DIY seed bombs in anticipation of biodiversity day: how they are made in a few steps and where to place them.
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himDIY seed bombs in anticipation of biodiversity day: how they are made in a few steps and where to place them
May 22 is World Biodiversity Day, proclaimed in 2000 by the United Nations General Assembly to celebrate the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity. And what better time spring is the best time to throw seed bombs?
They can help attract bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. Making them is child's play and an exciting activity for children as well.
For the uninitiated, the Seed bombs are part of the “guerrilla gardening”, born with the aim of spreading greenery in the city by sowing green bombs. An excellent practice, even in view of the day of the butterflies!
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How to make DIY seed bombs
First of all, the ideal is use local seeds to avoid disturbing the ecological balance with plants unsuitable for the territory. Better also give preference to seeds of plants that are not very demanding to treat e varieties that attract bees, bumblebees and butterflies.
Then you need to get:
- topsoil;
- clay powder;
- water.
The earth is sifted, mixed with the seeds and clay dust. Proceed by adding a few drops of water, mixing the mixture well.
At this point, balls are formed and left to dry for at least 3 days.
Once ready, Seed Bombs can be stored for up to 2 years, but the more time passes, the more the germination capacity decreases.
Which plants are suitable
Some plants are more suitable than others for the practice of Seed Bombs, here is a list:
- Poppy;
- Sunflower;
- Wild carrot;
- Lavender;
- Chamomile;
- Campanula;
- Nasturzio;
- Cornflower;
- Calendula;
- Wild flower blends.
Where to place the seed bombs
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Seed bombs can be placed anywhere, ideal for roadsides, abandoned corners that will blossom as if by magic, but also for your own garden.
Read also:
- How to make seed bombs to save butterflies (VIDEO)
- Guerrilla Gardening: here is GreenAid, the distributor of "seed bombs"
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