Funded Apr 25, 2022Thank you for supporting the continued growth of our school and community garden. I wanted to update you on the progress your contribution has allowed us to make on our growing garden space. This is what we set up with the drip irrigation and sprinkler system you sponsored:
In May students planted thousands of sunflower seeds in dozens of rows they arranged last year. We set up two timed watering systems both with 4 zones and kept the beds watered as needed during the sprouting phase. Unfortunately this year we weren't able to till the soil as we had last year, and even though weeds were cut to the ground, they overtook the sprouts and left us mostly with a field of weeds. Next year we will be ready with a better plan.
HOWEVER, the pumpkin and watermelon plants students started indoors in the spring are now flourishing with the support of the extensive drip irrigation system you supported (now set up with one of the timers). Look for a fall crop and PUMPKIN PATCH in the rear of the garden.
We are currently making plans for our next project to begin: creating a sustainable and easily manageable edible forest, while we will continue growing the sunflowers and pumpkins. All of the equipment you supported will continue to be used seasonally and help us reach greater goals over the years.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Ghaffari