I’m dropping seeds, AKA seedbombing in vacant lots today. Why? Why not?! I’m dedicated to beautifying this land with greenthumbs, even if it’s just a flick of a thumb… And, as an grower with some edge and spunk, it’s natural for me to be drawn to the “guerilla” activities of seed bombing.
The concept of seed bombing was popularised in the 20th century by Masanobu Fukuoka. The essence of a seedbomb is a small ball of compacted compost stuffed with native (IMPORTANT so you don’t fuck with the flow of what’s growing!) seeds. After the seed bomb is created (see elements below), the seed ball/bomb can be thrown into nooks and crannies throughout the landscape.
Love to trigger more diverse habitats in vacant lots, construction sites and really wherever my heart calls.
To make your own seed bombs, create a ball of matter with the following elements:
* 5 tablespoons of seed compost
* 4 tablespoons of terracotta clay powder (holds the bomb together)
* 1 teaspoon of seeds, native to growing zone
* Sprinkles of water at intervals
* If Nitrogen/Phosphorus/Potassium (NPP) is absent in the compost, add liquid fertiliser
* 1 teaspoon of chilli powder or garlic powder as a pest deterrent (mites, aphids etc.)
Let it sit overnight and take out the next day – for play!