Use the back of a regular metal spoon. Gently tap directly on the top of the Crack-a-Head. Soon it will begin to crack, just like an egg. Continue tapping until you have an opening about 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

It holds the seeds. The paper will dissolve once the Crack-a-Head is watered. When the paper is first dampened it has a soft texture, some people mistake this for mold.

What makes the Crack-a-Head grow?

The magic of the Crack-a-Head is the magic of mother nature. There is nothing “alive” or “automatic” about the little egg character. The Crack-a-Head is just a clever planter for starting herb seeds. It simply contains seeds and a dried potting mixture.

How long does it take to grow?

In general, seeds will germinate and sprout with herbs in 2 to 3 weeks and flowers in 3 to 4 weeks. Keep your Crack-a-Head moist and warm during that time. Plants should be good size in 2 to 3 months, when you can transplant them so that they can fully mature and the flowers can bloom.

What do I do if my Crack-a-Head is not growing?

Just like in nature many factors play into seeds successfully germinating. At first, the two most important factors are warmth and water. It is very important that your Crack-a-Head is placed in an environment with a temperature of 60 degrees or warmer (actually warmer is better, ideally 70 to 80 degrees is OK). Warmth triggers the seeds to start to germinate as if it is spring. When first cracked, water the top of the Crack-a-Head, thereafter always keep the tray full of water. If your Crack-a-Head dries out, then the delicate germination process may be disrupted.

How much Sunlight does my Crack-a-Head need?

Once the seedling appears above the soil’s surface, your Crack-a-Head should receive two to four hours of good sunlight each day. Before the seedling appears, it is not necessary to have full sunlight. In fact, it is best at that time to place the Crack-a-Head somewhere with filtered or indirect sunlight.

How much water does my Crack-a-Head need?

The Crack-a-Head drinks a lot. Water it every day and be sure that you always have water in the tray. You may also wish to keep the top soil of the eggling moist, although this is not strictly necessary, it may be helpful in drier climates. If you live in a dry, hot summer climate, water twice a day and you may want use a larger bowl of water to keep the Crack-a-Head watered.

What can I do to make my Crack-a-Head grow faster and fuller?

It is critical to prune your plant for best results. Do this by thinning your plant out after the seedlings have emerged. You need to have only a few hearty seedlings to produce results. Maintain your plant once it is growing by cutting any dry leaves from the bottom of the stem. When your plants are 8-10 inches tall, you can prune the top and they will grow fuller.

How long can my Crack-a-Head last?

Your Crack-a-Head will grow for 2 to 4 months (depending on conditions), after that it is recommended that your Crack-a-Head be transplanted to the ground or a larger pot. Do this by digging a hole the size of the Crack-a-Head in the ground or in the potting soil of a pot. Then holding the Crack-a-Head over the hole, crack the sides of the Crack-a-Head. You should expose the root ball that has formed in the Crack-a-Head. Place it into the hole. Break the remaining pieces of the Crack-a-Head and place in the soil. The shell is natural clay and will dissolve over time.

Is the Crack-a-Head guaranteed?

Everything has been done to ensure your success in growing your Crack-a-Head— the product is manufactured to the highest standards using superior seeds and peat mixture. But the product is not guaranteed to grow. If it does not work at first, put some of the extra seeds into the Crack-a-Head and give it another try. You can grow any seed type for grass or herbs in your Crack-a-Head!

Can I order Crack-a-Head in bulk for a special event?

Possibly, for orders 144 units or more please call noted at 800-600-7216, or write to sales@notedco.com for US. If you are outside the USA, please email enquiry@notedco.com for our EU headquarters.

Are the herbs from my Crack-a-Head usable in the kitchen?

Like our Eggling and Taterpots, the Crack-a-Head grows useable kitchen herbs.