fun Farm

• Dates/Hours: 10/1-11/2, MON, THUR: 9AM – 7PM; WED: 9AM – 9PM; FRI-SUN: 9AM – 10PM (closed Tuesdays)
• Activities: 30+ family attractions, pumpkin patch, apple and peach picking, corn maze, corn pit, carousel, animals, giant slide, playground, etc.
• Address: 650 N. Jefferson St, Kearney, MO 64060

Johnson Farms

• Dates/Hours: Open daily, 9/5-10/31, 9am-7pm
• Activities: U-pick apple, pumpkin, and flower picking; playground, corn pit, bounce bubble, animals, playground, cider donuts, etc!
• Address: 17701 Holmes Rd, Belton, MO 64012

KC Pumpkin Patch

• Dates/Hours: Friday, Saturdays, and Sundays, October 3-26
• Activities: Over 60 farm fun attractions
• Address: 13875 S Gardner Rd, Olathe, KS 66061

Faulkner’s Ranch

• Dates/Hours: Oct 3-31, Times vary; check website for hours and ticketing
• Activities: 30+ activities, pony rides, mega slide, corn cannon, zip line, pre-picked pumpkins, gift shop
• Address: 10600 Raytown Road, Kansas City, MO 64134

Weston Red Barn

• Dates/Hours: Monday – Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm.
• Activities: hayrides, u-pick pumpkins, ponies, caramel apples, BBQ, and apple cider, barnyard,  country store, apple picking, etc
• Address: 16300 Wilkerson Rd, Weston, MO 64098

And one more bonus option… The Lousiburg Cider Mill also has a small pumpkin patch, a corn maze, a corn pit, and family fun attractions. Hot tip: rent a firepit for a cozy, fun fall evening with friends and family!

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Fall Vegetables to Plant in your Garden Now

• Cabbage (plant)
• Carrot (seed)
• Cauliflower (plant)
• Turnip (seed)
• Bush Beans (seed)
• Broccoli (plant)
• Collards (plant)
• Kale (seed or plant, but a plant would be best due to quicker time until harvest)
• Kohlrabi (seed or plant)
• Arugula (seed)
• Beets (seed)
• Lettuce (seeds or plants, but a plant would be best due to quicker time until harvest)
• Mustard Greens (seed or plant)
• Peas (seed)
• Radish (seed)
• Spinach (seed)
• Cilantro (seed)

I do not plant all of these. You have to pick and choose what you like to eat and what you have space to grow. Of the above list, I plant one or two kale and cabbage plants and little sections of the following plants:, beets, spinach, bush beans, lettuce, and cilantro. I forgot to plant arugula, but Mr. Snodgrass likes it so I will try to find space in one of my raised beds. It can be hard to plant a fall garden when you already have summer plants growing (such as tomatoes), so it takes a bit of planning and forethought.

My husband is complaining about our tomato crop, but I think my garden is doing just fine thankyouverymuch. We are getting a steady supply of tomatoes, raspberries, peppers, herbs, and okra. I have had an abysmal cucumber crop, but everything else is growing well. Additionally, our storage is full of potatoes, carrots, beets, turnips, and garlic.

Contact me if you need gardening advice. I’m happy to consult about seeds, plants, or general garden and landscape maintenance.

Hosting a Foreign Exchange Student

My family is hosting a foreign exchange student from Europe this semester and she arrived last week! She will attend a nearby high school, and, although she is older than my kids, I believe the age difference will promote bonding. In order to make space, my kids are sharing a bedroom and I have been busy preparing a girl’s room for her. It has been fun to be able to decorate in a more feminine way for a change. Most of these items were taken from my staging stash. What do you think? She is a soccer player, so we made sure to hang a KC Current banner for her.

Real Estate and Rate Update

Mortgage rates are still between 6-7% for a single-family home. I think the last rate quote I saw was for 6.5%, but the rate fluctuates daily and are based on the buyer’s qualifications so this can change.

We are still in a strong seller’s market; however, the market is changing this year. The number of available homes is increasing, but pending sales are slowing. Prices are rising modestly, and this may not be in every location.

