Our Seedpods & Seedboxes
What's a Seedpod?
A Seedpod is a small capsule, bursting with life-giving potential.
The Seedpod is this marvel of green technology, designed to mimic the natural germination mechanisms of plants and expect a high germination rate. Seedlings are encapsulated with nutrients to give young plants a robust start. Like a protective cocoon, each Seedpod emulates the conditions for young shoots to emerge from the ground and soar skyward.
It's a modern reincarnation of nature's ancestral processes, where each capsule acts like a natural pod carried by the elements or animals.
Why opt for the Seedpod?
A Seedpod contains the ideal number of seeds, surrounded by a mixture of potting soils and nutrients to grow the right plant in the right place. Grouped in a Seedbox, they help to increase local biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.
Germination is a crucial stage that depends on many environmental factors, such as soil moisture, soil fertility and germ attachment. The Seedpod overcomes these challenges by providing a microenvironment adapted to the nature of the soil for each seed, integrating all the elements necessary for maximum germination and emergence. Easy to deploy, the Seedpod offers the advantages of mechanical seeding without the high costs, making the process accessible and efficient.
With Rgro's services, planting is fast and covers large areas. At home, sowing a Seedbox is child's play and doesn't require a major investment in time or soil preparation. Simply place or push the Seedpod into the soil, without too much preparation after pruning unwanted weeds. Planting therefore requires no specialized machinery or in-depth knowledge, and financial costs are reduced compared with other options.
The use of Seedboxes enables the mutual growth of plants in the ecosystem by diversifying from the start, promoting multi-level revegetation. This maximizes the benefits for humans, flora and fauna, and enhances the attractiveness and health of ecosystems.
Design & composition
After more than a hundred recipes and tens of thousands of tests, we've developed our self-sufficient Seedpod technology, formulated and field-validated to give our seedlings a boost during the critical first years of their life.
The Seedpods we offer are composed of plant seeds, additives for water retention, beneficial bacteria and fungi, minerals and nutrients, and a stimulant for healthy growth.
By automating and simplifying production, we can mass-produce over 2,000 Seedpods a day, avoiding the energy-intensive impact of traditional nursery-raised planting, and reducing transport waste and energy consumption thanks to their compact size.
This is taken into account when selecting the species that make up a Seedbox.
01.
Hardiness zone
Adapted to today or tomorrow's rusticity zones
02.
Strata of the forest
We select species from between 2 and 5 plant strata.
03.
Sought-after features
Selection suitable for flora, fauna and humans.
04.
Ground cover
For ecosystem development.
05.
Nature of the location
The specifics of location.
Hardiness zone
Understanding hardiness zones for a thriving ecosystem in Quebec
Hardiness zones, from 2a to 5b in the first half of Quebec, are key indicators for determining the composition of a Seedbox adapted to Quebec soil, determining which plants can survive the winter climate of each region.
Zone 2a
Extreme cold
This is one of the coldest zones, with winter temperatures reaching -45°C. The plants that thrive here are extremely resistant to cold and severe frost.
Ideal for hardy plants such as certain conifers and alpine plants.
Zone 3b
Biting cold
Still rigorous, this zone allows a wider variety of plants to be grown, including certain hardy conifers and shrubs, as well as perennials.
Zone 4a
Moderate cold
This zone is home to plants that require some winter protection but remain hardy.
With winter lows of -34°C, this zone allows a wider range of hardy plants to be grown, and opens the door to a variety of fruit trees and shrubs.
Zone 5b
Mild cold
Provides conditions for more cold-sensitive plants, increasing seeding options.
This is the mildest zone treated here, with temperatures as low as -26°C, allowing the cultivation of many perennials and even some of the more delicate fruit trees.
Attractions
Plants play fascinating and vital roles in sustaining life on Earth, positively impacting flora, fauna and humans alike. They help maintain the health of other plants by enriching the soil and stabilizing ecosystems, essential for a robust flora. Animals find food, protection and breeding sites in these plant environments, illustrating the importance of plants to the survival of wildlife. For us humans, plants are crucial not only for their beauty and ability to enhance our living environment, but also for their healing and nutritive properties, not to mention their role in construction and other commercial applications. In short, plants are at the heart of a prosperous coexistence between nature and humankind.
For the flora
In the great orchestra of nature, each plant has its own score. Nitrogen fixers enrich our soils without the need for chemical fertilizers, a true gift of nature. Champions of soil stabilization and erosion mitigation work silently to keep our precious land from eroding. Windbreaks aren't just practical; they're essential for protecting our gardens and fields from the elements. And what can we say about flowers, except that they bring color and joy to our lives while feeding bees and other beneficial insects? Pioneer plants lead the charge in regenerating our landscapes, and it's our responsibility to support endangered species, true treasures of biodiversity.
