Seed Smoke Treatment 

100ml easy pump bottle of liquid Seed Smoke Treatment containing powerful naturally derived chemicals (Karrikins) that help trigger germination of many hard-to-grow seeds, including many Australian Native and South African native seeds.

Simply dilute 1 part Seed Smoke Treatment per 10 parts water (or 10 pumps per 50mls), and soak your seeds overnight before sowing. 

Many Australian Native seed species have evolved to remain dormant until exposed to bushfires, specifically the chemical group known as Karrikins that are naturally released by burning wood. 

Our Australian Native Seed Smoke Treatment  is a convenient, mess free and easy way  to mimic bushfire conditions and is ideal for home gardeners, native plant enthusiasts, schools and revegetation projects, where large volumes of smoke treatment is not required. 

Packaged in a reusable and recyclable 100ml amber glass pump bottle, it's simple to measure exactly the amount you need—no droppers or measuring spoons required.

Why use smoke treatment?

Many Australian native plants have evolved alongside fire. Following a bushfire, naturally occurring compounds in smoke help trigger germination in species that may otherwise remain dormant.

Our liquid smoke treatment is suitable for many smoke-responsive Australian native seeds, including selected species of:

• Grevillea
• Banksia
• Hakea
• Boronia
• Some native wildflowers (except everlasting daisies)
• Other Australian natives that benefit from smoke treatment

Not all Australian native seeds require smoke treatment. Always check the germination requirements for your chosen species.

Features

• Concentrated liquid smoke treatment for seeds
• Easy-to-use pump bottle for accurate measuring
• Premium 100ml amber glass bottle
• Simple overnight seed soak
• Ideal for Australian native seed raising
• Suitable for home gardeners, schools and commercial growers
• A little goes a long way

Ingredients

• Water
• Wood smoke
• Emulsifier

Directions

1. Add 10 pumps (approximately 5ml) of concentrate to 50ml of clean water. Use near-boiling water for seeds that also require heat treatment.
2. Place seeds into the diluted solution.
3. Soak seeds overnight (approximately 12 hours).
4. Remove the seeds and sow immediately into a quality seed raising mix.
5. Keep the growing medium evenly moist during germination.

Prepare fresh solution each time for best results.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Shake well before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is seed smoke treatment?

Seed smoke treatment is a solution containing naturally occurring smoke-derived compounds that can stimulate germination in many Australian native species adapted to fire-prone environments.

Which seeds should I use it on?

It is best suited to Australian native seeds known to respond to smoke treatment, including many Grevillea, Banksia, Hakea, Boronia and certain native wildflower species. It is not necessary for all Australian natives.

How much solution does one bottle make?

Each 100ml bottle makes approximately 1 litre of diluted smoke treatment, enough to treat many batches of seed.

Give your native seeds the best possible start

Whether you're growing a handful of native wildflowers or raising hundreds of seedlings, our Australian Native Seed Smoke Treatment provides a simple, reliable way to replicate one of nature's most remarkable germination signals and help improve success when growing Australian natives from seed.