Red Clay Powder for Seed Balls and Seed Bombs (1000g)

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These are standards in the ceramics industry – high fire, low fire, and porcelain clay bodies are all fine. My balls from this last batch started showing seedlings only two days after they were made and they weren’t even totally dried out yet… I must have bought some very eager seeds! Native seeds are most likely to thrive in your home environment and will provide habitat and sustenance for local fauna. Throw onto soil or compost in a garden bed or planter in Spring or Autumn, leaving at least 10cm between each ball. Anyone who has a thing for flowers, plants, or herbs—or the butterflies, birds, and bees that gravitate toward them—will appreciate this fun and easy garden-enhancing project.

I’m using CA poppy seeds which are native for us (we live in southern CA) Materials: non-toxic air dry clay, native wildflower seeds (I’m using CA poppy seeds), organic potting soil/compost, pressed flowers (optional) Instructions: Roll a small amount of clay into a ball and roll it out flat.Update, May 18, 2023 : This story has been updated to emphasize that readers should not plant seed bombs in spaces they’re not authorized to access. This easy bee garden activity is a lot of fun and yet another simple way you can help save the bees. When used for permaculture this is great, but what about a caveat where you advise viewers that it’s ILLEGAL to dump seed bombs on private property.

Pour in your seeds in a ratio of 3:1 in relation to the clay mix and combine with your hands or a mixing spoon. These hardy wildflowers will attract bees and butterflies, and turn neglected areas into mini nature havens.I don’t actually know how long they will keep for when storing at this point as I have made mine with the intention of gifting them and using them right away! I see that this is an old post, but seems people surfing might run into it and find the information helpful.