How to Plant Your Seed Paper Name Tag
So you received a Terra Tag seed paper name badge – fantastic! Instead of tossing it out, you can plant it & watch it grow into beautiful plants. Follow these simple steps to give your plantable name tag a second life in the garden:
Supply List
*A pot for planting
*Seed raising mix potting soil
*Your name badge
*Water
*A sunny spot
Step 1: Prepare the Soil
Fill a pot with potting mix or identify a loose, well-drained area in your garden. The soil should be moist & crumbly (not compacted).
Step 2: Plant the Paper
Place your seed paper badge on top of the soil. You can tear it into smaller pieces for easier planting – this sometimes helps the seeds spread out. Cover the paper lightly with about 3mm of soil. Don’t bury it too deep; the seeds need a bit of light to germinate.
Step 3: Water Thoroughly
Gently water the area until the seed paper is soaked through & the surrounding soil is damp. The paper will start to soften and blend into the soil.
Step 4: Sunshine & Care
Put your pot in a sunny spot (or if in the garden, ensure that spot gets good sunlight). Keep the soil consistently moist for the first 1–2 weeks. This is critical – if the seed paper dries out, the little sprouts might not succeed. Check daily & water lightly whenever the soil feels like it’s drying out.
After about 7–21 days (depending on the seed mix & conditions), you’ll start to see tiny green sprouts poking through the soil. Congrats – your old name tag is now bursting into new life! Continue to care for the seedlings with regular water & sunlight. In time, you’ll have wildflowers or herbs growing as a living reminder of the sustainable event you attended.
Important: For best results, plant your seed paper within 12 months of receiving it. Seed paper is most effective when fresh. If you’re in a region with extreme temperatures, aim to plant during milder months (spring or autumn) for higher germination rates.
How to Recycle or Compost Your Biodegradable Lanyard
Terra Tag lanyards are made from 100% unbleached cotton, so they’re completely biodegradable. Here’s how to dispose of or reuse your Terra Tag lanyard responsibly after the event:
Step 1: Remove the Cotton Neck Cord
Simply untie or cut the cotton cord that hangs around the neck. This cord is made of natural cotton fibers (no polyester or plastic), which means it’s safe for composting.
Step 2: Compost the Neck Cord
If you have a home compost bin or access to community compost, toss the cotton cord in – it will break down over a few months & turn into nutrient-rich soil. The cord is chemical-free & earth-friendly, so worms & microbes will happily do the recycling for you. No compost? No problem – the cotton will also decompose in regular landfill, but composting returns it to the soil, which is even better.
Step 3: Upcycle the Cord (Optional)
If you’re feeling crafty, you can reuse the lanyard cord instead of composting it. The cotton string can serve as garden twine, gift wrap ribbon, or for hanging decorations. Get creative & give that cord a second life!
Step 4: Recycle or Compost the Badge Paper
Don’t forget the badge itself (if it wasn’t the seed paper type). Our recycled paper badges can be put in your paper recycling bin or composted in your garden. They’re essentially thick paper, so they’ll safely biodegrade. (Plantable badges, of course, you’ve already planted or can compost as well.)
By properly composting & recycling your Terra Tag materials, you’re ensuring zero waste is left behind (yay yoou)! Every element of our name badge solution is designed to either grow into something new or return gently to the earth. Thank you for doing your part & closing the loop!
Got more questions about planting or composting? Reach out to the Terra Tag team – we’re always happy to help make the most of our products.