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Garland Midi Garden Tray Green Without Holes - 37.5 x 23 x 6cm Watertight Tray

£1.67

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The Garland Midi Garden Tray Green Without Holes is a versatile, watertight growing and watering tray measuring 37.5 x 23 x 6cm. Its solid, unperforated base makes it ideal for bottom watering plants, collecting irrigation run-off and protecting greenhouse benches, shelves and other growing surfaces.

Sharing the same practical footprint as Garland's Standard Seed Tray, the Midi Garden Tray provides a useful medium-sized platform for groups of pots, propagation containers and young plants. The important difference is the base: this version has no drainage holes, so water remains contained within the tray rather than passing through.

The 6cm high sides provide useful depth for holding irrigation water and containing loose growing media or potting debris. This makes the tray suitable for professional nurseries, greenhouse production, propagation areas and general gardening applications.

Why choose the Garland Midi Garden Tray?

37.5 x 23cm footprint - a practical medium-sized tray for greenhouse, nursery and general growing use.
6cm high sides - help contain water, growing media and general potting debris.
Solid base without holes - retains irrigation water rather than allowing it to drain through.
Ideal for bottom watering - suitable beneath compatible pots and propagation containers with drainage holes.
Collects irrigation run-off - helps protect benches, shelving and other surfaces.
Useful plant grouping tray - organise multiple compatible pots or young plants in one manageable area.
Versatile work tray - useful for watering, propagation, transplanting and small potting jobs.
Compatible with several Garland propagator lids - can form the base of different covered propagation setups.
Green finish - traditional Garland colour for greenhouse and garden use.

Ideal for bottom watering pots & young plants

The Garland Midi Garden Tray provides a convenient way to bottom water compatible plant pots and propagation containers. Because the tray has a solid base, water can be added directly to the tray and retained around containers placed inside it.

Growing media can then absorb moisture through the drainage holes in individual pots or cells. This provides an alternative to watering from above and can be particularly useful with young plants or where growers want to avoid repeatedly disturbing the surface of the growing medium.

The amount of water and length of time containers remain in the tray should always be adjusted to suit the crop, container size, substrate and growing conditions. Unwanted standing water should be removed where appropriate.

Contain irrigation run-off

The solid base also makes the Midi Garden Tray useful as a drip and run-off collection tray. Pots can drain normally after watering while excess water is retained within the tray rather than reaching the surface underneath.

This can help keep greenhouse staging, propagation benches, shelves and other growing areas cleaner and easier to manage. It is also useful where several compatible pots need to be grouped together and watered as a batch.

With a footprint of 37.5 x 23cm, the tray offers substantially more working area than Garland's smaller garden tray while remaining compact enough to fit conveniently into many propagation and greenhouse layouts.

Compatible with Garland propagator lids

The Garland Midi Garden Tray shares its 37.5 x 23cm format with Garland's standard propagation system and can be combined with several compatible lids.

Garland Large Budget Propagator Lid	GA0014
Garland Large Budget Vented Propagator Lid	GA0015
Garland Large High Dome Propagator Lid	GA0018
Garland Large High Dome Propagator with Holes Lid	GA0020

Using the solid-base Midi Garden Tray within a propagator setup can be particularly useful where pots, cells or other propagation containers are being used inside the tray and controlled watering from below is required.

Compatible Garland propagator lids are available separately and are not included with this tray.

Useful throughout the greenhouse & nursery

Bottom watering	Use beneath compatible pots and propagation containers to provide irrigation water from below.
Run-off collection	Captures drainage from pots and helps protect the growing surface underneath.
Young plant organisation	Provides a convenient contained area for grouping compatible pots and young plants.
Propagation	Can be used as a solid watering base beneath pots, cells and other compatible propagation containers.
Potting & transplanting	The raised sides help contain loose growing media and debris during smaller potting jobs.
Covered propagation	Compatible with several Garland propagator lids for creating different covered propagation setups.

Midi Garden Tray or Standard Seed Tray?

The Garland Midi Garden Tray and Standard Seed Tray share the same 37.5 x 23 x 6cm overall dimensions, but they are designed to handle water differently.

