A seed-based intervention using mesh “seed bags” is a promising long-term approach to restore degraded seagrass meadows, particularly in more sheltered coastal areas. In this method, small mesh bags filled with seagrass seeds or fertile root cuttings are dispersed across the seafloor. These bags protect seeds from currents, allowing them to settle and germinate securely. Using adult plants, such as bare-rooted shoots, often enhances success rates and speeds up establishment, making this approach both effective and relatively low maintenance. Additionally, the flexibility of seed bag placement enables restoration efforts in deeper waters when sufficient anchoring materials, like rope or string, are available. This large-scale restoration technique offers an efficient and scalable way to rehabilitate seagrass meadows, fostering critical marine habitats and improving ecosystem health.
Seedbags
Intervention Goals
- Increase vegetation
- Erosion prevention
- Improve water quality