Garden Seed Bombs: A Spring Craft for Little Hands
Seed bombs are a craft that actually does something once it's done. Kids blend paper and water into pulp, roll it into balls, coat the balls in wildflower seeds, and plant them. A few weeks later, flowers come up. You get science, practical life and art out of one soggy paper ball.
What You'll Need
Colored construction paper, wildflower seeds, a cup of water, and a blender or food processor.
Optional: a paper plate to hold the seeds for rolling.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Tear the construction paper into small pieces and put them in the blender or food processor.
Add a cup of water. Blend for a few minutes until it turns into a smooth pulp. Add a little more water if it gets stuck.
Spread wildflower seeds out on a paper plate.
Scoop up some pulp and roll it into a ball between your hands.
Roll the ball in the seeds so they stick to the outside.
Keep going until the pulp is used up.
Plant the seed bombs in a garden outside and water them. Flowers should come up in a few weeks.
Classroom Tips
This works well in a small group. One child runs the blender with an adult while the others take turns rolling balls and coating them in seeds. Young children really like the feel of the wet pulp.
Use a few different colors of construction paper. The color shows up in the dried seed bomb, so each child can tell which ones they made.
If you have a garden bed or planter box near your classroom, plant them together and check on them over the next few weeks. That turns the craft into an ongoing science observation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which wildflower seeds should I use?
Any wildflower seed mix from a garden center will work. Pick a mix that suits your region and climate.
Do the seed bombs have to dry before you plant them?
No. You can plant them while they're still damp or let them dry for a day or two first. Both work, and planting them damp can help the seeds get started.
Is it safe for kids to use the blender?
An adult should run the blender. Kids can tear the paper and drop it in, then step back while it runs. The rolling and seed coating are all theirs.