Feature	Midi Garden Tray	Standard Seed Tray
Dimensions	37.5 x 23 x 6cm	37.5 x 23 x 6cm
Base	Solid, without drainage holes	Perforated with drainage holes
Water handling	Retains water & irrigation run-off	Allows excess irrigation water to drain through
Bottom watering	Suitable for compatible pots & containers	Requires a separate solid tray underneath
Typical use	Watering, run-off collection & surface protection	Free-draining seed propagation

Choose the Midi Garden Tray without holes when water retention, bottom watering or run-off collection is required. Choose the perforated Standard Seed Tray when free drainage through the base is the priority.

Garland Midi Garden Tray Green Without Holes product details

Manufacturer	Garland
Product type	Solid-base garden & watering tray
Colour	Green
Dimensions	37.5 x 23 x 6cm
Base	Solid, without drainage holes
Water retention	Watertight base for holding water & collecting run-off
Compatible lid	Garland Large Budget Propagator Lid (GA0014)
Compatible vented lid	Garland Large Budget Vented Propagator Lid (GA0015)
Compatible high dome lid	Garland Large High Dome Propagator Lid (GA0018)
Additional compatible lid	Garland Large High Dome Propagator with Holes Lid (GA0020)
Outer case quantity	25 trays
Primary applications	Bottom watering, irrigation run-off collection, propagation, pot organisation & surface protection

Garland Midi Garden Tray Green Without Holes FAQs

What size is the Garland Midi Garden Tray?

The tray measures 37.5cm long x 23cm wide x 6cm high.

Does the Garland Midi Garden Tray have drainage holes?

No. This version has a solid base without drainage holes, so water and irrigation run-off are retained within the tray.

Is the Garland Midi Garden Tray watertight?

Yes. Its solid, unperforated base is designed to retain water, making the tray useful for bottom watering and collecting drainage from plant pots.

Can the Midi Garden Tray be used for bottom watering?

Yes. Compatible pots and propagation containers with drainage holes can be placed inside the tray and supplied with water from below.

What is the difference between the Midi Garden Tray and Standard Seed Tray?

Both measure 37.5 x 23 x 6cm. The Midi Garden Tray has a solid base that retains water, while the Standard Seed Tray has drainage holes that allow excess water to escape.

Can the tray be used underneath plant pots?

Yes. It is well suited to grouping compatible pots together and collecting irrigation water that drains from them.

Which Garland propagator lids fit the Midi Garden Tray?

Compatible options include the Garland Large Budget Propagator Lid GA0014, Large Budget Vented Propagator Lid GA0015, Large High Dome Propagator Lid GA0018 and Large High Dome Propagator with Holes Lid GA0020.

Are any propagator lids included?

No. This product is the green Garland Midi Garden Tray. Compatible propagator lids are available separately.

Can I use the tray for potting and transplanting?

Yes. The 6cm sides help contain loose growing media and debris, making the tray useful for smaller potting, transplanting and plant maintenance jobs.

Is the tray suitable for professional greenhouse and nursery use?

Yes. Its medium-sized format is useful for bottom watering, organising batches of young plants, collecting run-off and managing propagation containers on greenhouse and nursery benches.

How many Garland Midi Garden Trays are in an outer case?

The outer case quantity is 25 trays.

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Garland Midi Garden Tray Black Without Holes - 37.5 x 23 x 6cm Watertight Tray

£1.40

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The Garland Midi Garden Tray Black Without Holes is a practical solid-base growing and watering tray measuring 37.5 x 23 x 6cm. With no drainage holes, it retains water and irrigation run-off, making it ideal for bottom watering pots, protecting greenhouse benches and keeping growing areas cleaner and easier to manage.

Its footprint matches Garland's Standard Seed Tray format, providing a useful medium-sized tray for groups of pots, propagation containers and young plants. The key difference is the solid base. Instead of allowing water to drain through, the Midi Garden Tray keeps it contained within the tray.

