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What are plantable Christmas cards?
Plantable Christmas cards are made from seed paper and make an eco-friendly alternative to traditional corporate Christmas cards. Each card is embedded with wildflower seeds. Once Christmas is over, the seed paper card can be ripped up, popped in some soil, and will begin to grow in just a couple of weeks.
What is seed paper card?
Wildflower Seed Paper Cards use a biodegradable eco-paper that is made with post-consumer materials (no trees harmed for this paper!) and embedded with seeds. When the paper is planted in a pot of soil, the seeds grow and the paper composts away. All that is left behind is flowers, herbs or vegetables, and no waste.
What are plantable cards?
Plantable cards (also known as seed cards) send the message that your business is environmentally savvy, because when the seed cards are planted, they grow wildflowers. Plus, these cards that grow are made with post-consumer waste. Choose from the available seed card sizes.
How do you attach card to seed paper?
Thread a needle with thick cotton floss and start stitching all the seed paper pieces to the printed card. Work cross stitches to hold the bigger seed paper pieces and pass the needle through the pre-punched holes. Tie knots at the backside of the cards to secure.
Do seed cards work?
Does it really work? Absolutely! Plant it in the same way you plant seeds – the paper will turn into sludge and decompose, and the seeds will grow into plants! The equation is really simple: More seed paper – less paper waste, and more flowers/vegetables for the environment.
How do you make a plantable seed card?
How to Make Plantable Seed Paper
- Step 1: Gather Paper, Tear, Put into Blender. You will first need to gather together a large pile of recyclable paper.
- Step 2: Pour in Warm Water, Blend into a Smooth Pulp.
- Step 3: Stir in Seed, Strain.
- Step 4: Spread Pulp, Flatten, Dry.
Does seeded paper work?
How long does it take for seed paper to sprout?
7-10 days
If you plant your seed paper according to the instructions, you should see sprouts within 7-10 days! The plants will grow and mature at different rates depending on the surrounding conditions but typically you will see wildflowers blooming with 8-12 weeks.
How long will seed paper last?
within 2 years
What is the shelf life of seed paper? For best germination results, seed paper should be planted within 2 years. It will still grow beyond that, but the germination rates will decline after that period. Store in a cool, dry place, to preserve the germination rates as long as possible.
How long do seed cards last?
The cards will last for up to 3 years providing they are not allowed to get damp.
Does seeded paper actually work?
How long does seed paper take to germinate?
How long does seed paper take to grow? If you plant your seed paper according to the instructions, you should see sprouts within 7-10 days! The plants will grow and mature at different rates depending on the surrounding conditions but typically you will see wildflowers blooming with 8-12 weeks.
Can you print on seeded paper?
Printing on Seed Paper. Yes. Botanical PaperWorks seed paper sheets contain seeds that have been selected because they are easy to grow and smaller in size so the paper is smooth and more suitable for print. However, there are some important things to note such as avoiding laser printers which kills the seeds.
Can you print on seed paper at home?
Seeded Paper Printing. Seeded paper is a new creative way to have your wedding, corporate invitations or other items printed. Once used they can then be upcycled by planting and watching it grow afterwards. We can print or die cut our Seeded Paper so the possibilities are endless.
How do I make printable seed paper?
What to do:
- Soak the paper pieces in the bowl of water overnight.
- Put the soaked paper into the blender, then fill the blender halfway with fresh water.
- Blend until the mixture is soupy.
- Add food coloring, if desired, and blend some more.