At Quality Plants & Seedlings (QPS), weāre passionate about reducing waste and making sure every plant has a purpose. Thatās where Critter Crunch comes in ā our quirky, sustainable solution for seedlings that have outgrown their trays or missed their peak transplanting window.
š„¬ What is Critter Crunch?
Critter Crunch is our lovingly curated section of overgrown, perfectly edible seedlings. These little guys may be too big for a standard veggie garden transplant, but theyāre still full of life ā and flavour! We offer them at a super affordable price, and theyāre ideal for:
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Chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs and other hungry herbivores
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Composting or worm farms
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Greens lovers who want to harvest now for a quick stir-fry, smoothie, or salad
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Budget gardeners looking for a bargain or something to experiment with
š± Why We Do It
In the nursery world, not every seedling can be sold at just the right time. Trays grow faster than expected, weather changes planting schedules, or demand shifts suddenly. Instead of tossing them out, we repurpose them through Critter Crunch ā keeping plants out of the bin and in someoneās backyard (or chicken coop).
Itās one of the many ways we stick to our values:
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Minimising waste
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Keeping prices fair
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Supporting gardeners and critters alike
š How to Grab Some
Youāll find Critter Crunch options listed on our website and available for click & collect or local delivery. Stock rotates weekly, and itās first come, first served ā so if you see something your bunnies would love, donāt wait!
Keep an eye out for:
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Rocket
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Kale
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Mustard greens
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Lettuce mixes
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Beetroot tops
ā¦and whatever else is thriving a little too well that week!
š A Win-Win for All
From chickens gobbling up leafy greens to backyard compost heaps getting a nutrient boost ā Critter Crunch is a small idea thatās had a big impact. Plus, it feels good knowing these plants still have a purpose.
Got critters to feed or just love a good garden bargain?
Check out the Critter Crunch section next time you shop with us.