The 6cm high sides provide useful depth for holding irrigation water while also helping to contain loose growing media and general potting debris. This makes the tray useful in professional nurseries, greenhouses, propagation areas and general garden growing setups.

Why choose the Garland Midi Garden Tray?

37.5 x 23cm footprint - a useful medium-sized format for pots, young plants and propagation containers.
6cm high sides - help contain water, growing media and general potting debris.
Solid base without drainage holes - retains water rather than allowing it to drain through.
Ideal for bottom watering - suitable beneath compatible pots and containers with their own drainage holes.
Collects irrigation run-off - helps protect greenhouse benches, shelves and other growing surfaces.
Useful for grouping plants - keep several compatible pots or young plants together in one manageable tray.
Versatile work tray - useful for watering, propagation, transplanting and small potting jobs.
Compatible with Garland propagator lids - can form the solid base of several covered propagation configurations.
Black finish - practical for professional nursery, greenhouse and general garden use.

Ideal for bottom watering

The Garland Midi Garden Tray provides a simple way to bottom water compatible pots and propagation containers. Because the tray has no drainage holes, water can be added directly to the tray and retained around containers placed inside it.

Growing media can then absorb moisture through the drainage openings in individual pots or cells. This provides an alternative to watering from above and can be particularly useful with seedlings and young plants where disturbing the surface of the growing medium is undesirable.

The amount of water required will depend on the crop, pot size, growing medium and environmental conditions. Plants should be monitored during watering and unwanted standing water removed where appropriate.

Collect irrigation run-off & protect surfaces

The solid base also allows the Midi Garden Tray to function as a convenient run-off collection tray. Pots can drain after watering while excess water remains contained within the tray rather than reaching the bench, shelf or surface underneath.

This makes it useful for greenhouse staging, nursery benches, propagation areas and other locations where irrigation water needs to be controlled. Several compatible pots can be grouped together, helping to create an organised watering area for batches of plants.

The 37.5 x 23cm footprint provides considerably more usable space than Garland's smaller garden trays while remaining compact and easy to position within established growing areas.

Compatible with Garland propagator lids

The Garland Midi Garden Tray shares its dimensions with Garland's standard propagation tray format and is compatible with several Garland propagator lids.

Garland Large Budget Propagator Lid	GA0014
Garland Large Budget Vented Propagator Lid	GA0015
Garland Large High Dome Propagator Lid	GA0018
Garland Large High Dome Propagator with Holes Lid	GA0020

Using a solid-base tray within a propagator setup is particularly useful where pots, cells or other propagation containers are placed inside the tray and watering from below is required.

Compatible Garland propagator lids are available separately and are not included with this tray.

Useful throughout the greenhouse & nursery

Bottom watering	Use beneath compatible pots and propagation containers to provide irrigation water from below.
Run-off collection	Captures drainage from plant pots and helps protect the growing surface underneath.
Young plant organisation	Provides a convenient contained area for grouping compatible pots and young plants.
Propagation	Useful as a solid watering base beneath compatible cells, pots and other propagation containers.
Potting & transplanting	The 6cm sides help contain loose growing media and debris during smaller potting jobs.
Covered propagation	Compatible with several Garland propagator lids for creating different covered propagation setups.

Midi Garden Tray or Standard Seed Tray?

The Garland Midi Garden Tray and Garland Standard Seed Tray share the same 37.5 x 23 x 6cm overall dimensions. The important difference is whether water is retained or allowed to drain away.

Feature	Midi Garden Tray	Standard Seed Tray
Dimensions	37.5 x 23 x 6cm	37.5 x 23 x 6cm
Base	Solid, without drainage holes	Perforated with drainage holes
Water handling	Retains water & irrigation run-off	Allows excess water to drain through
Bottom watering	Suitable for compatible pots & containers	Requires a separate solid tray underneath
Typical use	Watering, run-off collection & surface protection	Free-draining seed propagation

