What plant can be quickly grown for Easter. Setting up a mini-garden in an eggshell

In preparation for Easter, I came across a wonderful idea for Easter decor on the Internet: sprouting cereal grains in an eggshell.

Germination of grain is a very simple process and, moreover, very exciting and informative. Therefore, we decided to make this bright craft to decorate the festive table for Easter together with our three-year-old daughter.

We bring to the attention of all creative mothers and grandmothers our small master class:

Easter decor: barley sprouts in an eggshell

Time to make crafts: 7 days.

Tools and materials:

a cardboard tray with 6 large chicken eggs (preferably with a white shell color);
watercolor paints;
brush;
a jar of water;
barley grains (you can also germinate wheat, corn, millet, oats, soybeans, watercress by Easter or use a special grain mixture for sprouting for parrots);
cotton wool;
saucer;
soil for indoor flowers or seedlings;
small plastic spoon;
watering can or plastic bottle with a narrow spout;
magnifying glass.

The first day: Preparatory chores.

On the morning of the weekend, my daughter and I went to the market, where, on the advice of a neighbor who sprouts cereal grains for Easter every year, we bought barley.

Upon returning home, we prepared a flat saucer, covered its bottom with a thin layer of cotton wool, which we moistened with plenty of water, and laid barley grains in a single layer on the saucer.

After soaking the barley grains for sprouting, we started preparing the eggshell:

thoroughly washed raw eggs with warm water and soap;
having beaten the sharp end of the egg, carefully freed the shell from the contents;
small fragments were removed, leaving about 2/3 of the eggshell intact;
again thoroughly washed the shell, this time from the inside, trying to remove the thin film from the walls as much as possible;
dried shells.

Second day: Freedom of children's creativity.

The next morning, I had to get up early and get ready for kindergarten. As usual, neither persuasion nor strong arguments in favor of the need to attend a preschool institution affected the daughter. But to the suggestion to look at the germinating barley grains, our child immediately responded, jumping off the bed with one easy jump.

In order to finally drive away sleep, we decided to look among our natural science inventory for a magnifying glass. And what do we see when we look through a magnifying glass? A few grains sprouted tiny white sprouts as the first roots of the barley began to sprout. The day started with good news!

To prevent the grains from drying out, we added some water to the saucer, so that the barley seedlings were constantly in a humid environment.

Inspired by the successful start of the process of germinating grains for Easter, in the evening of the same day, my daughter and I set about decorating eggshells, which will serve as pots for barley sprouts.

I confess that at first I really wanted to dye the egg shells with natural dyes: yellow with turmeric and blue with a decoction of red cabbage leaves. But it turned out that natural paints are very poorly "taken" on the shell of raw eggs.

Without thinking twice, I suggested that my daughter correct my oversight and paint the shells prepared for barley germination with watercolors. And at the same time decorate the cardboard tray at your own discretion. And she gladly set to work.

Soon we were already admiring the result of unrestrained children's creativity.

Day three: Great responsibility.

I think you have already guessed how our next day began. Of course! From contemplation through a magnifying glass of germinated grains of barley, which by this time had already managed to put out small roots.

In the evening, we took on the most important part of the work of germinating barley for Easter: planting grains in the ground.

To begin with, a painted eggshell was placed in a cardboard tray decorated using the freehand drawing technique.

Using a small spoon, filled the prepared shells ¾ with potting soil.

Sprouted barley grains were carefully placed in each shell in a single layer.

Sprouted barley was sprinkled on top with a small amount of soil.

Well, what is not an occupation for the development of coordination of movements and fine motor skills of a child ?!

Planted seeds were watered.

When watering, it turned out that a bowl from a children's mixer is not the best equipment for this purpose. And in the absence of a watering can with a narrow spout, in the future we used a plastic bottle with a drinking nozzle to water the seedlings.

Day four: First shoots.

Again, a quick rise in the morning and observation of the progress of the germination of grains.

The magnifying glass came in handy again, without it we would hardly have been able to get a good look at the first tiny sprout that appeared in one of the eggshells.

As a bonus for diligent growth, the barleycorns receive their daily ration of water.

Day five: Sure victory.

There is no doubt that our reverent care for the growing seedlings has borne its generous fruits: barley sprouts increase right before our eyes, adding 1.5 cm per day.

Remember, grains need water to grow quickly! We water the seedlings so that the earth in the shell is constantly wet.

And at the end of the day, the barley sprouts are already almost twice as high as in the morning!

Day six: Cognitive retreat.

