Seed Bombs

Ever wish you could just throw nature at something? Maybe toss a handful of seeds like a flower grenade? Try seed bombs!

Okay maybe they won’t literally explode into bloom like a wacky weapon in a video game, but they are a fun and convenient way to add some natural color to an area.

A seed bomb is essentially a bunch of seeds, packed together in a compact ball of easily biodegradable material. They couldn’t be simpler to make.

1. Chop up a bunch of paper
2. Mix it with water to a gooey consistency, a little soggier than your standard cookie dough
   1. Maybe add in some food coloring or tempera paint powder
3. Stir in your choice of seeds
4. Squeeze the seed goo into a ball and put it on a tray
5. Wait for your seed bombs to dry
6. Toss seed bombs at patches of grass that could use some sprucing up
   1. (like maybe over the fence of that boring office building)

The production of this particular batch of bombs was organized by Diyode member Heather. Inspired by a simple Instagram post, Heather put out the call to other Diyode members to meet up at the space. By the time I stopped by on their second day of bomb production, they were on track to make around 400 of the things. 

Once the bombs were ready, they were packed three to a bag. These bags will then be sold for $5 a piece at local shops around the area, including the Guelph and Fergus Restore, The Hive, the Lost Aviator Cafe, and the Wheel Works. See, these bombs are a good deed two for one. Not only will the seeds themselves spread pollinating wild flowers, all money made from the seed bombs goes to the local non-profit The Seed. If you’re unfamiliar, like I was before Heather was kind enough to fill me in, the Seed is all about providing free or low cost grocery options to those in need, and developing a more community based approach to food and groceries.

(Diyode members Heather, Laura, and Russell)

So consider picking some up if you see them around town. Or make a go at squeezing together some of your own. Or come hang out with some friendly folks at Diyode the next time they’re making a batch. I had a good time, and all I did was put stickers on bags.

Until next time.