Friends and foes in the garden

Healthy plants attract helpful invertebrates and fend off harmful pests.

Experiences

Fed up with bugs eating the veges in the garden before you do? Students learn to grow healthy plants that stand up to garden pests. They also take a look at invertebrate food chains and life cycles.

Then it's into the garden to compost, plant and look for what pests are lurking there.

Students mix special concoctions to help combat the pests in your school garden. 

Year level

Years 4-8

Learning areas

Science, living world

Maximum students

100 students

Location

Auckland Botanical Gardens

Available dates

All year

Cost

Half-day programme: $7 per student

Contact details

Email: botanicgardens.schoolbookings@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Address

Auckland Botanical Gardens102 Hill RoadThe Gardens

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