Garland Midi Garden Tray Black Without Holes product details

Manufacturer	Garland
Product type	Solid-base garden & watering tray
Colour	Black
Dimensions	37.5 x 23 x 6cm
Base	Solid, without drainage holes
Water retention	Watertight base for holding water & collecting run-off
Compatible lid	Garland Large Budget Propagator Lid (GA0014)
Compatible vented lid	Garland Large Budget Vented Propagator Lid (GA0015)
Compatible high dome lid	Garland Large High Dome Propagator Lid (GA0018)
Additional compatible lid	Garland Large High Dome Propagator with Holes Lid (GA0020)
Outer case quantity	25 trays
Primary applications	Bottom watering, irrigation run-off collection, propagation, pot organisation & surface protection

Garland Midi Garden Tray Black Without Holes FAQs

What size is the Garland Midi Garden Tray?

The tray measures 37.5cm long x 23cm wide x 6cm high.

Does the Garland Midi Garden Tray have drainage holes?

No. This version has a solid base without drainage holes, so water and irrigation run-off remain contained within the tray.

Is the Garland Midi Garden Tray watertight?

Yes. Its solid, unperforated base is designed to retain water, making it useful for bottom watering and collecting drainage from plant pots.

Can the Midi Garden Tray be used for bottom watering?

Yes. Compatible pots and propagation containers with drainage holes can be placed inside the tray and supplied with water from below.

What is the difference between the Midi Garden Tray and Standard Seed Tray?

Both measure 37.5 x 23 x 6cm. The Midi Garden Tray has a solid base that retains water, while the Standard Seed Tray has drainage holes that allow excess water to escape.

Can the tray be used underneath plant pots?

Yes. It is suitable for grouping compatible pots together and collecting irrigation water that drains from them.

Which Garland propagator lids fit the Midi Garden Tray?

Are any propagator lids included?

No. This product is the black Garland Midi Garden Tray. Compatible Garland propagator lids are available separately.

Can I use the tray for potting and transplanting?

Yes. The 6cm sides help contain loose growing media and debris, making the tray useful for smaller potting, transplanting and plant maintenance jobs.

Is the tray suitable for professional greenhouse and nursery use?

Yes. Its practical medium-sized format is useful for bottom watering, organising batches of young plants, collecting irrigation run-off and managing propagation containers on greenhouse and nursery benches.

How many Garland Midi Garden Trays are in an outer case?

The outer case quantity is 25 trays.

Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats 18 x 33cm - Biodegradable Hemp Fibre Propagation Mats

£4.65

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Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats provide a natural, soil-free growing medium for cultivating fresh microgreens at home, in greenhouses and in small-scale propagation environments. Made from hemp fibre bonded with natural latex, these biodegradable mats offer a practical alternative to conventional compost-based growing methods.

Measuring 33 x 18cm, the mats are designed to fit Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Trays and can also be used with many other compatible growing trays. They can be trimmed to size, making them suitable for different propagation setups and smaller growing containers.

Microgreens are young edible seedlings harvested shortly after germination. Growing them on a natural fibre mat provides a clean, convenient way to produce fresh greens without handling bags of compost or filling traditional seed trays with growing media.

The hemp fibres provide a surface for seeds to germinate and developing roots to establish. With appropriate moisture, light and growing conditions, the mats can support the production of a wide variety of suitable microgreen crops.

Why choose Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats?

Natural hemp fibre construction - made using hemp fibres bonded with natural latex.
Soil-free propagation - grow microgreens without filling trays with conventional compost.
Biodegradable and compostable - a natural fibre alternative to synthetic growing mats.
Plastic-free product and packaging - designed with reduced plastic use in mind.
Convenient 33 x 18cm format - designed for Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Trays.
Cut to fit - mats can be trimmed for use in smaller compatible trays.
Cleaner harvesting - eliminates loose compost from the growing surface, making harvested microgreens easier to handle.
Simple preparation - moisten the mat, distribute the seeds and maintain suitable growing conditions.
Suitable for indoor growing - useful for windowsills, growing shelves and other well-lit propagation areas.
Ideal for small batches - useful for growing different microgreen varieties in separate trays.

Natural hemp fibre growing medium

Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats are manufactured from hemp fibre with natural latex used to bind the fibres together.

