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The best seed starting trays to shop, according to pro gardeners
Apr 4, 2025
Whether you’re interested in gardening as a hobby, a side hustle or simply want beautiful blooms in your space, you’ll need some basic essentials. Besides durable gloves, a raised bed and other gardening supplies, a seed starting tray can help to jumpstart your journey too.
To help you choose the best ones, I consulted gardening experts for shopping advice and compiled a list of their recommendations — bestselling brands like Gardener’s Supply and Burpee are included.
Frequently asked questions
Seed starting trays are shallow trays with multiple small plots (called cells) organized in a grid, which help to germinate seeds for gardeners of all skill levels. Trays are typically made from plastic, biodegradable or compostable material, the latter of which can be planted directly into the ground. “[A seed starting tray] differs from planters or pots in that the space for the seed and eventual plant to grow is much smaller,” says Carmen DeVito, a professional garden designer and the founder of Garden Cult.
Some people use seed starting trays as a starting point for sprouting seedlings — “They are essentially temporary homes for your seedlings to grow until they are ready to go out into the garden or into their permanent homes in containers,” says DeVito. Seed starting trays also have drainage holes to prevent overwatering.
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