School Gardening Grant 
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Description: It is said that 10% of our GNP goes towards medicine; this makes the manufacturing of drugs the largest single  industry in the country.  By implementing a medicinal garden, students can gain an understanding of where and how holistic medicines are derived.  Further, they will learn to appreciate the highly specialized plant biomes, like those of the Southwest, that furnish such resources.

Layout: Considering the growth forms of the suggested plants, ample space is  preferred.  This project should be devoted to a turf-free area approximately 10x10 ft. or more. 

Irrigation: The xeric nature of this garden would lend itself well to drip irrigation; however, in the absence of existing irrigation, manual flooding will be sufficient. 

Limited horticultural assistance will be provided upon request.