Direct mail within the EU
Want to send your seed paper cards directly to recipients somewhere in the EU?
We can take care of the full mailing process for you: printing, envelopes, inserting, and shipping via PostNL.
- Choose your seed paper, envelope, and options below.
- Add the names and addresses to this Excel file
- Upload your design and address file, or send them to info@growingpaper.nl with your order number.
- We print, pack, and hand everything over to PostNL.
Your message arrives as mail and can later grow into flowers, herbs, or greenery.
Minimum order: 100 items. Prices exclude VAT.
Sending to the Netherlands? View our NL direct mailing product.
Quantity:
120 g / m²
Manufacturer: Specialized seed paper company from the Netherlands
Origin: Netherlands
Production method: Machine-made
Material: 100% recycled paper
Seed options: Flower mix, Bio flowermix, Carrot, Phacelia, Herbmix
Appearance: Visible seeds, slightly translucent
Texture: Feels like lightweight letter paper
120 g / m²
200 g / m²
Origin: India
Production method: Handcrafted
Material: 100% cotton waste
Seed options: Summer flower mix
Appearance: Clearly visible seeds, opaque
Texture: Feels like thin, flexible cardboard
200 g / m²
250 g / m²
Growingcard is handcrafted seed paper by a social enterprise in South Africa. They empower makers and support local communities.
- 100% recycled paper.
- 100% biodegradable.
- Feels like a greeting card.
- Natural appearance.
- Clearly visible seeds.
Mostly used for: business communications and marketing, birth announcements, wedding invitations and greeting cards.
250 g / m²
Flower mix
Seed Mix:
- Snapdragon
- Flossflower
- Baby’s Breath
- Feverfew ‘Goldball’
- Sea Lavender
- Summer Azalea
- Petunia
- Candytuft
- Ice Plant
Info:
- 4 of 9 varieties are bee-friendly
- 100% seed traceability
- More info about the seeds
Sowing Guide:
- Outdoors: March – May
- Indoors: Year-round
- Germination: 4–5 days
- Blooms: ~6 weeks after germination
- Annual plants
Flower mix
BIO flowermix
Seed Mix:
- Common buttercup
- Hairy buttercup
- Nigella
- Poppy
- Scentless mayweed
- Common mallow
- Musk mallow
Info:
- All seeds are bee-friendly
- All seeds are from Europe
- More info about the seeds
Sowing Guide:
- Outdoors: March – May
- Indoors: Year-round
- Germination: 7-14 days
- Blooms: ~8 weeks after germination
- Mix of annual, biennial, and perennial flowers
BIO flowermix
Summer flower mix
Content
- Baby’s breath
- Sweet alyssum
- Poppy
Info:
- All 3 seeds are bee food
- Most difficult paper to print because of the paper not always sitting straight.
- More info about the seeds.
Growth and flowering info:
- Sowing time in the garden: May/June – August
- Indoor sowing time: any time
- Keep the paper wet for the first 5 days
- 100% guaranteed germination
Summer flower mix
Flower mix
Seed Mix:
Snapdragons, Godetia, Baby’s Breath, Livingstone Daisy, Virginia Stock, Poppy, Sweet Alyssum, China Pink
Key Info:
- 4 of 9 varieties are bee-friendly
- Printing can be tricky as the paper may not sit perfectly straight
- More details about the seeds, growth, and flowering
Sowing Guide:
- Outdoors: March – May
- Indoors: Year-round
- Keep paper moist for the first 5 days
- Germination: 5–6 days
- Blooms: ~6 weeks after germination
- Blooms for one season
Flower mix
Phacelia
Info:
- 100% bee friendly
- When the plant gets enough moisture, the flower makes lots of nectar.
- From the nectar bees make honey and the pollen is food for the larvae.
- Bumblebees and butterflies also feast on the nectar.
- More information about the seed
Growth and flowering info:
- Sowing time in the garden: March-August
- Indoor sowing time: any time
- Keep the paper wet for the first 5 days
- Position: full sun
- Soil: slightly nutrient-rich soil, moderately damp but preferably not too dry.
