The Window Garden: Starting Seeds in Eggshells
- Growing Up Nordic
- Jan 31
- 1 min read
Updated: Feb 8
A zero-waste lesson in life cycles.
The Philosophy
You do not need a greenhouse to start a garden. In the Nordics, we often start our "Rairuoho" (Easter Grass) or summer vegetables right on the windowsill while snow is still on the ground. Using eggshells is not just cute; it is smart. The shell provides calcium to the soil, and when it is time to plant outdoors, the whole thing goes into the ground.
The Steps
Save the Shells: When you make breakfast, crack the egg near the top. Rinse the larger shell and poke a tiny hole in the bottom for drainage.
The Soil: Let your child spoon a little potting soil into each shell.
The Seed: Sprinkle grass seeds (for instant gratification) or flower seeds (for patience).
The Window: Place the carton in the sunniest window you have. Mist with water daily.
A Quiet Invitation
To live in closer rhythm with the season, explore our current Seasonal PlayBook.
A collection of low-prep, sensory-rich invitations to play; created to help you pause, connect, and gently inhabit the days, whatever the weather holds.
