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Friday, 13 June 2025

Scotch Egg Seeds

Turn each little cup into a mini pot for growing herbs or flowers. Kids love watching tiny seeds sprout, and you’ll be keeping plastic out of the trash!

  1. Clean & Label

    • Rinse the carton well and let it dry.

    • Use a bit of colorful washi tape or a washable marker to write what you’ll plant in each cup (e.g., “Basil,” “Marigold,” “Mint”).

  2. Add Soil

    • Fill each cup about ¾ full with potting soil.

    • Leave a little space at the top so seeds have room to grow.

  3. Plant Seeds

    • Pop 2–3 seeds into each cup, then gently cover with a thin layer of soil.

    • Give them a light sprinkle of water (just enough to moisten the soil).

  4. Find a Sunny Spot

    • Place your carton on a windowsill or anywhere that gets plenty of light.

    • Check daily: if the soil looks dry on top, give it a little drink.

  5. Watch & Care

    • Little shoots will pop through in a week or two—perfect for keeping kids curious and excited!

    • Once the seedlings are a few inches tall, you can carefully transplant them (carton and all!) into bigger pots or your garden bed. The carton will break down naturally in soil.

✨ Why it helps:

  • Reduces waste: Keeps the carton out of the bin.

  • Teaches kids about nature: They learn where food comes from and how plants grow.

  • Fresh herbs & blooms: Enjoy the results in your kitchen or in a sunny spot indoors!