The fibrous structure provides a growing surface that can be moistened before sowing. As seeds germinate, their roots develop into the mat, helping to hold the young plants in place during growth.

Unlike loose compost, a fibre mat does not need to be measured out or spread across a tray before every sowing. This can simplify preparation and reduce the amount of loose growing medium handled during propagation.

The mats are biodegradable and compostable, providing an alternative to synthetic propagation mats. After harvesting, the used mat and remaining root material can be composted where suitable composting facilities are available.

Material note: The mats contain hemp fibre and natural latex. They should not be described as being made entirely from hemp fibre.

How to grow microgreens using hemp mats

1. Prepare the growing tray

Place a growing mat inside a clean, suitable seed tray. The Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray is designed to accommodate the mat, although other appropriately sized trays can also be used.

If necessary, trim the mat with scissors to fit the tray.

2. Moisten the mat

Thoroughly moisten the mat with clean water before sowing. The fibres should be evenly damp to provide suitable moisture for germination.

Avoid leaving excessive standing water around the mat, as prolonged waterlogging can create unsuitable conditions for developing seedlings.

3. Sow the seeds

Distribute suitable microgreen seeds evenly across the surface, following the seed supplier's recommendations for sowing density and germination conditions.

Different crops require different sowing rates. Larger seeds may need more space than smaller-seeded varieties.

4. Maintain suitable growing conditions

Keep the mat consistently moist throughout germination and early growth. Provide the temperature, ventilation and lighting appropriate to the chosen crop.

Monitor moisture regularly, particularly in warm or well-ventilated environments where the mat may dry more quickly.

5. Harvest the microgreens

Once the crop reaches the appropriate harvesting stage, cut the shoots above the growing mat using clean scissors or another suitable harvesting tool.

Because the plants are grown without loose compost, harvesting can be cleaner and easier to manage.

Which microgreens can be grown on hemp mats?

Hemp growing mats can be used for many commonly cultivated microgreen varieties, provided their germination and moisture requirements are suitable for this type of growing medium.

Microgreen crop	Growing considerations
Radish	A popular microgreen crop with relatively rapid establishment under suitable conditions.
Broccoli	Small seeds suitable for producing tender young shoots.
Mustard	Useful for producing peppery-flavoured microgreens.
Rocket	Produces distinctive-flavoured young leaves and requires careful moisture management.
Pea shoots	Larger seeds require appropriate preparation, spacing and sufficient moisture during establishment.
Sunflower	Larger seeds require suitable sowing density and careful management of moisture and airflow.

Always use seeds intended for edible sprouting or microgreen production. Not all plant species are suitable for consumption as microgreens.

Ideal for home growing & small-scale production

Microgreens Growing Mats are particularly useful where a compact, straightforward growing method is preferred.

Windowsill growing	Produce small batches of fresh microgreens in a suitable tray where adequate light and growing conditions are available.
Greenhouse propagation	Use in protected growing environments with appropriate temperature, ventilation and moisture management.
Microgreen trials	Useful for testing different varieties, sowing densities and growing conditions in separate trays.
Small-scale production	Provides a convenient growing medium for repeat microgreen sowings.
Educational growing projects	Allows germination and seedling development to be observed without conventional compost.

Hemp growing mats vs traditional compost

Both natural fibre mats and conventional propagation compost can be used to grow suitable microgreen crops. The most appropriate choice depends on the crop, growing system and preferred method of cultivation.

Feature	Hemp Growing Mat	Propagation Compost
Preparation	Place the mat in a tray and moisten before sowing.	Fill the tray with a suitable depth of growing medium.
Growing medium	Natural hemp fibre bonded with latex.	Loose compost or other propagation substrate.
Harvesting	No loose compost around the harvested shoots.	Loose growing medium may require additional care during harvesting.
Tray compatibility	Can be cut to fit compatible trays.	Can be used in a wide range of containers.
Nutrition	Primarily provides physical support and moisture; crop nutrition depends on the growing method.	May provide nutrients depending on the compost formulation.

Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats product details

Brand	Haxnicks
Product type	Microgreens propagation growing mats
Manufacturer reference	MICRO020101
Mat dimensions	33 x 18cm
Material	Natural hemp fibre with natural latex
Growing method	Soil-free microgreen propagation
Tray compatibility	Designed for Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Trays; can be trimmed for other compatible trays
Biodegradable	Yes
Compostable	Yes
Plastic-free	Product and packaging
Primary applications	Microgreen production, seed germination and soil-free propagation

Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats FAQs

What are Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats made from?

They are made from natural hemp fibre bonded with natural latex. The combination creates a fibrous growing surface suitable for soil-free microgreen production.

Do I need compost when using these mats?

No. The mats are designed to provide a growing medium for microgreens without the need for conventional compost.

What size are the growing mats?

Each mat measures approximately 33 x 18cm and can be trimmed to fit smaller compatible growing trays.

Which trays are compatible with the mats?

They are designed to fit Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Trays and can also be used with other suitably sized growing trays.

Can I cut the growing mats to size?

Yes. The mats can be trimmed with scissors to suit smaller trays or different propagation layouts.

Do microgreens need fertiliser when grown on hemp mats?

Many microgreen crops can complete their short growing cycle using nutrients stored within the seed. However, requirements vary by species, growing duration and production method. The mat itself should not be treated as a fertiliser.

Can the mats be used more than once?

They are best treated as single-crop growing media. Roots become established within the fibres during cultivation, making it difficult to remove all plant material after harvesting.

Are the mats biodegradable and compostable?

Yes. Haxnicks identifies the hemp and natural latex mats as biodegradable and compostable.

Can I grow microgreens indoors?

Yes. The mats are suitable for indoor microgreen growing when used in an appropriate tray with sufficient light, ventilation and temperature control.

How do I prevent the growing mat from drying out?

Check moisture regularly and add clean water when required. The mat should remain appropriately moist during germination without becoming excessively waterlogged.

How do I reduce the risk of mould during propagation?

Use clean trays, suitable seeds and clean water. Avoid excessive moisture, maintain appropriate airflow and follow crop-specific growing guidance. Discard crops showing signs of spoilage or contamination.

Can I grow any type of seed as a microgreen?

No. Only grow plant species suitable for consumption at the microgreen stage. Use seeds intended for edible microgreen or sprouting production and follow the supplier's growing instructions.

What are the advantages of using a growing mat instead of compost?

Growing mats eliminate loose compost from the propagation tray, simplify preparation and provide a cleaner growing surface for harvesting young shoots.

Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray 37 x 21 x 5.5cm - Reusable Biodegradable Propagation Tray

£6.30

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The Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray is a reusable, biodegradable propagation tray made from sustainable bamboo fibre, rice starch and resin derived from naturally occurring organic compounds. Measuring 37 x 21 x 5.5cm, it provides a practical alternative to conventional plastic seed trays for seed sowing, raising seedlings and growing microgreens.

Designed for repeated use, this sage green seed tray combines the convenience of a traditional propagation tray with materials that can be composted at the end of their useful life. Haxnicks states that its bamboo seed trays are designed to last for five years or more under normal use, making them a long-term alternative to disposable propagation products.

One of the tray's most useful features is its optional drainage system. The base is supplied without open drainage holes, allowing it to retain water for indoor growing and bottom watering. When drainage is required, the pre-marked holes can be pushed out using the tip of a garden trowel.

Suitable for indoor and outdoor growing, the Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray is particularly useful for gardeners, propagation enthusiasts and growers looking to reduce their reliance on petroleum-based plastic products.

Why choose the Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray?

Sustainable bamboo-based construction - manufactured using bamboo fibre, rice starch and resin derived from naturally occurring organic compounds.
Reusable for 5+ years - designed for repeated growing seasons rather than single-use propagation.
Biodegradable and compostable - can be broken down in a suitable composting environment at the end of its useful life.
Free from petroleum-based plastics and BPA - an alternative to conventional plastic seed trays.
Optional drainage holes - supplied with a solid base and pre-marked sections that can be pushed out when drainage is required.
Versatile 37 x 21 x 5.5cm format - suitable for seed sowing, propagation and growing microgreens.
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use - ideal for windowsills, greenhouses, garden growing areas and propagation benches.
Compatible with Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats - provides a convenient tray for soil-free microgreen cultivation.
Attractive sage green finish - a practical and distinctive alternative to traditional black plastic propagation trays.
Home compostable at end of life - Haxnicks advises breaking the tray into smaller pieces to assist decomposition.