While our barley sprouts rejoice in the warmth of the spring sun and moist nutrient medium for germination, there is time to put a scientific base on our hitherto only creative experiment.

It is easiest for preschool children to learn educational material offered in a visual form. For example, in the form of pictures.

After a short search on the Internet, a wonderful series of informative pictures was found from a set of demonstration material published by IP Burdina S.V. titled "How Living Things Grow".

The atmosphere in the house will be helped by the grass planted a few weeks before the celebration and grown in the shell.

It is best to make such an original and unusual green decoration together with your children, they will be happy to join in such an interesting and fun work, and will also enthusiastically care for and water the sprouts. In addition, planting seeds and caring for them does not present any particular difficulties. It is easy to do and even small children can do it.

To create real green mini-gardens, you will need ten eggshells (or more, if you wish), with the top part carefully “removed” on each eggshell. The shell must be washed and dried. Prepare fescue seeds, which germinate as soft, fluffy, bright green shoots.

Place a ball of soil in each shell, then add a few seeds (leave your children placing and planting the seeds), top with some extra soil. Seeds should not be placed too deep. Water the planted seeds immediately after planting and continue watering for the following days (don't water too much), place them in direct sunlight, such as on your kitchen windowsill. In no case do not take improvised pots into the yard or open balcony, otherwise you risk losing sprouts and seeds due to birds.

In a few days, you will already notice the first grass sprouts. If your seedlings are given plenty of sunlight, the grass will grow very fast, in just a few weeks. Trim the grass and decorate the Easter dinner table with spring greens in the shell. A wonderful mood with such a spring miracle on the table is guaranteed for you and your guests! Idea by Andrea.

And more ideas for using chicken and ostrich eggs:

Hello dear readers and guests blog about everything you can do with your own hands! When tender green grass breaks through the earth, the soul begins to rejoice. So why not have a piece of this splendor at home? After all, this grass can be easily grown directly .

Plus, Easter is coming. This will ideally complement the festive composition, can become the basis for an unforgettable gift. And how cats love this green!

We will need:

seeds;
hydrogel;
a piece of gauze;
container for growing grass.

As you understand, we will grow grass for Easter on a hydrogel (who doesn’t know, these are such small balls that, getting into the water, absorb moisture and become large). Why this particular material?

A year ago, I wanted to give my relatives Easter eggs with sweets in an unusual package - on the grass. The question arose: what to grow grass for Easter. After all, if you take simple earth, then eggs and sweets will get dirty. There is also vermiculite, but mold appears in it from moisture. Therefore, the choice fell on the hydrogel.

Now seeds. For germination, oats are best suited, it is he who gives fast shoots and such beautiful juicy leaves. Only oats from the supermarket will not work, you need the one in the husk, whole grain. If you don’t have the opportunity to go to the market and buy oat seeds, then here is my advice:

To grow grass for Easter, you can take parrot food, which includes oats. You can definitely find it at your nearest pet store.

I also used small millet, it grows more slowly, the sprouts are less tall, it turns out such an “undercoat” in our green carpet.

How to grow grass for Easter

We dissolve the hydrogel 10 days before the holiday. To do this, pour water into the jar and throw balls to the bottom. After 12 hours the gel will be ready for use.

We drain the water, and place the swollen balls in a container where grass will grow by Easter. Mine were regular plastic salad containers.

We fold the gauze in half and cut it to the size of the container. We wet it in water and put it on our hydrogel. We turn off half of the gauze.

Cover with a second layer of gauze and put on the windowsill. Now our task is to spray the gauze 2 times a day to create the necessary moisture for the seeds. After a couple of days, you will see the first sprouts.

We continue to observe the growth of grass for Easter. It is advisable to spray the sprouts themselves every day, and add settled water to the hydrogel as the balls decrease.

This is the kind of grass I have grown. Below you can see a smaller shoot - this is millet, which creates additional density for our living decoration for Easter. If the grass has become too tall, it can be safely cut to the desired length.

Sprouting wheat germ is not only an alternative way to transform and refresh your home for the spring holidays, but also a good opportunity to improve your health, correct your figure and saturate the body with useful substances and life-giving energy.

You will need:

wheat grains (it is better to buy in the market, worse in supermarkets);
soil for flowerpots or simple sawdust;
a spacious container at least 5 cm deep;
paper towels or cling film.

Spread the grain in the prepared container and fill it with water at room temperature (but not boiled) so that the water covers the wheat by a few centimeters. In this state, the wheat remains for a day (do not cover with anything).

