Ferry-Morse 72-Cell Seed Starting Greenhouse - Tray with Drainage Holes and Humidity Dome

Ferry-Morse 72-Cell Seed Starting Greenhouse - Indoor Germination Kit for Large-Batch Seed Starting

The Ferry-Morse 72-Cell Seed Starting Greenhouse gives you everything you need to start a large number of seeds indoors at once. The kit includes a 72-cell tray with drainage holes and a clear humidity dome. Fill the cells with your preferred seed starting medium, sow seeds per packet instructions, and cover with the humidity dome - the dome retains moisture and creates the warm, humid environment that encourages quicker, more consistent seed germination. Remove the dome once seeds have germinated and seedlings begin to sprout. Growing medium and seeds are not included.

Key Features & Benefits

• 72-Cell Capacity: Start up to 72 seeds simultaneously in individual cells - ideal for spring seed starting programs where many varieties or large quantities are needed at once.
• Humidity Dome Included: The clear dome retains moisture around the seed cells, reducing the frequency of misting needed during germination and creating the warm humid conditions that improve germination rates and speed.
• Drainage Holes in Tray: Cell drainage holes prevent waterlogging and allow excess moisture to exit the root zone - important for preventing damping off in dense seedling trays.
• Clear Dome for Visibility: Monitor germination progress without removing the dome and disrupting the humidity environment.
• Individual Cell Separation: 72 individual cells keep root systems separate from day one, making transplanting cleaner and less traumatic than tray-based germination methods.
• Ferry-Morse Brand: From Ferry-Morse, a well-established brand in the seed starting and home gardening market.

Who Should Use This

Home gardeners and market growers starting a large number of seeds indoors at the beginning of the growing season will find the 72-cell format practical for high-output germination without investing in a full commercial propagation system. It suits spring seed starting for vegetables, annuals, and herbs where 72 individual starts are needed in a single session.

Compatibility

Add your preferred seed starting mix to the 72-cell tray before sowing. Seeds and growing medium are not included. Remove dome after germination and the start of sprouting to prevent humidity-related disease issues. Place on a heat mat (not included) to further improve germination rates in cooler environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Ferry-Morse 72-Cell Greenhouse?

The kit includes a 72-cell tray with drainage holes and a clear humidity dome. Seed starting medium and seeds are not included.

When should I remove the dome?

Remove the dome after seeds have germinated and seedlings have begun sprouting. Continued dome use after this point can lead to stretching and increased disease risk from excess humidity around emerged seedlings.

Can I use a heat mat with this tray?

Yes. Placing the tray on a standard 10in x 20in heat mat will improve germination rates by warming the root zone above ambient room temperature. Heat mat sold separately.

What growing medium should I use?

Any standard seed starting mix or soilless germination medium works well with this tray. Follow seed packet instructions for sowing depth and watering requirements.