- Germination after 6 or 7 days
- Fast grower
- Flowering after about 6 weeks in the flowering season (May to September)
Phacelia
Carrot
Info:
- The carrot is a very popular cultivated plant.
- Horses and small animals also like to nibble on this vegetable.
- Fun fact: the carrot is actually the root of this plant and the actual flower and thus the seeds, grow above the ground.
- More information about the seed
Growth and flowering info
- Sowing time in the garden: March-July
- Sowing time indoors: we do not recommend this, as the carrot grows downwards so there may not be enough space in a pot.
- Make sure to keep the paper wet for the first 5 days
- Germination after 6 days
- Transplant in full soil (so not in a flat container) then the plants will grow into nice little carrots.
Carrot
Forget-me-not
Note: Forget-me-nots combined with our 250gsm paper is more challenging than our other papers. These seeds need a lot of attention. The seeds must be kept well-watered every day and have good growing conditions. Even with all this attention, it can sometimes take two weeks for the seeds to germinate. So keep this in mind.
Info:
- It is a native plant with beautiful blue flowers.
- Ideal as a bedding plant or in a window box.
- By the way, forget-me-nots can also be eaten and are often used in spring cooking.
- More information about the seed
Growth and flowering info:
- Sowing time in the garden: June-September
- Indoor sowing time: from April, after which they should be put outside in mid-May.
- Keep the paper wet for the first 5 days
- Germinate after two weeks (seeds should be kept well wet and have good growing conditions)
- Forget-me-nots usually do not flower in the first year, but in the 2nd year between April and September.
- Biennial plants, only flower in the second year.
Forget-me-not
Herb mix
Content
- Basil
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Perfect for a homemade pizza!
Info:
- More information about the seed
Growth and flowering info:
- Sowing time in the garden: from mid-May
- Indoor sowing time: in early spring
- Position: sunny
- Soil: vegetable garden soil, keep moderately moist and allow water to drain away well
- Keep the paper wet for the first 5 days in particular
Herb mix
Poppy
Info:
Growth and flowering info:
- Sowing time in the garden: between March and May
- Indoor sowing time: from the end of March, the plants should go outside around mid-May.
- Keep the paper moist for the first five days
Poppy
100% Bio
A3
- Portrait measurements: W: 297 mm, H: 420 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 420 mm, H: 297 mm.
- Ideal for large posters, presentations, and promotional signage
A3
297 x 420 mm
A4
- Portrait measurements: W: 210 mm, H: 297 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 297 mm, H: 210 mm.
- Perfect for brochures, event programs, or menus
- Note for folded cards: Folded cards are printed flat first. Please select the unfolded print size. For example, for an A4 folded card, select an A3 print format.
A4
210 x 297 mm
A5
- Portrait measurements: W: 148 mm, H: 210 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 210 mm, H: 148 mm.
- Great for flyers, invitations, and small brochures
- Note for folded cards: Folded cards are printed flat first. Please select the unfolded print size. For example, for an A5 folded card, select an A4 print format.
A5
148 x 210 mm
A6
- Portrait measurements: W: 105 mm, H: 148 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 148 mm, H: 105 mm.
- Perfect for postcards, flyers, and small promotional materials
- Note for folded cards: Folded cards are printed flat first. Please select the unfolded print size. For example, for an A6 folded card, select an A5 print format.
A6
105 x 148 mm
A7
- Portrait measurements: W: 74.25 mm, H: 105 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 105 mm, H: 74.2 mm.
- Perfect for small tags, coupons, or business cards
- Note for folded cards: Folded cards are printed flat first. Please select the unfolded print size. For example, for an A7 folded card, select an A6 print format.
A7
74,25 x 105 mm
Business Card
- Portrait measurements: W: 54 mm, H: 84 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 84 mm, H: 54 mm.
