How to plant seed paper
Did you receive a seed paper card? If so, now it’s really getting fun! With this step-by-step plan, a green thumb, and a little help from nature, you’ll get your seed paper to bloom. Let’s grow!
Step 1
Moisten the paper until it is thoroughly wet
Get the seed paper really wet! And yes, we mean really wet! It should be wet enough to dissolve and allow the seeds to germinate. Now put the wet paper in a place of your choice. This can be in the garden, in a pot on the balcony or in your flat. We recommend using seedling soil or potting soil. If you want to plant your seed paper in the garden, it is best to do this between mid-May and October. You can, of course, plant it indoors all year round.
Step 2
Cover your seed paper with a thin layer of soil
Now pour about 1 to 1.5 cm (little less than half an inch) of soil onto your seed paper. It is important that there is not too much soil on the paper so that the seeds have enough nutrients, protection, and sunlight to germinate. If the paper is covered with too thick a layer of soil, the seeds will germinate slower or not at all.
Step 3
Water, water and more water
In the beginning, water your seed paper every day. This will keep the paper nice and moist. The best way to do this is with a spray bottle, which distributes the water evenly. If you water with a watering can or a cup, only some of the seeds may get enough water to germinate.
Step 4
Sun, warmth and love
Your new plant feels best at home in a bright and warm place. But be careful about too much direct sunlight. Too much sun can dry out the paper, preventing the seeds from germinating. Then it’s a matter of waiting! After a week, you should see the first plants. But now it’s not quite ready yet. Once the first stems emerge from the ground, you should continue to water and keep an eye on the new plants. You don’t have to water every day, but always in such a way that the plants are thoroughly wet.
Planting instructions for 150 grams paper with flower seeds
How to plant your seed paper with flower seeds
This special paper is made from recycled cotton and contains summer flower seeds. These flowers are chosen because they are good for bees and butterflies – they provide food and stay small. So you only need a small garden space or balcony.
Once the seeds sprout, you’ll have a colourful little garden that attracts bees, butterflies and bumblebees.
You can choose: start growing indoors, or plant directly outside.
Option 1: Start indoors (April / May)
- Use a pot with potting soil and place the seed paper on top.
- Wet the paper well and cover it with a thin layer of soil (about 1 cm).
- Put the pot in a sunny and warm place, like a windowsill. Above a heater is perfect.
- You can cover the pot with a glass jar or clear lid to keep it warm and moist.
Keep the paper moist, especially during the first 1–2 weeks. If the paper dries out, the seeds won’t grow.
You can see if it’s moist enough by checking for condensation on the inside of the glass or lid.
After about 2 weeks, the first green sprouts will appear. Let them grow in the pot or move them outside after May 15 (after the last frost).
Keep watering regularly when the weather is dry.
Option 2: Plant outside directly (June / July)
- Choose a sunny spot in your garden.
- Place the seed paper on loosened soil, wet it well and cover with a thin layer of soil.
- Water regularly during dry weather and keep the soil moist, especially during the first few weeks.
With enough sun and warmth, you’ll see the first sprouts in about 2 weeks.
Tip
Don’t let the paper dry out in the first few weeks – water is the key to success.
Enjoy planting and watching your flowers grow!
