Innovative Approaches to Our Planet-Friendly Packaging Solutions

"Aren't all seed packets made out of paper anyway?"

"What makes YOUR packaging more planet-friendly than other companies?"

"Isn't this just an attempt at greenwashing?"

Well, our packaging has had considerable thought put into it, and it's high time we gave it the spotlight it deserves!

So what makes it planet-friendly packaging...?

For one, all of our boxes and envelopes are made from recycled paper and cardboard.

Secondly, nothing we use is produced by using harsh chemicals, this includes our envelopes and boxes, but also our labels and even our printing ink.

Thirdly, our printing ink is water-soluble, which means it's not as durable, but it means it is an incredibly planet-friendly alternative.

What makes our packaging environmentally friendly...?

Firstly, all of our boxes and envelopes are crafted from recycled paper and cardboard.

Secondly, we avoid using harsh chemicals in all our products, including envelopes, boxes, labels, and even our printing ink.

Thirdly, our printing ink is water-soluble, making it less durable but extremely eco-friendly.

Lastly, all packaging padding consists of wood kiln or recycled paper padding.

While most seed packets are made from paper, some use plastic or are plastic-coated to protect the packaging and seeds.

Many packaging solutions rely on harsh chemicals to achieve bright, attractive designs.

In comparison, we believe packaging that is 100% recyclable, compostable, and free from harsh chemicals and plastics deserves to be called planet-friendly.

Recyclable Plastic Products

Since our inception, we've aimed to offer our customers an eco-friendly way to sow seeds. The best solution is undoubtedly using old plastic vegetable containers.

Two mushroom or tomato trays from the supermarket can create an ideal propagator. However, not everyone buys these items or enjoys crafting, and scaling up for larger plots and outdoor spaces can be challenging.

We've searched extensively for an eco-friendly propagator and have tried:

Mini biodegradable pots - effective but costly, hard to move, and space-consuming.

Fibre/cardboard pots - challenging for seed germination due to excessive moisture retention.

Coir pellets - dried out quickly, making it hard to maintain adequate moisture for seed germination.

All these options require heating in the house/greenhouse or a heated mat to maintain warmth.

For now, recycled plastic propagators remain the best method for seed germination.

We will continue to be an environmentally responsible business by ensuring all plastic sold is recycled and recyclable.

We offer our customers the option to return this plastic to us for responsible disposal and ensure they understand how to recycle these products.

We have great aspirations of creating our own biodegradable propagator in the future, and we feel confident that more and more plastic-free alternatives will become available soon too! So when we say for the time being, we mean it!