Curious what your home is worth? We can send you stats for your neighborhood or a custom home valuation – just message and ask: “What is my home worth?”

Need to buy, sell, or just have a general inquiry about your home? I’m full of great resources, and I’m always happy to share. Contact me

Vegetables to Plant

• Cabbage Plants
• Cauliflower Plants
• Turnip Seeds
• Carrot Seeds

Technically, the planting guides say that we can plant these veggies as of 7/20… However, next week looks like a pretty brutal weather week in Kansas City. I will not be planting anything this weekend; I’m going to wait a week or two. Keep track of the latest home and garden news and what to plant each week by subscribing to my weekly newsletter.

A Look Ahead to Fall Gardening and Maintenance

Here in Kansas City, we have three gardening seasons: spring, summer (current), and fall. Early August is the perfect time to plant your fall vegetable garden. In addition to the above list, soon you can plant more things like bush beans, broccoli, kale, arugula, lettuce, spinach, peas, etc!

In addition to vegetable gardening, fall is a great time to plant new grass, shrubs, and trees. We plan to renovate our lawn and a plant a few new shrubs this fall. We will wait until early September for these tasks.

This weekend, I will add mulch to my front landscaping beds and I will harvest potatoes and garlic in my backyard vegetable garden. I planted the garlic in December and the potatoes in March – they take a long time to grow! Garlic is easy to store, so I always plant a year’s supply. It tastes better than store-bought, and it costs less. Honestly, I’m not sure how much better the potatoes taste than store bought, but they are fun to grow and even more fun to dig!

Kid’s Corner

Kids love to harvest things that grow underground like potatoes, sweet potatoes, and carrots. It’s like digging for buried treasure! This weekend, my kids will help dig our potatoes. Here is how: Once the potato plant dies back, pull it out and then dig around that area for the potatoes. You have to be very careful with tools, or you will damage your potatoes. I just use a hand shovel to loosen the soil in the area, then we use gloved hands to dig around. Each plant will have at least a few potatoes, so keep digging until you find them all! Give each child their own bucket so they can keep track of the size of their “treasure”. Happy gardening!

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July Dip in Sales

Summertime is generally a slower time of year for real estate. I wondered if the statistics would mirror this sentiment, and it’s funny to look at the obvious dip in July sales. No matter how far I go back, there is always this July dip. Honestly, it’s not as bad as I expected, but it’s definitely there. Looking at this graph, you see that spring is the height of the market each year, then a little dip in mid-summer, then a Sept/October bump, then sales decline to the bottom which is always in January/February. March, April and May are the busiest months every year.

KC Home Sales Similar to National Market

In this Redfin article, you’ll see that pending home sales have fallen about 4% year over year in June. I checked the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors reports, and this mirrors our market. Interestingly, our home prices are increasing slightly more than national numbers (our median sales price climbed 2.3% year over year for the month of June, vs just a 1% increase nationally). What does this mean? Prices are still rising, but with less intensity. There are more homes for sale and fewer buyers, and this translates to less competition and more options for buyers (finally!). Essentially, it’s still a seller’s market, but the buyers aren’t getting beat up anymore.

Mortgage Rates Steady For the Last Year or So

I checked Capitol Federal’s Mortgage Rates today and they are about 6.75% for a 30-year mortgage. This mirrors the national rate average which is also 6.72% today (per Freddie Mac). This is about the same as average rates over the last year/52 weeks; the national average for the last 52 weeks is 6.68% according to Freddie Mac. What does this mean? It means get used to rates in the 6’s! They seem to be here to stay for now.

Sarah’s Garden Update

My garden is producing and I even picked a delicious batch of shishitos yesterday, but in all honesty, this is not my best year for gardening. I’m not sure why, but I’m just not getting out there as much lately. I think I will just blame my children and the mosquitoes for keeping me from my weeding and watering. But I’m planning to whip it into shape this weekend! Wondering what to plant? Don’t plant! It’s too hot. Just maintain what you have. We can start planting again in August; I’ll make sure to send an update.

