Seed Sushi for Spring Starts
One gardener is using "seed sushi"—rolling seeds in recycled bubble wrap—for space-saving spring starts A Very Honest Q&A… The Questions I Usually Avoid 👀 & Early Spring Gardening.
The gardener in the video, Huw Richards, is known for his intensive gardening methods and no-dig approach. He advocates for maximizing space and yield in small gardens. Seed sushi is ideal for plants that don't like root disturbance during transplanting. Richards specifically mentions carrots, parsnips, and radishes as good candidates. The bubble wrap helps maintain consistent spacing and prevents overcrowding. This method also simplifies the thinning process, which can be time-consuming in traditional sowing. Richards uses a homemade compost mix for his seed sushi, ensuring the seedlings get a nutrient-rich start. He emphasizes the importance of keeping the sushi moist until the seeds germinate.