Made from sustainable bamboo-based materials

The Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray forms part of the manufacturer's range of sustainable gardening products, developed to provide alternatives to conventional petroleum-based plastic pots and propagation accessories.

The tray is manufactured from a combination of:

Bamboo fibre - a plant-derived material sourced from a rapidly growing renewable resource.
Rice starch - a plant-based component used within the composite material.
Resin derived from naturally occurring organic compounds - used to bind the materials together and form the finished tray.

The resulting material is free from petroleum-based plastics and BPA. Unlike disposable fibre propagation containers intended to break down quickly, the Haxnicks tray is designed to remain in use for multiple growing seasons before being composted.

This combination of durability and compostability makes it particularly appealing to growers who want to reduce single-use plastic consumption without replacing their seed trays after every crop.

Optional drainage holes for flexible watering

One of the distinguishing features of the Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray is its adaptable drainage system.

The tray is supplied without open drainage holes. This allows it to retain water when used indoors, beneath pots or with suitable growing mats.

If drainage is required, the pre-marked sections in the base can be pushed out using the tip of a garden trowel or another suitable blunt gardening tool.

Using the tray without drainage holes

Leaving the base intact is useful for:

Indoor growing where irrigation water needs to be contained.
Bottom watering compatible pots and propagation containers.
Growing microgreens on suitable fibre growing mats.
Protecting windowsills and growing surfaces from irrigation run-off.

When using the tray without drainage holes, take care not to overwater. Excess moisture can accumulate in the base and create unsuitable conditions for developing seedlings.

Using the tray with drainage holes

Opening the pre-marked drainage holes allows excess irrigation water to escape from the tray, making it more suitable for direct seed sowing into propagation compost.

This configuration is particularly useful for greenhouse propagation, where free drainage can help prevent growing media from remaining excessively wet.

Important: Once the drainage sections have been removed, the tray will no longer retain water through its base. Place a suitable collection tray underneath when using it on surfaces that require protection.

Suitable for seed sowing, seedlings & microgreens

The Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray can be used for a variety of propagation applications, depending on the growing medium and whether the drainage holes have been opened.

Application	How the tray can be used
Seed sowing	Fill with suitable seed compost and sow vegetable, herb or flower seeds. Open the drainage holes where free drainage is required.
Raising seedlings	Provide a contained growing area for young plants during early development.
Microgreens	Use with compatible hemp growing mats or other suitable growing media for soil-free microgreen production.
Bottom watering	Leave the base intact and use beneath compatible pots or propagation containers with drainage openings.
Greenhouse propagation	Use on greenhouse benches or staging for seasonal seed sowing and young plant production.
Windowsill growing	Grow small batches of suitable crops indoors with appropriate light and moisture management.

Ideal for use with Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats

The Bamboo Seed Tray is designed to work with Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats, providing a convenient setup for producing microgreens without conventional compost.

The natural hemp fibre mats measure approximately 33 x 18cm and fit within the Bamboo Seed Tray. They provide a fibrous growing surface for seed germination and early root development.

To use the two products together:

Place a Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mat inside the Bamboo Seed Tray.
Moisten the mat evenly with clean water.
Distribute suitable microgreen seeds across the surface.
Maintain appropriate moisture, temperature, ventilation and light for the chosen crop.
Harvest the microgreens when they reach the required stage of development.

For this application, leaving the tray's drainage holes intact allows water to be retained beneath the mat. However, moisture should be monitored carefully to avoid excessive standing water.

Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats are available separately.

Reusable for 5+ years & compostable at end of life

Although manufactured from biodegradable materials, the Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray is designed to be durable enough for repeated use.