For wildlife
Imagine a green space where every plant is a superhero for different animals. Pollinators find their daily source of energy in these green heroes. Plants that charm butterflies offer them a sanctuary to feed and reproduce. The shrubs and flowers that attract birds and hummingbirds are natural service stations, brimming with nutritious food. By supporting these players in nature, we help the ecosystem as a whole, as these plants also provide food and shelter for many other animals. By choosing these plants, we contribute to a richer, greener world.
For humans beings
Plants offer a multitude of benefits that enrich our daily lives. They have recognized medicinal properties, and have been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of ailments, from simple coughs to more complex imbalances. At the same time, many species are edible, playing a crucial role in our diet with fruits, vegetables and herbs enriching our dishes with essential flavours and nutrients. Ornamental plants embellish our living spaces, bringing colour, life and serenity to our personal and public environments. In the face of environmental challenges, certain species are highly resistant to urban pollution, improving air quality and offering a haven of freshness in the city. Finally, commercial wood from certain plants is used to create furniture, tools and other structures, playing a significant economic role.
The 7 strata of the forest
The Quebec forest, a complex, living ecosystem, is made up of several superimposed strata, each with its own biodiversity and forming a complex, interdependent structure. On the forest floor, the layer of ground cover plants forms a green carpet, crucial for protecting and enriching the soil. Just above, pioneer plants, quick to grow and colonize open spaces, prepare the ground for more permanent species. The shrub layer, dense and abundant, provides an essential habitat for many insects and small animals. The trees of the lower tree stratum then begin to rise, creating a first layer of canopy that moderates light and tempers the underlying climate. Finally, dominating the landscape, the canopy stratum shelters the tops of the tallest trees, veritable towers of biodiversity that capture sunlight and play a key role in the water and carbon cycle. Each stratum is a world in itself, but together they form the vibrant harmony of our forests.
1 pioneer plants
4 low tree strata
6 strata Canopy
2 Shrub stratum
5 stratum Ground cover
*3 Rhizosphere stratum
*7 Stratum of Climbers
*Not available in Seedpods
Composition of a varied plant cover.
1 Ground cover
Ground cover plants are ideal for stabilizing soil and reducing erosion. They form a dense carpet that inhibits weed growth and beautifies bare soil with little height. Some are also useful as pioneer plants to protect the soil and its rhizosphere layer after a forest fire.
2 Flowers and shrubs (<0.5m)
These little wonders adorn gardens with their vivid colors. Flowers, often annual or perennial, provide ephemeral beauty, while sub-shrubs are woody plants providing year-round structure.
3 Herbaceous (floral, herbaceous, grasses) (<1m)
Herbaceous plants include flowers with flexible stems, non-flowering herbaceous plants and grasses. Each type plays a crucial role in the biodiversity of an ecosystem, offering texture and color.
3 Vegetables
Essential to any vegetable garden, vegetables provide food and health. Cultivated for their fruit, leaves or roots, they are indispensable to human and animal nutrition.
5 Shrubs and bushes (0.5m - 4m)
These medium-sized plants are perfect as privacy screens or focal points in green spaces. Shrubs are lower, while bushes can reach up to 4 meters.
6 Trees (deciduous, fruit) (2m - 8m)
Deciduous and fruit trees add structure and shade, as well as tasty fruit. Their modest size makes them ideal for urban gardens.
6 Large trees (deciduous, coniferous) (8m - >15m)
These giants provide shade, wildlife habitat and majestic beauty. Conifers are prized for their evergreen foliage, and deciduous trees for their colorful seasonal foliage.
Nature of the location
Factors to consider
01
Soil type
From wet to dry, acidic to alkaline, calcareous to sandy, each soil has its own particularities and influences the selection of species.
02
Type of exposure
Sun, half-shade or shade. Each species loves the sun with varying degrees of moderation.
03
Current species
A site is home to a rich biodiversity, including native plant species, so judicious introductions of exotic species are essential. This plant diversity serves as a habitat for a multitude of animal species, creating a vibrant and dynamic biotope.
04
Particularities
Features such as slopes, rivers and naturally shaded areas create micro-environments that need to be taken into account.
Caractéristiques des Seedbox
Taille Seedbox | Couverture | Nombre de Seedpods arbres canopée haute | Nombre moyen de Seedpods | Tonnes CO2 capturées après 5 ans |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5 Mega | environ 100m ou 1100 pieds carrés ou linéaires | 3000 | 2868 - 3507 | 51.79 |
4 XLarge | environ 40m ou 430 pieds carrés | 300 | 1147 - 1403 | 5.18 |
3 Large | environ 20m ou 210 pieds carrés | 73 | 558 - 683 | 1.26 |
2 Medium | environ 5,5m ou 55 pieds carrés | 21 | 160 - 197 | 0.36 |
1 Mini | environ 2,5m ou 20 pieds carrés | 9 | 68 - 85 | 0.16 |