The other day Robin bought a few packets of seeds from a local gardening store. He was planning to plant some herbs in our backyard. Fact is, we have tried planting herbs and actually succeeded. 🙂 BUT we were not good at harvesting the herbs and taking care of them for a longer period. The herbs always ended up neglected and then they dried up … 🙁 So, we plan to start all over again, and this time the boys are involved!
Calvin was involved in adding potting mix into the pots as well as putting the seeds at designated holes. I think he enjoyed the planting process as well as being able to spend time with his dad. And then, the 2 boys were then given the task of watering the seeds everyday.
Athan has been pretty good at watering — check out the picture above. He much prefers to handle the adult-size watering can that is as big as he is, than that of his own size. *sigh* I think Calvin is doing a pretty good job too. Right now, they are eagerly waiting to see new shoots coming out of the seeds. They actually think that the more water they feed the seeds, the faster they will grow. They literally pour all the water they have into the pots and squat down to watch the seeds closely as if something magical is going to happen. 🙂 How cute.
I really hope the boys will learn something from our little backyard project, and that we will be better at handling the herbs (if they do grow). I shall endeavour to report the growth of our herb garden when something does happen.
Hi,
Great to see the boys. They look as if they really enjoy gardening. I hope they have green fingers too. Do keep us posted when something happens to the plant. By the way, we are celebrating mom’s birthday this Saturday. I have made a card for her, going to give her Ang Pow too!
I shall keep u updated with the growth of the herbs. wish we can be with you all to celebrate mum’s birthday. have fun!