Illustrated instructions for constructing and planting seed disks in the Fast Plants deli-container growing system. This is a stable growing system that is easy to construct for all age learners, and works well for growing Wisconsin Fast Plants. Made from recycled deli-containers, these growing systems can be cleaned and reused for multiple years.

• More Info

This 2-page handout gives instructions for making the seed sponge model that was developed by the Wisconsin Fast Plants Program as a tool for learning about germination. Visualizing what is inside a seed and how those structures function during germination is modeled, using a simple kitchen sponge. For all ages of learners, watching a "seed sponge model" unfold as it absorbs water can be inspiring...

• More Info

This resource is a PowerPoint presentation produced to report the work of the Science Honors Research class of Central Catholic High School, Toledo, Ohio with regard to the CUE (Collaborative Ukrainian Experiment) Project.

• More Info

This resource contains a series of questions regarding care of the plants in space, such as: watering, nutrients, and light source.

• More Info

Written in 1998, this 4-page PDF was developed for teachers and students, planting and growing Wisconsin Fast Plants. Includes basic background information and materials lists, step-by-step planting instructions for a film-can growing system (illustrated) and tending tips. These materials were provided to Carolina Biological and are used as a guide for successfully growing Wisconsin Fas...

• More Info