Ready-to-Plant Vegetable Garden Mats by Amber’s Garden

Amber’s Garden Ready-to-Plant Vegetable Garden Mats Showcase Healthy Trend toward Foolproof Gardening at NHS Las Vegas 2010

SAN DIEGO, CA – April 29, 2010 – In 2004, there were 73.3 million children under the age of 18 in the United States. By the year 2030, that number is expected to grow to 85.7 million. Although the interest in the green industry and gardening is on the rise, fewer and fewer children (and adults) are getting their hands dirty in order to learn about the environment and food sources from personal experience. Americans across the demographics are looking for ways to shift this trend and are turning to trusted information sources and natural products, such as Amber’s Garden vegetable garden mats, ready-to-plant vegetable gardens that take the guesswork and fuss out of summer gardening.

Americans spend over $120 billion a year to increase their family’s awareness of healthy habits and a healthy planet. Amber’s Garden will showcase the hottest trend in healthy living at this year’s National Hardware Show with ready-to-plant vegetable garden kits – biodegradable mats pre-seeded with a variety of vegetables. Recommended by The National Gardening Association for the fastest and easiest way to start the summer garden, these quick, easy, foolproof kits are ideal for novice or elderly gardeners, parents who wish to connect with and educate their children, or as a gift for anyone seeking a healthier way of life.

Amber’s Garden ready-to-plant vegetable garden mats solve the problems that often deter new gardeners, or make gardening with children more labor and time intensive than is practical. Pre-seeded veggie mats take the guess work out of what to plant and how to plant it. No transplanting needed! Each mat comes with seeds already spaced, enveloped in a material called Raylene made of plant fiber and burlap that is 100% biodegradable and acts as a weed barrier for the first 8-10 weeks. Simply roll out mats in a sunny spot of amended garden soil (or cut mats into sections to fit perfectly in patio containers) cover as directed with top soil, and water according to directions. In as little as 3-5 days veggies begin to sprout, and harvesting begins in as little as 30 days – lasting all summer long!

Amber’s Garden offers seven varieties of vegetable kits – Asian, Herb, Salsa, Pumpkin, Salad, Rainbow Crop, and Summer Crop. Large mats measure 6’ x 14” and small mats measure 18” diameter. Amber’s Garden products are available in retail stores Murdoch’s Ranch Home Supply, Plow and Hearth, Teak, Wicker and More, Bricklewood or on-line at Target.com, gardeningforkids.com, and yardlover.com. The suggested retail prices ranges from $9.99 to $19.99.

“Children are natural gardeners. They're curious, like to learn by doing, and love to play in the dirt. My passion is really to create a simple and fun way for children to understand where their food comes from and how to eat healthy. This is important for all of us,” commented Connie Henderson, founder of Amber’s Garden.

For more information, visit Amber’s Garden at booth #11075 at The National Hardware Show in Las Vegas, May 4 - 6, 2010 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. To purchase products directly, visit www.ambersgarden.com and browse its interactive website that outlines garden activities, recipes and relevant information for parents.

About Amber’s Garden
Amber’s Garden was founded by Connie J. Henderson and inspired by her daughter, Amber, in an effort to increase awareness for children about the impact they have on the earth, and help them understand where their food comes from. Ready-to-plant vegetable garden mats were created to enhance the outdoor living experience with complete vegetable kits that take the guesswork and disappointment out of planting with seed packets. Educating kids about the importance of recycling, conservation and the reduction of waste creates an environment ripe for activities such as gardening, cooking and learning how to eat healthy. Pre-seeded veggie mats are a great lifestyle fit for busy families, novice or elderly gardeners, or those who have limited space. We want everyone to dig in the dirt!

For more information, visit www.ambersgarden.com, call (760)730-5026, or email connie@ambersgarden.com. For press inquiries, contact Gillian Christie at Christie Communications by phone at (805)969-3744, or email gillian@christiecomm.com.