8(B)(5)(D)(1). Design and plant a garden at least 10 by 10 feet

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A garden or landscape, designed as well as planted.

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Plant Science Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 8(B)(5)(D)(1)