Business Card
54 x 84 mm
Flyer S
- Portrait measurements: W: 70 mm, H: 148.5 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 148.5 mm, H: 70 mm.
- Great for mini flyers, bookmarks, or small handouts
Flyer S
70 x 148,5 mm
Flyer M
- Portrait measurements: W: 99 mm, H: 210 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 210 mm, H: 99 mm.
- Ideal for medium-sized flyers, invitations, and promotions
Flyer M
99 x 210 mm
Flyer L
- Portrait measurements: W: 70 mm, H: 297 mm.
- Landscape measurements: W: 297 mm, H: 70 mm.
- Perfect for tall flyers or unique event programs
Flyer L
70 x 297 mm
Large Square
- W: 130 mm, H: 130 mm
- Ideal for square invitations, promotional cards, or greeting cards
Large Square
130 x 130 mm
Small Square
- W: 99 mm, H: 99 mm
- Perfect for small square cards or mini flyers
Small Square
99 x 99 mm
Circle
- Ø: 90 mm
- Great for unique promotional stickers, labels, and tags
Circle
Ø 90 mm
Heart
- W: 90 mm, H: 80 mm
- Perfect for special occasion cards, tags, or promotional materials
Heart
90 x 80 mm
Christmas Tree
- W: 105 mm, H: 145 mm
- Ideal for holiday-themed cards, tags, and invitations
Christmas Tree
105 x 145 mm
Single-Sided
Full-color print on one side – the other side remains blank.
Single-Sided
(4/0)
Double-Sided
Full-color print on both front and back – ideal for fully customized designs.
Double-Sided
(4/4)
No proof print
No print proof – quickest and eco-friendliest option
- Free print file advice if needed
- Print file check
- No QR code scanability test
- No upfront print of your design file
- Your full order quantity goes directly into production
- No file changes possible after order is placed
Price: 0,00 €
No proof print
0 €
Digital proof print
Photo preview before production
- Free print file advice if needed
- Print file check
- QR code scanability test
- Receive a photo of your printed product by email
- One file change included after receiving your proof print. This includes one additional proof print; further proof prints are charged at €10 each.
- Full order quantity goes into production after you approve the proof print – production and delivery time start only after approval.
Price: 8,95 €
Digital proof print
8.95 €
Proof print per post
Touch, see, and approve before production
- Free print file advice if needed
- Print file check
- QR code scanability test
- Receive a printed proof on seed paper, sent by post with Track & Trace in a sturdy envelope
- One file change included after receiving your proof print. This includes one additional proof print; further proof prints are charged at €10 each.
- Full order quantity goes into production after you approve the proof print – production and delivery time start only after approval.
Price: 17,50 €
Proof print per post
17.50 €
Optional
Want to order the same product with different designs? Select the number of variants. Front and back together count as 1 variant. Order the total quantity and specify the quantity per variant in the order notes.
1 variant
Would you like to order the same product with different designs? Then select the number of variants.
A front and back together count as 1 variant.
1 variant is standard, no extra cost
1 variant
2 variants
Would you like to order the same product with different designs? Then select the number of variants.
A front and back together count as 1 variant.
Order the total quantity and let us know in the order notes how many pieces you need of each variant.
Example 1 – Equal amounts: 100 pieces of variant A and 100 pieces of variant B. Order 200 pieces with 2 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Example 2 – Different amounts: 100 pieces of variant A and 200 pieces of variant B. Order 300 pieces, with 2 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Price: €20
2 variants
3 variants
Would you like to order the same product with different designs? Then select the number of variants.
A front and back together count as 1 variant.
Order the total quantity and let us know in the order notes how many pieces you need of each variant.
Example 1 – Equal amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 100 pieces of variant B, and 100 pieces of variant C. Order 300 pieces with 3 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Example 2 – Different amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 100 pieces of variant B, and 200 pieces of variant C. Order 400 pieces, with 3 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Price: €40
3 variants
4 variants
Would you like to order the same product with different designs? Then select the number of variants.
A front and back together count as 1 variant.
