My Top Recommended Seed Starting Supplies

1.) Plug Trays (also called Inserts)
We have finally found extremely durable plant trays! These trays can stand up to our harsh farm conditions and will be an important part of your seed starting supplies for years to come. The 32 cell tray is the most versatile of the trays. You can utilize it for most veggies and flowers. These trays are exceptional for tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and vegetable crops that need extra space in the pots before planting out.
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2.) Bottom watering trays - Essential for spring and summer seed starting!
We recommend bottom watering when possible. To do so, you should be using a watering tray that is durable that you can drop the insert or plug trays into. Here are the most durable 10x20 trays on the market. [ Ссылка ]

Make sure you purchase trays that do not have drain holes in them. As you can use these with other recycled trays and planting applications.

3.) Humidity Domes to create a greenhouse effect
If you are starting seeds in an area that does not hold in humidity. These extra-strength humidity domes will prove extra humidity for your plants and are essential for the quick and even germination of your seeds. [ Ссылка ]

We understand that these products are expensive, but they come with a 2-year warranty and they will last you much, much longer than that. They are made from recycled plastic and your investment in quality seed starting supplies will reward your garden season after season. Over our decade of growing seriously, we have used every tray, pot, and insert out there. These are the best that we have found. We hope you love them too!

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People often ask me what size and kind of seed starting tray they should buy, and there are so many options out there!

You can re-use six packs that you already have around. Using something you already have is a great way to minimize waste. However, some six-pack trays are not recyclable, they have wasted space, and most of them are very flimsy or prone to breaking.

When you're ready to make an investment in your garden and seed starting, we recommend these Plug Trays from Boostrap! This one comes with 32 cells, and they're deep to accommodate plants with long roots or to give yourself more time before planting into the ground (versus having to pot plants up).

No matter what you use for your starters, we HIGHLY recommend a tray. A properly sized tray captures and retains moisture so your soil and seedlings can access water when needed. This bottom-watering method is a great way to ensure your plants get the attention they need without the time commitment. Keep an eye on the water level and quality, but this method means you'll need to check in every few days instead of watering daily.

Got questions about the equipment we use? Let us know in a comment!

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