Grass Filled Easter Basket

Materials needed:

  • Seed starting soil and perllite
  • Wheat berries (available at health food stores)
  • Flat or Basket to grow wheat berries in

1. Fill flat or basket with soil preparation, about 1/2 to 1 inch deep.

2. Sprinkle wheat berries over soil and lightly cover with soil mixture.

3. Water with a mister until moist.

4. Place under a lamp and water daily

Grass will grow quickly. There will usually be two inches of growth in two weeks.

When ready to line Easter basket:

5. Line your baskets with plastic wrap then a few paper towels that are moistened.

6. Remove grass from flat and cut trim with scissors to appear like fresh mowed grass.

7. Cut to fit basket.

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