Order the total quantity and let us know in the order notes how many pieces you need of each variant.
Example 1 – Equal amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 100 pieces of variant B, 100 pieces of variant C, and 100 pieces of variant D. Order 400 pieces with 4 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Example 2 – Different amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 200 pieces of variant B, 100 pieces of variant C, and 200 pieces of variant D. Order 600 pieces, with 4 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Price: €60
4 variants
5 variants
Would you like to order the same product with different designs? Then select the number of variants.
A front and back together count as 1 variant.
Order the total quantity and let us know in the order notes how many pieces you need of each variant.
Example 1 – Equal amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 100 pieces of variant B, 100 pieces of variant C, 100 pieces of variant D, and 100 pieces of variant E. Order 500 pieces with 5 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Example 2 – Different amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 200 pieces of variant B, 100 pieces of variant C, 200 pieces of variant D, and 50 pieces of variant E. Order 650 pieces, with 5 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Price: €80
5 variants
More than 5 variants
Would you like to order the same product with different designs? Then select the number of variants.
A front and back together count as 1 variant.
Order the total quantity and let us know in the order notes how many pieces you need of each variant.
Example 1 – Equal amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 100 pieces of variant B, 100 pieces of variant C, 100 pieces of variant D, 100 pieces of variant E, and 100 pieces of variant F. Order 600 pieces with 6 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
Example 2 – Different amounts: 100 pieces of variant A, 200 pieces of variant B, 100 pieces of variant C, 200 pieces of variant D, 50 pieces of variant E, and 50 pieces of variant F. Order 700 pieces, with 6 variants. Let us know the quantities in the order notes.
We charge a processing fee of €20 per design. Your first design is free of charge. Your invoice will be adjusted afterwards depending on the number of uploaded designs.
More than 5 variants
No personalization
Names
Names
Personalized name tags are perfect for events, conferences, and celebrations, adding a personal touch and making communication easier for guests and participants. Name place cards are a stylish addition to weddings, corporate events, or private gatherings, enhancing the overall experience.
Names
Discount codes
Discount Codes
Personalised discount codes are a powerful way to engage customers, offering a unique and tailored shopping experience that encourages loyalty and repeat purchases.
Discount codes
No holes
Hole 1x
- Round Hole Punching
- Ø 5 mm
- The hole (top edge of the hole) is placed at least 5 mm from the cutting line (the edge of your format).
Where should the hole be placed?
Feel free to mark the desired hole position directly in your design. Please ensure the marking is very subtle (e.g., a light gray “x”).
You can also specify the exact hole placement during checkout in the “Notes” section!
Hole 1x
Ø 5 mm
Hole 2x
- 2 holes
- Round holes
- Ø 5 mm
- Any placement possible! Please mark in the design.
Regulations for placement:
- The hole (upper edge of the hole) must be placed at least 5 mm away from the cutting line (edge of your format).
- Mark on your design where the holes should be placed (example: one x in light gray).
Hole 2x
Ø 5 mm
No folding
Fold 1x
Fold 2x
Fold 3x
No round corners
Rounded Corners
- soft corners
- 8 mm
Rounded Corners
8 mm
C6 Kraft Brown
- Size: 114 x 162 mm.
- Suitable for an A6 card.
- Colour: Brown
- Our Kraft envelopes are 100% recycled (FSC certified).
- Gummed pointed flap on the long side.
C6 Kraft Brown
€0,21
C5 Kraft Brown
- Size: 162 x 229 mm.
- Suitable for an A5 card or a folded A4 card.
- Colour: Brown
- Our Kraft envelopes are 100% recycled (FSC certified).
- Gummed pointed flap on the long side.
C5 Kraft Brown
€0,29
C6 Kraft Green
- Size: 114 x 162 mm.
- Suitable for an A6 card.
- Colour: Green
- Our Kraft envelopes are 100% recycled (FSC certified).
- Gummed pointed flap on the long side.
