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Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Gardening for People with Disabilities
or Those Who Are Getting Older
Stephen J. Swain, ATP
National AgrAbility Project/Indiana AgrAbility Project
Breaking New Ground Resource Center, Purdue University
Acknowledgments
Missouri AgrAbility Project
Gardens for Every Body
Breaking New Ground Resource Center
Breaking New Ground Outreach Program
BNG Clients
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Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Overview
• Pathways
• Raised Beds
• Equipment
• Case Study
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Pathways
• Firm, smooth, level
• At least 4 feet wide (similar to ramp)
• Not over a 8.33% grade (1:12 slope)
• Use contrasting colors and texture
• Well drained
• Possible seating along the way
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Pathways• Hard Pathway Surfaces
– Aggregate– Stone– Asphalt– Brick– Flagstone– Wood
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Pathways• Soft Pathway Surfaces
– Grass– Mulch– Compacted soil– Crushed limestone– Gravel
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Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Raised Beds
• Types of Raised Beds– Raised ground beds– Deep raised beds– Elevated beds– Terracing and retaining walls
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Raised Ground Beds
• Height – ½ to 1 foot
• Width (one side) – 2 feet
• Width (two sides) – 4 feet
• Diameter (circular) – 4 feet
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Raised Ground Beds
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Deep Raised Beds
• Height – 2 to 2 ½ feet
• Width (one side) – 2 feet
• Width (two sides) – 3 to 4 feet
• Diameter (circular) – 3 to 4 feet
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Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Deep Raised Beds
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Elevated Beds
• Height – 2 ½ to 3 feet• Width (one side) – 2 feet• Width (two sides) – 4 feet• Diameter (circular) – 4 feet
Elevated Beds
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Terracing and Retaining Walls
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Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Container Gardening
• Mobile• Flexible• Protected
Container Gardening
Types of Containers– Miniature gardens– Window Boxes– Planting bags– Hanging baskets– Containers
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Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Container Gardening
Other Considerations
•Visually Impaired•Contrast colors and textures•Wind chimes•Clear paths on pathway and overhead•Layout of garden – straight edges and right angles•Use Dibble boards
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Visual Impairment
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Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Warning Label
Warning
This vehicle is designed for slow speed and must not be used for free downhill riding on slopes or streets
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Case Study
• 45 year-old man with left arm amputation at the shoulder
• Two one-acre garden plots five miles apart• Wants to expand operation to increase
income to support family• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
assessment
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Case Study• Current equipment
– Pickup truck– Trailer to haul roto-tiller– Troy-Bilt roto-tiller– Hoes and shovels– Greenhouse yet to be built– Crates to transport produce
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Case Study
• He is using a hoe to make his raised beds – Ground tends to be very wet
• He has taped the controls on the roto-tiller to make it easier to operate
• Must use roto-tiller to level ground after harvest
• Difficult to use hoes and shovelsPurdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Case Study
• What equipment would you recommend?
• What procedures would you change?
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Equipment Recommended• Hilling attachment for Troy-Bilt roto-tiller
• A heavy duty utility vehicle
• A reversible disc harrow
• A hoist to go in the back of the utility vehicle
• A precision garden seeder
• A power planterPurdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Equipment Recomended
• Add-on Fist Grip handles and arm supports for hoes and shovels
• Short-handled Fist Grip hand tools
• Garden seat
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.
Results• Add-on Fist Grip handle and arm
supports did not hold up under his use
• The hilling attachment for the Troy-Bilt roto-tiller did not make a high enough hill. Looking for a one bottom plow to pull behind Bobcat utility vehicle
• Production has increased but not yet where he wants to be
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Questions?
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