The Sprout Pencil is the original plantable pencil, patented and guaranteed to be of the highest quality. The novel idea of creating plantable pencils was originated by three students from the Massachussetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston in 2012. It was their idea for the brief, "Design the sustainable office article of tomorrow". A Cebu startup has created pencils that can grow into plants. Eco Hub Cebu has replaced pencil erasers with seeds, so that when the pencil is no longer useful for writing, it can be planted to become any of a variety of plants: basil, mint, citronella, chilli, sunflower, tomato, carrot, and more. Made with Sustainable Materials All aspects of the Sprout pencil are sustainable and non-toxic – from the biodegradable seed capsule to the 100% natural clay and graphite core and PEFC/FSC-certified wood.

In place of an eraser the Sprout Pencil features a water soluble seed capsule so that when it becomes too short to write with it can be planted. Sprout pencils are made of wood, while some other biodegradable pencils with seeds are made of newspaper or environmentally friendly minerals/polymer. The advantage of these kinds of pencils is that the use of wood is minimized, and the destruction of forests and the environment will be reduced in the near future.

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Where there is demand, there is supply and vice versa. Many bug companies manufacturing paper have lured us in believing that we only need to use paper made from virgin wood. However, the quality of the upcycled paper is as good as that of paper made from virgin wood. WORLDS FIRST PLANTABLE PENCIL – At Sprout, we believe that big change is possible through small innovations. We’ve taken this idea and developed it into the world’s first patented and plantable pencil, a true messenger for green change. By choosing Sprout pencils, you're setting an example for a greener and better future. Sustainability is not just something we encourage our customers to promote. We incorporate it in all aspects of our business at Sprout. Using 100% recycled waste to make plantable pencils promotes the use of recycled products. Since the consumption of wood is increasing at a rapid rate, it becomes mandatory to cut down its consumption. Reduction in the consumption of virgin wood leads to the production of recycling and planting of new saplings in the environment. How do plantable seed pencils support the green nature cause?

The pencils are just like ordinary pencils, but instead of having rubber erasers on one end, they are equipped with gelatin capsules that contain the plant seeds. Eco Hub Cebu explains that the capsules are also sustainable because they are preservative-free, are non-GMO, hypoallergenic, and gluten-free. The pencil shafts are also sustainable because they don't contain lead, and are made of sustainable wood (wood that comes from sustainably managed forests). Their graphite, clay, and non-GMO seeds are also sustainable. Seeds Grow Fast If plantable seed pencils are used in place of regular pencils, you can imagine the quantum of wood from trees that can be saved. Deforestation is a more cause for climate change , hence to reverse it, afforestation is an urgent need of the hour. You may say that what difference would it make if it is just one person, but we believe that one can make all the difference. Are there any colors available for these pencils? The environment is calling for urgent protection and conservation. However, we have chosen to ignore the warning signs of time and again. The oceans are filled with plastic waste, wildlife is alarmingly decreasing, and forests are being converted into cement structures. To stop the damage, it is necessary to reduce the consumption of natural resources and find alternatives to promote a sustainable environment . Plantable seed pencils are a step ahead for the protection of the ecosystem. Product Description MAKE THE WORLD SPROUT – This Special edition contains 8 graphite Sprout pencils. Look closely at the tip of this unique pencil and you’ll see a small seed capsule. Write, draw, doodle and design, until your Sprout pencil becomes too short to use, then simply turn it upside down, plant the stub and enjoy watching it grow into fragrant herbs, beautiful flowers or fresh organic vegetables. Each pencil indicates what seed type is inside and what plant will grow.

A pencil is something that is used by everything in day to day life. It’s higher usability is a sign of the amount of wood consumption that goes into its manufacturing. Our company tries to make such products which can be recycled and reused from time to time. As mentioned before, the benefits of plantable pencils are numerous. This small, nice tool can be used on different occasions for different purposes. we can summarize the benefits of plantable pencils as below: The Sprout Pencil is customised either by engraving or full colour printing a logo or short message onto the pencil. Another difference is the number of seeds and the contents of the capsule. In sprout pencils, the suitable seeds and sterile soil are placed in the gelatinous chamber at the end of the pencil. However, in some modern seed pencils, the soil is removed, and the chances of germination are increased by placing more seeds in the end capsule of the pencil. The third and most crucial difference lies in the material of the pencil body. We use organic seeds to make the pencils plantable. They are attached in a tube at the bottom of the pencil, which can be sown after the pencil has been used.