"Dr. Rev. Chuck, M.D. P.A." wrote in message ...

Seeds can be birdproofed by encapsulating them in a mix of pottery clay
and compost. Mix up a pound or so of dry materials, then add your seed.
Moisten, then force through a 3/8" wire mesh to create pellets. Let dry.
Toss out handfuls, water, and wait.

Thanks, this is very helpful and I am definitely going to do it. A
couple of questions:

1. I can get the compost and wire mesh from Home Depot but where do I
buy the pottery clay from locally in the small quantities that I need?
Will a nursery carry it?

2. Can you provide a rough mixing ratio between clay and compost? I'm
afraid if I put too much clay, the pellets will harden and the seeds
won't be able to break out and germinate.

Again, my heartfelt gratitude for this wonderful idea.

ftt