More Real Estate Agents than Listings in KC

Just as a fun little tidbit, I looked up the number of agents vs the number of listings in the MLS area. There are more agents than listings! We have 11,775 active MLS members, and 11,320 listings in the entire MLS area (commercial/residential/land/multifamily). I’m not sure what to make of this, but as someone who makes a living in real estate – this is a bit frightening. There is no shortage of agents and the bar to entry is low, so make sure you find a qualified, experienced, full-time agent when the time comes. Set your goals and decide what’s important to you, then find someone who can meet your needs exactly how you want.

Sarah Goes to the Beach at Lake Michigan

I was blown away by the beaches of Lake Michigan in southwest Michigan. We visited a state park with mountains of dunes, Warren Dunes State Park, and just had a typical beach vacation, except we were at a lake instead of the ocean. The sand was perfect, the beaches were spacious, and it was actually better without the humidity and salt water. Plus, the 4th of July on the beach was epic! I will end this post with photos of my trip (photo credit to my friends and husband because I only took two pics the whole time – oops!)

If you need help buying, selling, getting real estate advice, fighting property assessments, finding trustworthy vendors or contractors, or really anything home related – reach out. I have almost 20 years of experience as a full-time agent, and I’m always happy to be a resource for my clients, friends, and readers. -Sarah

Tree Questions to Consider When House Hunting

• How do the trees look?
• How large are the trees?
• How many trees are on the property?
• Are there large limbs overhanging the home?
• Are any trees located on the lot line or could any trees pose a boundary dispute in some way?
• Are there any obvious signs of tree or bark damage?
• Are there holes in the trees?
• Can you see any diseased or dead trees or large limbs?
• Are there limbs brushing against the roof?
• Are any Ash trees present on the property? Ash trees are currently in decline due to damage caused by the emerald ash borer, an invasive insect.

Benefits of Consulting An Arborist When Buying a Home

A great time to evaluate the trees and landscaping of a property is when you buy a new home. This is a great way to learn about what is present on the property and how to properly care for it. Consult your broker or an attorney to discuss whether you have the right to inspect prior to purchase.

• Learn what trees and shrubs are on the property
• Learn how to care for the trees on the property
• Discover any risk, tree damage, or work needed
• Create a map or designs of the trees on your property
• Get estimates of the cost of any work needed
• Learn about other beneficial tree species you might want to add or replace

Tree Removal Can Be an Expensive Surprise

I once purchased an investment property which needed about $3,000 in tree trimming and tree removal. With today’s prices, this would likely cost double. At the time, we had budgeted way less for minor trimming, but once we consulted an arborist, we found out that we had a big problem. Carpenter ants had hollowed out a very large tree next to the property, and it posed a serious threat. Having a large tree removed is expensive, and we were blindsided by the expense. Since then, I always encourage buyers to walk the yards with me and consider the yard, patios and plants, not just the actual home structure. As a Master Gardener, I can help my clients through my education and training.

If you or someone you know needs a dedicated agent in KC, send me a message. I’d love to hear from you.

This blog is called At Home in Kansas City, so I’ve been thinking about what’s going on in my home this week. Well, I’m a typical mom so I cook. A lot. My favorite thing to make is healthy muffins. I freeze them for quick on-the-go healthy (but satisfying) snacks. Two of my favorites are these Skinnytaste peanut butter banana muffins (take my advice and add chocolate chips to them), and this cocoa zucchini bread which I make into muffins. I’m now growing zucchini because of these dream muffins. Anyways, I always tweak things to suit my preferences and dietary restrictions (GF), but these are good basic recipes to start with. I’ve also been reading this book about gluten free baking, Gluten Free Baking at Home, and I’m anxious to try the bread recipes once I gather all these ingredients. In the author’s introduction, he discusses his worry about most gluten free recipes and products being filled with non-nutritious flour substitutes. They aren’t exactly unhealthy, but they aren’t beneficial either. The recipes in his book attempt to bridge that gap and add nutritionally beneficial ingredients into the recipes. This is what I’ve been looking for! I’m always grinding or adding my own flax or buckwheat or ground oats instead of the standard gluten free baking flour.

