Create eco-friendly seed bombs using recycled paper! These little balls of nature can be tossed into your garden or a vacant lot to help wildflowers grow and support local bees.

Tools

• blender
• mixing bowl
• strainer or colander
• towel

Materials

• scrap paper or newspaper (4 cups, torn into small pieces)
• warm water (8 cups)
• wildflower seed mix (1/4 cup)
• potting soil (1/2 cup)

Safety

• Adult supervision required when using the blender.
• Wash hands thoroughly after handling soil and seeds.
• Be careful with warm water to avoid burns.

Steps

1. Tear the scrap paper into tiny pieces (about 1 inch squares) and place them into the blender.
2. Add 8 cups of warm water to the blender and blend on high until the paper becomes a thick, mushy pulp.
3. Pour the paper pulp into a strainer or colander and squeeze out the excess water using a towel until the pulp feels like damp clay.
4. Place the damp paper pulp into a mixing bowl.
5. Stir in 1/2 cup of potting soil and 1/4 cup of wildflower seeds, mixing them thoroughly with your hands until the seeds are evenly distributed.
6. Scoop out a small amount of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball about the size of a golf ball.
7. Place the seed bombs on a tray or towel and let them dry completely (usually 24 to 48 hours).
8. Once dry, toss your seed bombs into a garden area or a patch of soil and water them well to start the growing process!