Seed shakers are a clever and convenient gardening trend that’s here to change the way you style your garden. Flower seed shakers might be the next big thing, but why are they a great idea for your garden? Join Mr Fothergill’s as we cover everything you need to know about seed shakers, including what they are, how they work, and what impact they can have on your garden.
Seed Shakers: What You Need to Know
Seed shakers from Mr Fothergill’s take the fuss out of flower sowing, but what are they? Let’s cover the basics of what you need to know about these super products.
What Is a Seed Shaker?
Seed shakers are boxes containing different seed varieties. Rather than buying multiple packets of various seeds to spread different varieties throughout their garden, gardeners can pick up a single seed shaker that contains an already curated mix.
Flower seed shakers let gardeners easily style their gardens with compatible flower species. Our range at Mr Fothergill’s contains plenty of options, including the Cottage Garden Seed Shaker and the Butterfly-Friendly Flower Mix, each designed to provide a deliberate style or attract certain wildlife to your garden.
How Does a Seed Spreader Work?
Seed shaker boxes typically contain 10 to 15 seed varieties, blended with 10 grams of seed and vermiculite, ensuring even distribution and moisture retention across up to 30 square metres. We’ll break down how to use seed shakers in more detail below, but they work simply by a gardener opening the box, shaking the already mixed seeds across their garden bed, and raking them into the ground.
Using a Flower Seed Shaker: Our Simple Steps
The beauty of seed shakers is that they take all of the hard work out of curating stylish garden displays. With compatible seed varieties already boxed up, using them is as easy as following a few simple steps:
- Prepare Your Soil: Remove any weeds or debris and rake your soil to a fine, crumbly texture. Add fine compost if you have poor or compacted soil.
- Shake Your Box: Before opening your seed shaker, give it a good shake to distribute the seed evenly.
- Open and Shake: Open the spout on the side of your box and carefully shake the mix thinly and evenly over your prepared area.
- Lightly Cover: Gently rake your surface to barely cover the seeds.
- Water Well: Water with a fine shower to prevent your seeds from washing away. Keep the area continually moist for the 1- to 3-week germination period.
- Repeat and Enjoy: Sow again every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous display!
Seed Shakers: The Big Questions Answered
Got some questions about seed shakers? Take a look at our answers to some of the most common queries about these fantastic products, and you’ll understand perfectly why seed shakers are an excellent idea for your garden!
Are Seed Shakers Worth It?
Simply put, seed shakers are excellent value for money. Not only does each box contain an impressive number of seeds, but these seeds are also carefully curated by our experts to deliver a specific vision for your garden, without hours of working out which seeds go together. On top of that, they’re simple to use, making the brilliant displays they produce easy to replicate again and again.
What Are the Benefits of Seed Shakers?
In addition to their great value, seed shakers offer many benefits for gardeners. The list of ways these handy boxes can help your garden is long, but here are just a handful of our favourites:
- They require no precise spacing or sowing techniques, making them ideal for beginners, children, and casual gardeners.
- They are fast and fuss-free to use, minimising labour while maximising results.
- Conveniently packaged, they make for the perfect gardening gift for someone looking to start gardening or try something new with their garden.
- With some shakers including annual and perennial flowers, gardeners can look forward to wonderfully colourful displays season after season with just a single purchase.
How Do I Choose the Right Seed Shaker For Me?
With each box being expertly put together and providing exactly what’s listed on their packaging, choosing between Mr Fothergill’s seed shakers is really easy. All you need to decide is what type of garden you’re looking to establish, then the choice of which seed shaker to pick up makes itself!
If you’re looking to curate a garden of pollinator-friendly plants, look no further than our Butterfly or Bee-Friendly Seed Shakers that are designed to attract these essential critters. Those looking to grow a cut flower garden can make a flying start with our Cut Flower Seed Shaker. No matter what colours, fragrances, or wildlife you’re looking to bring to your garden, there’s a seed shaker available to get you started.
Reap the Rewards of Seed Shakers With Mr Fothergill’s
Seed shakers make sowing seeds and styling your garden simpler than ever before. Whether you’re curating a cottage garden or a display buzzing with pollinators, these easy-to-use shakers are perfect for experienced gardeners and newcomers alike. If you want to see how great they are for yourself, check out our full seed shakers range, or feel free to contact us with your questions.
