In the book "Seedfolks" by Paul Fleischman, Wendell planted lima beans in a vacant lot in Cleveland. He was inspired to start a garden after witnessing a young girl, Kim, planting seeds in the same lot. Wendell's dedication to tending the garden and fostering a sense of community among the diverse group of neighbors is a central theme in the novel.
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Main Characters:Kim (Lima Beans)AnaWendellGonzalo (Planted with Tio Juan)Leona (Goldenrod)Sam (Pumpkins with Puerto Rican kid)Virgil (Lettuce with father)Sae Young (Hot peppers)Curtis (Tomatoes for Lateesha)Nora (Planted with Mr. Myles)Maricela (Raddish & Swiss Chard)Amir (Eggplant)FlorenceMinor Characters:RoyceTio JuanLateeshaVirgil's Dad
Leona plants goldenrod, a type of herb. She plants it because her Granny swore it cured every disease and used to make her Goldenrod tea. In honor of her Granny she planted the Goldenrod.
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In the book "Seedfolks" by Paul Fleischman, Wendell is described as being of African American descent.
In the book "Seedfolks," Wendell contributed by building a fence around the garden to keep out animals and people who might harm the plants. He also shared his gardening knowledge with the other community members, helping them plant and care for their crops. Wendell's expertise and hard work were essential in making the garden a success.
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she didn't pick a plant
They plant sweet peppers
She didn't plant anything. Or at least that is what I read.
she didnt plant anything. she is just a watcher
Its actually a he and him and his father plant lettuce.
He planted poppies, snap dragons, and hollyhocks.
virgil and his father plant lettuce!
In the book "Seedfolks" by Paul Fleischman, the characters who planted in the empty lot were a diverse group of people from the community. Each character had their own personal reasons for planting and nurturing the garden, creating a sense of unity and transformation in their neighborhood.