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Who says wedding favours have to be forgotten by the time your guests get home? If you’re looking for something unique, meaningful, and full of life, kokedama wedding favours are the perfect choice! These beautiful moss-covered plants are more than just a gift—they’re a little piece of nature your guests can enjoy long after the big day.
What Are Kokedamas?
Kokedamas are one of the most beautiful and unique ways to display plants. They replace traditional flower pots with a natural living sphere. Originating in Japan, this traditional gardening art replaces ordinary flower pots with handcrafted balls of soil wrapped in soft, natural moss. The result is a stunning living decoration that combines simplicity, elegance, and nature in a single design. Whether displayed in a decorative bowl, placed on a table, or suspended with string, kokedamas bring a fresh, peaceful touch to any space. Their timeless beauty, eco-friendly appeal, and handmade charm have made them a popular choice for home décor, thoughtful gifts, and unforgettable wedding favours.
Want to learn more about Kokedamas? Read more on Wikipedia.
What you need
- Small plants
- Moss {Sheet moss or sphagnum moss}
- Potting soil {70% bonsai soil and 30% peat moss}
- Cotton or jute string
- Scissors
- Optional: ribbon and gift tags
- A bowl of water to moisten the soil
Step-by-Step Guide
- Prep the plant: Remove your plant from its pot and gently shake off excess dirt from the roots.
- Mix the mud: Combine the peat and bonsai soil with water until it forms a thick, moldable clay ball.
- Insert the plant: Split the clay ball in half, place the roots inside, and mold it back into a solid sphere.
- Wrap with moss: Wrap sheets of damp moss around the entire exterior of the soil ball until fully covered.
- Secure with string: Wind your string firmly around the ball in multiple directions and tie it off to secure the shape.
Why they’re perfect for weddings
- Eco-friendly – no plastic packaging needed.
- Affordable – especially when made in batches.
- Easy to personalise – add tags with names or the wedding date.
- Elegant – they fit rustic, boho, garden, and modern weddings.
- Memorable – guests keep a living plant instead of a disposable favour.
The Best Plants for Kokedama Wedding Favours
When making kokedama wedding favours, choose plants that are small, hardy, and easy to care for. Your guests will appreciate a plant that stays healthy with minimal attention. Great choices include Succulents, Spider Plants, Pothos, Peace Lilies . These varieties are compact, beautiful, and long-lasting, making them perfect keepsakes that will remind your guests of your special day every time they see them growing.