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How to Plant a Plantable Pencil?

Published in Plantable Pencil Planting 2 mins read

Planting a plantable pencil is a simple and rewarding way to give your used writing tool a second life as a plant. The tip of the pencil contains seeds embedded in a biodegradable capsule.

Here's how to plant your plantable pencil to watch it grow into a herb, vegetable, or flower, based on the common method and the provided reference:

Getting Started: What You Need

Before you plant, gather a few essentials:

  • Your plantable pencil
  • A small pot or container with drainage holes
  • Potting soil
  • Water

Step-by-Step Planting Guide

Follow these easy steps to plant your pencil and start its transformation:

  1. Prepare Your Pot: Fill your pot with potting soil, leaving about an inch or two of space from the top. Gently moisten the soil with water.
  2. Insert the Pencil: Take your plantable pencil and locate the end with the seed capsule (usually the unsharpened end, or the end opposite the lead). Gently push this end into the soil.
  3. Determine Depth and Angle: According to the reference, push it up to one inch into the soil. It's also important to make sure to keep it a little bit slanting and not perpendicular. This angle can help make it easier for the seedling to emerge and shed the seed capsule.
  4. Cover Lightly: Lightly cover the seed capsule tip with a thin layer of soil. The rest of the pencil will stick out of the soil.
  5. Initial Watering: Water the soil gently but thoroughly to ensure the seeds have enough moisture to start the germination process.

Post-Planting Care

Once planted, consistent care is key for successful germination and growth.

  • Sunlight: Keep the pot in sunlight. Most seeds need sunlight to germinate and grow into healthy plants.
  • Watering: Water it regularly. Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Check the soil surface and water when it feels dry to the touch.
  • Patience: Wait for it to germinate. Germination times vary depending on the type of seed in your pencil, but typically range from a few days to a couple of weeks.

By following these simple steps, you can enjoy the process of growing something new from your used pencil!