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Seed Your Garden in Seconds with This Toilet Paper Trick!

Learn how to cut down on seed sowing time with this surprising toilet paper hack. By creating your own seed tape using toilet paper, you can streamline the planting process and ensure that your garden thrives. Say goodbye to tedious seed spacing and hello to a lush garden with minimal effort!


Seed Your Garden in Seconds with This Toilet Paper Trick

Are you tired of spending countless hours painstakingly spacing out seeds in your garden? Save your back & your knees with this simple, yet ingenious toilet paper trick. This game-changing hack will not only save you time but will also ensure a bountiful harvest with minimal effort. 


In this article, we will walk you through the supplies needed, how to create your own DIY seed tape, planting your seeds, and tips for success!


Supplies Needed


To get started with this amazing garden toilet paper trick, you will need just a few simple supplies that you probably already have lying around in your home.


You will need these common household supplies to create your own seed tape:



Creating Your DIY Seed Tape


Mix the flour with some water in the small bowl to make a thin, watery paste. This will be the “glue” that keeps your seeds on the toilet paper.


Water & flour form a glue mix for our DIY seed tape


Cut the 2-ply toilet paper into 4 strips, 3 squares long. This will create 4 - 1 foot lengths of seed tape. You can cut the toilet paper to your desired length - I find it easiest to do 12” strips.


Gently pull apart each strip to form single ply strips. 


Lay the one strip down, and gently paint dots of the flour paste onto the length of the toilet paper strip.


Use a paint brush to dab the flour paste onto the toilet paper strips

Now use the tweezers to add a seed every inch. I am adding radish seeds at 1" intervals.


Add the seeds to your toilet paper strips to create a seed tape

Place the single ply strip on top and gently press the single ply strips back together.


The flour paste will keep them together and will not affect the seed.

You have now created a convenient and easy-to-use seed tape for planting and sowing your seeds quickly & efficiently. 


DIY garden seed tape made with toilet paper strips

Planting Your DIY Seed Tape


Now it’s time to plant your DIY seed tape. 

Lay each strip down the length of the bed and cover with your soil mix. 



Water lightly and mark your rows with seed markers or use your garden plot layout and take notes so you can keep track of what’s been planted.


Tips for Successful Germination of DIY Seed Tape


When planting your organic garden seeds using this toilet paper trick, it's important to consider the specific needs of each type of plant. Some seeds require more sunlight, while others prefer shade. Make sure to consult the instructions on the seed packet for proper planting depth and spacing.


By taking the time to plant your seeds correctly, you'll set yourself up for success in growing a healthy and vibrant garden. 


Radish seeds germinated almost 100% from our toilet paper DIY Seed Tape

Consider setting up a watering schedule to ensure that your seeds receive the right amount of moisture as they begin to germinate. Overwatering can be just as harmful as under watering, so it's essential to strike a balance. 


Additionally, keep an eye out for any pests or diseases that may affect your garden and take prompt action to address any issues that arise.


Seed Your Garden in Seconds with This Toilet Paper Trick

By creating your own seed tape, you can seed your garden in seconds with this toilet paper trick. It eliminates the need to bend over or kneel for prolonged periods of time. Simply lay the DIY seed tape down and cover with soil! It took me 5 minutes to seed an entire raised garden bed! Something that normally took me 30 minutes to accomplish. This DIY seed tape simplifies the planting process and increases germination rates for a lush and thriving garden. Whether you're a gardening novice or expert, this hack is a game-changer. 


Homegrown radishes from our DIY Seed Tape using toilet paper

Try it out today and witness the magic of seeding your garden seeds in seconds.


Happy planting! Lisa

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