At the end of the day, filter the grains by throwing them on a sieve. Cover the previously used container with a paper napkin, pour the wheat back, cover with cling film or paper napkins on top and sprinkle with water so that the napkin is completely wet. Keep an eye out for adequate moisture levels by sprinkling or lightly watering the wheat with water. Thus, we continue to moisten the grains until white tiny shoots sprout. Sprouts will appear very quickly, literally within a day.

We fill baskets or other containers with soil. The cover layer should be at least 3 cm. First, cover the bottom with food or plastic wrap so that the earth does not crumble and water does not flow out. Moisten the earth with water and then spread the grains evenly in a dense layer.

Then we cover with a paper towel, sprinkle it with water and cover with polyethylene (make a few holes for air exchange). The next day, spray the napkin with water again and keep it under polyethylene. After another day, we remove our greenhouse, otherwise the wheat will be covered with mold, but we don’t need this. Then we continue to spray the sprouts daily with water, and a miracle will happen before your eyes.

If you wish, you can decorate your plant in the simplest way - cut, shape, decorate with eggs or flowers.

Since sprouted wheat is marked by the “Green Hill”, 12 Easter eggs can be laid around it, which symbolize the apostles, and in the middle one large and especially decorated egg, symbolizing Christ.

In this master class dedicated to Easter, we will create such a beautiful indoor mini-lawn. It will be decorated with flowers, greenery and a bird's nest.

It must be taken into account that for a green lawn, we will need to sow the seeds of lawn grass (or cereals), as well as wait for their germination and growth within 10-14 days. Plus, you will need already germinated flower bulbs. Therefore, it is necessary to prepare for the manufacture of this composition in advance, approximately 2 weeks before Easter. But then we will be able to enjoy the fruits of our labor for a long time after the holiday. So, to business!

What is needed to make a composition?

Shallow container, preferably wooden (this will be the base for the whole composition);
garbage bag or any other (for covering the bottom);
fine gravel;
sphagnum moss;
ready-made universal soil;
lawn grass seeds (or cereals - wheat, rye, oats);
spray;
garden spatula or spoon;
sprouted bulbs of flowers (for example, tulips and muscari);
scissors;
artificial bird's nest, Easter eggs and other festive decor of your choice.

As a basis for the composition, a wooden container was taken, which can be found in the store for creativity. You can use any wide and low vessel for growing plants or even a deep dish for food.

How to make an Easter composition: work sequence

In the event that a wooden container is still used, it is important to provide some kind of waterproof lining on the bottom so that water does not spoil the box and does not leak onto the table. After all, we will grow a real lawn, even if it is very tiny.

In order for the water not to stagnate in the ground itself, but at the same time remain moist, we lay fine gravel on the bottom of the container with a layer of 1-2 cm.

For a good adjustment of soil moisture, a layer of sphagnum moss is laid on the gravel.

We lay a 3-4 cm layer of soil on the moss. Fill the container to the very top.

We sow the seeds of lawn grass or cereals. They should be sufficiently densely sown, but well distributed over the surface of the soil. Next, we sprinkle the crops with a very thin layer of earth and moisten the surface of the soil with a spray bottle so that the water reaches the seeds.

And now we place the container with the seeds in a warm place, for example, on the south window. At the same time, do not forget to moisten the surface of the soil every day with water using a spray gun. Seedlings will appear in about 10 days. You should get such a pretty clearing with greenery.

With a garden spatula or spoon, we make a recess in our mini-lawn. It will be needed in order to place the flower bulb there. Therefore, the size of the hole must be large enough for this.

Dig up pre-prepared bulbous plants from flower pots. In our example, these are tulips and muscari (mouse hyacinth or viper onion). Now, carefully, so as not to damage the roots, remove the remnants of the soil from the bulbs. This can be done with water.

We place the bulbs in the recesses, sprinkle with a layer of soil. At our discretion, we plant plants throughout the "flower bed". You can use flowers of different heights in different stages of bud ripening.

Alternatively, cut flowers can be used. To do this, you just need to update the slices on them and paste them into our lawn. Such a composition is less durable than with sprouted bulbs, but it is suitable for quick interior decoration and will also delight 1-2 holidays with its appearance.

If desired, the composition can be decorated with any greenery. Even parsley leaves. This will make the composition more textured, varied and will fill the voids between the colors.

On the edge of the container, place an artificial bird's nest with small testicles. You should definitely meet such things in a needlework store. This little addition will be the highlight of our spring lawn.

Don't forget to water the mini-flower bed with a spray bottle, and it will certainly please Easter and much longer. Now you can safely say that you have your own festive green lawn in your apartment or house!