Garden Update

Stay up to date on what to garden by subscribing to my weekly newsletter. Aside from planting my summer pots, I actually haven’t been gardening all that much this week. The summer heat is setting in, and I’m done planting for a while with the exception of my sweet potato slips. I have been harvesting and eating fresh broccoli, spinach, arugula, kale, and lettuce. My peppers and tomatoes are finally starting to show some major growth, my bouquet flowers are setting buds, and everything else is growing well. I planted a native rose vine last year, and it is flowering for the first time. Not exactly spectacular, but it’s cute and it makes me feel good to plant natives which are beneficial for our ecosystem.

Wondering what to plant this week? Well, maybe just chill! Or you can plant some annuals for your front beds or pots. If you are anything like me, what I really need to be doing is weeding. Man, it’s a nonstop chore, but I just try to enjoy the time in the sun and fresh air.

Native Plants in your Planters and Container Garden

One other thing that caught my eye this week is this Grow Native guide to planting natives in containers . I’ve been wanting to pop one of my coral bells (Heuchera americana) in a pot for my back patio. But in this guide, I’m loving the way this agave/false aloe looks in a terra cotta planter. Does anyone know where I can find one? If so, let me know. It’s drop dead gorgeous. I also want to try the rock pink and the Oak or Pennsylvania sedge in a container.

Real Estate Update

In some parts of town, the market is slightly shifting towards balance, and I’ve seen some stellar buys out there which is exciting after years of rising prices and no deals to be found. I have seen a good buy in Brookside, one in Hyde Park, and one in Kansas City, KS – all between $100,000-$295,000. Hit me up if you’d like to hear about them. In Brookside where I live, it is pretty much business as usual. Homes are selling fast and it’s a seller’s market. The inner ring state line corridor is still a hot market in both Kansas and Missouri. Mortgage rates are currently between 6-7%.

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Speaking of not working, we took the kids up to Minnesota for Memorial Day weekend for hiking and biking on the Saint Croix River. It was a gorgeous river valley and we stayed in a very cute little town called Taylor’s Falls, MN. If you are looking for vacation that’s a day’s drive from KC, I recommend it. Then last weekend, we visited friends in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Their home is a combination of new and old construction (old like 1860’s old!), and the land, gardens, stone, views, sights, and sounds were an elixir to someone like me who spends most of her time in an urban environment. I particularly loved how it all felt so earthy, natural, and textural. The walls are plaster with lime wash paint, the floors are Kentucky Coffee wood, the stone is local limestone. We have become so accustomed to latex, vinyl, and various plastics in our homes, and I didn’t realize how soft and comforting a more natural style of construction could feel.

Rain and Roofs

Spring in Kansas City means occasional torrential rains, flash flooding, tornado warnings, and hail. Yep, it’s a cruel town for roofs. So earlier this week on Tuesday, while we were holed up in our basement, tornado sirens blaring, rain pouring, we noticed a spot where our gutters were overflowing. They were clogged with Maple leaf debris. This isn’t the first time I’ve heard of such a thing… If you spot poor drainage or water coming into your house, check it out right then! If it’s in your basement, then literally go outside in the storm and watch where the water flows and look at your gutters/drainage. If it’s a leak in your ceiling or walls somewhere, then check your attic. It’s much easier to diagnose the problem right then, rather than when everything is dry.

Planting Guide for Early June

• Corn (seeds)
• Cucumber (seeds)
• Okra (seeds) – technically it’s late, but I’d go for it if you want to try
• Green Beans (seeds) – technically it’s late, but I’d go for it if you want to try. I like to stagger my bean planting so I always have some ripening
• Pumpkin (seeds)
• Summer Squash (seeds) – such as yellow squash and zucchini
• Sweet Potato (plants)
• Swiss Chard (plants or seeds)
• Annuals – Spruce up your pots and beds with flowering plants to add color and texture to your landscape, curb appeal and entry
• Perennials – Plant native and non-native perennials; note: plants may be small and not flower much the first year

Kid’s Corner

This is a somewhat boring time in the garden for kids. Things are growing, but there isn’t much to harvest yet. There are always plenty of weeds to tackle, but I advise against having kids weed your garden for a couple of reasons. First, they might inadvertently pull out a good plant. Second, I think kids dislike weeding and it can feel like a chore; instead we want to teach kids to love the garden by giving them fun jobs.

