Hello, lovely gardeners! Ready to make planting seeds easier than ever? Today, I’m sharing a wonderful trick that will save you time and effort in the garden. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a simpler way to plant, this method is perfect for you!
What You’ll Learn
In this video, I demonstrate how to create a simple homemade seed shaker using just a container with 5 quarter-inch holes and an inexpensive dollar store funnel. This clever tool makes distributing seeds a breeze! I’ll also show you how to use a broken rake handle to poke perfect planting holes for wildflower seeds. Best of all, we’ll talk about using perennials – flowers that come back year after year, giving you a beautiful garden that keeps on giving!
Step-by-Step Planting Guide
- Create Your Seed Shaker: Take a plastic container and drill 5 quarter-inch holes in the lid. Attach a dollar store funnel to make filling easy.
- Prepare Your Garden Area: Choose a sunny spot where you want your wildflowers to grow.
- Make Planting Holes: Use a broken rake handle (or any similar stick) to poke holes in the soil at regular intervals.
- Fill Your Shaker: Add your wildflower seeds (perennials are recommended!) to the seed shaker through the funnel.
- Shake and Plant: Shake seeds into each hole you’ve made, distributing them evenly.
- Cover and Water: Lightly cover the seeds with soil and give them a gentle watering.
- Enjoy Year After Year: With perennials, your beautiful flowers will return each spring!
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