C6 Kraft Green
€0,29
C6 Seed paper
- Format: 114 x 162 mm.
- Fits an A6 card.
- 100% recycled paper with field flower seeds: antirrhinum, godetia, gypsophyla, dorotheanthus, petunia, poppys, alyssum and foxglove
- Best time to plant between the end of April and May.
C6 Seed paper
€0,89
EA5 Seed paper
- Format: 156 x 220 mm.
- Fits an A5 card.
- 100% recycled paper with field flower seeds: antirrhinum, godetia, gypsophyla, dorotheanthus, petunia, poppys, alyssum and foxglove
- Best time to plant between the end of April and May.
EA5 Seed paper
€1,29
C6 PaperWise
- Format: 114 x 162 mm.
- Fits an A6 card.
- Color: beige
- PaperWise paper made from agricultural waste such as leaves and stems left over from the harvest.
- Gummed tip flap on the long side.
C6 PaperWise
€0,39
EA5/6 PaperWise
- Format: 110 x 220 mm.
- Fits a two times folded A4 or flyer M.
- Color: beige
- PaperWise paper made from agricultural waste such as leaves and stems left over from the harvest.
- Gummed tip flap on the long side.
EA5/6 PaperWise
€0,49
C6 Bio Top
- Size: 114 x 162 mm.
- Fits an A6 size card.
- Color: natural white.
- Produced without the use of optical brighteners.
- 100% chlorine-free process (PCF).
- Our supplier is ISO 14001 certified for environmental management.
C6 Bio Top
€0,21
C5 Bio Top
- Size: 162 x 229 mm.
- Color: natural white.
- Produced without the use of optical brighteners.
- 100% chlorine-free process (PCF).
- Our supplier is ISO 14001 certified for environmental management.
C5 Bio Top
€0,29
No envelopes
Direct mail
We’ll send your seed paper cards directly to the recipient. We print and ship the cards with envelopes.
Product costs:
- €60 set-up fee.
- €1.65 per item for envelope printing, inserting, sealing and postage.
- Prices are exclusive VAT.
- Delivery time: up to 8 working days. Please contact us if delivery is required sooner than 8 working days; there are usually options available.
Direct mail
Porto costs + handling
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Questions or need to align details?
Our team is available Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. By email, phone or chat.
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We recently ordered our wedding invitations here and are absolutely thrilled, from start to finish! 🌿💌
We received a fantastic proof beforehand, both by email and by post, which made choosing Growing Paper much easier. Delivery was fast and completely reliable.
The invitations themselves turned out beautifully: sustainable, high-quality, crystal clear, and simply very special.
What truly impressed us, however, was the excellent customer service. Every question was answered helpfully, politely, and incredibly quickly, with a level of dedication and involvement you rarely see these days.
A truly perfect experience. We wholeheartedly recommend Growing Paper! 💚Joyce
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Looking for sustainable direct mail in the EU? With our plantable seed paper cards, your message arrives by post and can later grow into flowers, herbs, or greenery. We take care of the printing, envelopes, and mailing via PostNL, so you can send a memorable and eco-friendly campaign with ease.
1. Choose your quantity – Select how many pieces you want to order.
💡 Tip: Higher quantities often mean lower price per piece!
2. Select required options – Choose all mandatory product options:
- Paper grammature
- Type of seeds
- Shape or format
- Printing option
- # of variants
- Proof print
3. Add optional features (if needed) – Enhance your product with optional extras such as:
- Personalization
- Holes
- Folding
- Edges
4. Check the bulk pricing – Take a look at the price list — sometimes ordering just a few more prints gives you a better deal.
5. Add to cart – Once everything is set, click “Add to cart” and go to your cart overview OR click “Request a quote” and get a quotation for your selected seed paper product in PDF form.
6. Upload your design – In the checkout area, upload your design file directly. 📁 Preferred formats: PDF, JPG, PNG (300 dpi)
7. Complete your order – Fill in your billing and shipping details and place your order.
We’ll take care of the rest!