Haxnicks states that its bamboo pots and seed trays have an expected useful life of five years or more, depending on how they are used and maintained.

Between growing cycles, remove remaining compost and plant material, clean the tray appropriately and allow it to dry before storage.

When the tray eventually reaches the end of its useful life, it can be added to a suitable home composting system.

Haxnicks advises that composting may take approximately 6-12 months, depending on composting conditions. Breaking the tray into smaller pieces before adding it to an active compost heap can help speed up decomposition.

This offers an alternative end-of-life route to conventional petroleum-based plastic seed trays.

Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray product details

Manufacturer	Haxnicks
Manufacturer product code	POT150101
Product type	Reusable biodegradable seed & propagation tray
Colour	Sage green
Dimensions	37 x 21 x 5.5cm
Material	Bamboo fibre, rice starch & resin derived from naturally occurring organic compounds
Drainage	Supplied without open drainage holes; pre-marked holes can be pushed out when required
Petroleum-based plastic free	Yes
BPA free	Yes
Biodegradable	Yes
Compostable	Yes, suitable for home composting
Expected useful life	5+ years under suitable conditions
Typical composting time	Approximately 6-12 months, depending on conditions
Suitable growing locations	Indoors, greenhouses & outdoor growing areas
Compatible accessory	Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mat 33 x 18cm, sold separately
Primary applications	Seed sowing, seedling propagation, microgreens & bottom watering

Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray FAQs

What is the Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray made from?

The tray is made from bamboo fibre, rice starch and resin derived from naturally occurring organic compounds. It is free from petroleum-based plastics and BPA.

What size is the Bamboo Seed Tray?

The tray measures approximately 37cm long x 21cm wide x 5.5cm high.

Does the Bamboo Seed Tray have drainage holes?

The tray is supplied without open drainage holes. Pre-marked sections in the base can be pushed out using the tip of a garden trowel when drainage is required.

Can I use the tray without opening the drainage holes?

Yes. Leaving the drainage sections intact allows the tray to retain water, making it useful for indoor growing, bottom watering and growing microgreens on suitable mats.

Can the Bamboo Seed Tray be reused?

Yes. Haxnicks designs its bamboo seed trays for repeated use and states an expected lifespan of five years or more under suitable conditions.

Is the Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray biodegradable?

Yes. The bamboo-based material is biodegradable and can be composted at the end of the tray's useful life.

Can the tray go into a home compost heap?

Yes. Haxnicks recommends breaking the tray into smaller pieces before adding it to an active compost heap. Decomposition typically takes approximately 6-12 months, depending on composting conditions.

Can I use the tray to grow microgreens?

Yes. The tray is suitable for microgreen production and can be used with Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats, which are available separately.

Will Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats fit inside?

Yes. The Haxnicks Microgreens Growing Mats measure approximately 33 x 18cm and are designed to fit inside the Bamboo Seed Tray.

Is the tray suitable for outdoor use?

Yes. Haxnicks specifies that the tray is suitable for indoor and outdoor growing, including greenhouse propagation and general garden seed sowing.

Can I sow seeds directly into the Bamboo Seed Tray?

Yes. The tray can be filled with suitable seed compost for direct sowing. Opening the pre-marked drainage holes is recommended where free drainage is needed.

How should I clean the tray between growing cycles?

Remove remaining compost and plant material, clean the tray with water and a suitable mild cleaning product, then allow it to dry before storing or reusing. Avoid unnecessary prolonged soaking during storage.

What makes this tray different from a conventional plastic seed tray?

The Haxnicks Bamboo Seed Tray is manufactured from bamboo-based materials rather than petroleum-based plastics. It is designed for repeated use and can be composted when it eventually reaches the end of its useful life.

The Plant Trays collection provides a broad range of plant handling solutions used throughout professional horticulture. From propagation and growing-on to transport and retail preparation, trays support safe, efficient movement and organisation of plants.

Supplied through trusted garden wholesalers, plant trays are essential for nurseries, growers and landscapers managing high plant volumes. This collection underpins efficient workflows across the horticultural supply chain.

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