• Keep a diary – have them get a ruler or tape measure and measure the plants each week on a specified day. Either have them write it down, or maybe let them start a spreadsheet on the computer or iPad. My kids are so deprived of screen time that they LOVE any sort of screen time I’ll give them. Even spreadsheets. This helps them learn measurement, math, and useful apps if you let them. Drawing the plants is also a good activity for kids who love to draw.
• Dry Plants – Pick pretty stems and blooms from your yard and hang them upside down to dry them. Then let your kids make dried floral arrangements.
• Water – Watering is crucial to a successful garden, and what kid doesn’t love messing around with a water hose? Let them loose and don’t worry if they get wet or the garden doesn’t get evenly watered. You can always go back and do it.

Weeding

The weeds are in overdrive right now. Catch them while they are young, and be sure to get the entire root or it will just keep growing and spreading. The soft ground following the recent rains makes weeding much easier so I recommend that you prioritize this task before the ground dries out. I typically use a garden knife to weed individual plants, but for larger areas, I may use a hoe and even cover areas with cardboard.

Transplanting

This is a great time to dig, divide, and transplant. The weather has been most favorable with the mild temperatures and regular rainfall. I was just speaking to a neighbor about this very thing; she moved and divided a bunch of plants last week, and her plants didn’t miss a beat. Typically, you might see some drooping while they acclimate to their new home, but hers didn’t droop at all!

Reasons why you might want to transplant:

• Save money! Do you have an empty area where need landscaping or plants, but it feels too expensive or overwhelming? You may already have the free plants in your yard! There are so many perennials that you can divide and they will spread and grow to fill in a new space. Like grasses, hostas, iris, black eyed Susans (rudbeckia), peonies, many natives like goldenrod, aster, etc… It’s really not that hard – don’t be scared! Just give it a try, and remember to water your new plantings regularly. Plants are very expensive so this is one of my favorite options.
• Your plants are crowded! If you have an area where your plants are growing together and it is beginning to look crowded or busy, don’t be afraid to thin it out. Dig it up, divide and/or reposition your plants, and tidy it up. If you have extra plants, either move them to a new spot in your yard or pot them up. Once potted, they make great gifts for friends and neighbors!
• Your plants need different exposure! Do you have plants that just don’t seem to be thriving where they are planted? Or do they flop over for no apparent reason? The most common reason a plant isn’t thriving is due to insufficient sunlight. Full sun means a plant needs six hours of direct sunlight. If it needs part sun, then give it three hours of afternoon sun. If it needs part shade, then make sure it has about three hours of gentle morning sun (or north/east exposure). Full shade plants prefer no direct sun (but a little sun or dappled light can be tolerated by many shade plants). It’s nearly impossible to hit these numbers exactly so don’t worry if you aren’t sure or aren’t exact. Just think of them as a guideline, and do your best and try different spots until you find one that works for your plants.

What to Plant

There is still time to plant many summer veggies. You can still plant tomato plants, cucumber seeds, bean seeds, pepper plants, basil, squash seeds, okra, sweet potatoes, and more. I will also be planting flower seeds – the bunnies are eating my zinnia seedlings so I’m going to plant more. This is also a good time to plant perennials and shrubs, but try to get them planted and established before the heat of summer hits, and remember to water your new plants regularly.

Pruning

Most of our spring flowering shrubs are finished blooming and may be looking a little floppy or too big. This is the perfect time to prune them. Don’t be afraid of pruning – it is healthy for your plant, and will keep the shrub under control and “right sized” in your landscape. Overgrown bushes is the #1 most common landscaping problem I see in the houses I sell, and it’s easily preventable.

