Here’s a really fun wildflower seed bomb made inside of an eggshell! I love giving these away as gifts. Wildflower seed bombs are best planted in early spring or autumn. Make sure that you are using a glue that is non-toxic and biodegradable. If you’re up for it, a basic recipe using one part flour to one part water is a great homemade glue. And a friendly reminder to make and use seed bombs responsibly. Only add seeds for plants that are native to your area to avoid introducing invasive plants into your garden and neighborhood. Many pre-made wildflower seed mixes that can be purchased are likely to contain seeds that are not native to your location, so choose carefully!
Materials:
– native wildflower seeds
– eggshells
– organic potting soil/compost
– unbleached tissue paper
– diluted glue that is non-toxic and biodegradable
Instructions to make eggshell seed bombs
Step 1: How to prepare your eggshells
Use a spoon to gently crack open the tip of each egg. Use a chopstick or toothpick to break up the yolk then empty the egg into a clean jar so that it can be stored in the fridge and eaten. Wash the eggshell out with hot water and dry completely. Place your eggshells inside of an egg carton.
Step 2: How to fill your seed bombs
Use paper to create a funnel and fill the eggshell halfway with an organic potting soil and/or compost. Add a few teaspoons of native wildflower seeds. Fill the remainder of the egg with more soil. It isn’t necessary to fill the egg completely, but you want to make sure that you are adding a good amount of seeds.
Step 3: How to finish your seed bombs
Use a brush to add glue around the opening and seal the hole with a small piece of tissue paper. (optional) Decorate the outside of your eggs with pressed flowers.
How to use your wildflower seed bombs
Plant in early spring or during autumn. Simply toss them into hard to reach areas or crush the entire egg in your hand and add to your garden bed. Wait a few weeks after a good rainfall for them to sprout. If using them in your garden, watering them frequently for a few weeks will speed up the process.
@woodlarkblog native wildflower seed bombs made inside of eggshells 🌼🥚 These are best planted in early spring or autumn and are a great low waste option because the eggshells are biodegradable. Make sure that you are using a glue that is biodegradable as well. A really basic homemade glue can be made using equal parts flour and water. And a friendly reminder to make and use seed bombs responsibly– only add seeds for plants that are *native* to your area to avoid introducing invasive plants into your garden and neighborhood. Materials: eggshells, organic potting soil/compost, native wildflower seeds, unbleached tissue paper, diluted glue Instructions: Use a spoon to gently crack open the tip of each egg. Use a chopstick or toothpick to break up the yolk then empty contents into a clean jar (so they can be eaten) and wash the shell out with hot water. Let eggshells dry completely. Fill the eggshell halfway with an organic potting soil and/or compost, add a few teaspoons of wildflower seeds then fill the remainder of the egg with more soil. Use a brush to add glue around the opening and seal the hole with a small piece of tissue paper. (optional) Decorate your eggs with pressed flowers! To use: Toss in hard to reach areas or crush the entire egg in your hand and add to your garden bed. #DIY #seedbomb #wildflowerseedbomb #springgarden #eastercrafts #pressedflowers #lowwaste #cottagecore #foryou
@BikiniProJessica says
This is such a cute idea! Thank you 💖💖💖