Click on image for larger Photo What is a "plug"? A plug is simply a small seedling started from seeds in trays that are compact and allow a lot of seedlings to be grown in a small place. A plug can be transplanted into larger pots or in the case of groundcovers, directly into the ground.
To successfully grow plugs, you must have a premium blend of media, good moisture control and the right plant food for young seedlings. We have had so many requests from our gardening customers asking for help with this process that we decided to package everything into a kit so that the average greenhouse enthusiast could successfully grow their own economical plugs.
We offer premium grade nursery trays and the best seed starting medium available.
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For a seed starting medium, we use Wonder Soil Reground ( Wonder Soil Wafers that have been ground into powder form for fastest expansion and easy to use ). Wonder Soil is fertilizer-rich dehydrated peat which expands when you add water. One cup of our Wonder Soil Reground mixed with 16 ounces of water will expand to make 32 ounces volume of premium seed starting mix, we include 160 ounces of Wonder Soil Reground, more than enough to fill all of the five trays in the kit. Its coir-peat mixture with polymers and nutrients allows it to absorb, store and release water so that you have to water your plants much less often than you would with normal potting soil.
While it is great when used for seed sowing, plugs and transplants, it may also be used for growing flowers and vegetables in baskets and containers. It is a truly versatile mix that can be used for growing just about anything.
This mix includes a nutrient charge that is just right for young seedlings offering a mild plant food with micronutrients missing in most potting mixes.
Our kits contain everything you need except for the seeds to start your own plugs.
Each tray will produce 72 plugs, notice on the photo to the left, we have removed 4 plugs from the tray. Each kit will produce 360 plugs. Trays can be used over and over.
Note: The WonderSoil Wafers will keep for years stored in a dry enviroment, make them up only as you need them
Each Kit contains: 5 each ST1020WH Standard 1020 Nursery Trays with Drainage Holes 5 each ST1206 72 Cell Inserts that fits into the ST1020WH Trays 5 each ST1020CV Propagation Dome that fit over the ST1020 Trays to trap in warmth and moisture 1 each ST1020NH Standard 1020 Tray with No Holes, you use this as a "soaker" tray, simply put water in this tray ( usually about a quarter way full ), then place the trays holding the 72 cell inserts in this tray and the insert cells will absorb the water from the bottom, enabling you to water with disturbing the seeds. 160 Ounces ( Volume ) Wonder Soil Reground Mix 1 Each Mixing Bag for Wonder Soil Reground 1 Each 8 Ounce Measuring Cup for measuring Reground Mix and water
Note: These are heavy items, we can only ship these items inside the USA via UPS Ground Service, no exceptions.
Seedman's Plug Starting Kits $37.95 Per Kit
Wonder Soil Reground® Wonder Soil Reground is made from Wonder Soil wafers that have been reground into thousands of expanding granules. Easy to pour and expand where needed. A one lb. bag expands to 10 lbs. when rehydrated with water. This 160 ounce ( volume ) bag will make more than enough to fill 5 plug trays. Wonder Soil Reground is easier to use and slightly more economical than wafers. 160 Ounce ( Volume ) Bag of Wonder Soil Reground $23.95
Jim’s Water Soluble Seedling Starter Plant Food
This is a critical time in the plant’s life, make sure you get it off to a good start. Helps new seedlings establish vigorous root system and fight off diseases. A 9-45-15 water soluble mix with copper, boron, iron, manganese and zinc that will not burn if over applied. Application Rates For first time watering of soil before seeds emerge, add 1 tablespoon of plant food per gallon of water and thoroughly drench soil. Thereafter, feed weekly with a ½ tablespoon per gallon solution after seeds emerge. JPF109 8 ounce Seedling Starter Plant Food mix furnished in our handy, re-useable widemouth plastic container. Contains about 18 tablespoons, enough to make 36 gallons of solution. $7.95