Tomorrow, May 17, 2025, is the Rockhill Architecture and Gardens and Architecture Tour. If you aren’t familiar, Rockhill is the prestigious neighborhood to the east of the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art. The tour commemorates Rockhill’s 50th year anniversary of the designation as a National Historic District. William Rockhill Nelson founded the neighborhood in 1904. Nelson was the founder of the Kansas City Star, and lived on the site of the museum. Upon his death, his estate and funds were used to establish the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art.

There will be eight gardens featured on the tour, and about 40 homes to view on a walking architectural tour. This is not an indoor homes tour, rather, a walking tour of a historic district.

As an Extension Master Gardener volunteer, I was invited to preview the eight gardens on the tour, and they are magnificent! Each has its own personality, size, and design aesthetic. I saw formal gardens, native gardens, meandering pathways, garden sculptures, and even a white garden. If you go, please message me and let me know your favorite. My favorite home and garden site is 4501 Holmes. I thought it was the perfect mix of natural, native, trees, flowers, structural, and whimsy. The home itself is brick with an open two-story porch along the front. It was designed notable architects, Howe and Hoit, and built in 1908 (later additions added).

Tickets

I will be there tomorrow as a garden volunteer; I hope to see you there! Tickets are available online in advance for $20, or $25 in person at the day of the event. Check in and ticket sales are located at 532 Pierce Street, and parking is encouraged at the Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden.

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About Sarah

Hi- a bit about me! I’m a real estate agent and master gardener living in the quaint Brookside neighborhood of Kansas City with my family. I’ve been a full-time agent since about 2007 (no dabbling here!), and I’m committed to stellar service for all my clients. I love to garden, and grow my own food at home – better for humans and the environment. I am also passionate about native plants which support our ecosystem. I am an experienced negotiator, and home and garden stager. Need to move? I’m your girl – hit me up for service or advice.

What a fun weekend coming up! It’s a beautiful time of year, there are so many garden and architecture tours, Sunday is Mother’s Day, and the weather forecast is sunny and warm. Subscribe to my newsletter to stay up to date on my preferred events and updates as well as my planting list. This weekend, I will be planting my summer garden: tomato plants, pepper plants, okra seeds, basil, beans, zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers.

• Bush Beans – Seed
• Pole Beans – Seed
• Lima Beans – Seed
• Cantaloupe – Seed
• Corn – Seed
• Cucumber – Seed
• Eggplant – Plant
• Lettuce – Plants (technically you can also plant seeds, but now it is too late in the season)
• Okra – Seed
• Peppers – Plants
• Southern Pea – Seed
• Pumpkin – Seed
• Summer Squash – Seed
• Sweet Potato – Plant
• Swiss Chard – Seed or Plant
• Tomatillos – Seed or Plant
• Tomatoes – Plant
• Winter Squash – Seed
• Watermelon – Seed

Flowers to Plant From Seed

• Zinnia
• Cosmos
• Sunflower
• Nasturtium – edible! 

Herbs to Plant 

• Basil
• Chives (it’s a little late, but I think you can still plant a chive plant and it will be ok)
• Dill – Plant (technically you can also plant this as seed, but you’ll probably have better luck with plants this late in Spring)
• Oregano – Plant
• Rosemary – Plant
• Sage – Plant
• Thyme – Plant

Kids Corner

Now is the time to plant one of the most exciting flowers for kids to grow – sunflowers. Kids love to watch giant sunflowers grow. These plants grow very large; depending on the variety, they may be over 6′ tall and the heads of the flowers can be as big as their face! When the flowers dry out, you are left with sunflower seeds which amaze the kids. Sunflower seeds are a popular snack, and children they are always amazed to see the real thing growing on a flower.

Kids also love to grow and pick flowers for their loved ones. Throw out some zinnia, cosmo, and bouquet sunflowers (like a smaller variety) this weekend, and I promise they will grow if you have enough sun and water. They are all so easy to grow! Your kids can feel very special making you bouquets all summer.