If you are starting seeds with the paper towel method in a zip lock baggie, this method of seed starting will change your life. This absolute game changer is called the ‘Petri dish nerhod and uses plastic containers rather than zip lock baggies.
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YAY! I did done sumpin good, without being told!!! I used sandwich meat container (about 5×7, and about 1 1/2 in tall) I did 1 with regular orange carrots, 1 with rainbow mix, then, because some seeds grew into the towels, I put the 2 paper towels side by side in a 3rd bucket. Now, between 3 buckets, I have about 50 seedlings about an inch tall!
I just used paper towel method to root red bell pepper seeds after I ate the bell pepper. Most of them sprouted even though I was told they likely wouldn’t ;). I just planted them in starter soil so I’m not sure how many will actually grow but I’m excited about the prospect. I will try your method next as it does seem easier to me. I have tons of those dressing containers for brining my lunch to work. Love it!
I think you overdramatized the paper towel method a bit. It really isn't that difficult and it is ridiculous to show trying to wet and seed the paper towel WHILE it is in the bag? You are the only one I have seen do that. Most will wet the paper towel & put on their seeds BEFORE they put it in the bag. Then put a second paper towel over the seeds or simply fold over the one you already have. Slip it easily into the bag. Literally all your "issues" disappeared. Ta Da!
Thank you very much, I am trying to start seeds from Aji Amarillo from Peru and I was using the baggy method, much better than anything, however, after seeing your video I am inclined to try these containers…
Thank u so much
Thanks Luke, great idea. I like to flip mine upside down though. The roots grow down and they go towards the plastic instead of growing into the paper towel.
did this really need to be an 11 minute video?
So much waffle just try sowing tiny seeds used in the demo are so so easy to grow
Nothing like the petra dish ?
Why not just forgo the paper towel and just spray the seeds?
You can get more seeds in a large food saving container. You can get them at the dollar store. Same procedure and easier to stack and get 100’s more seeds in a small space.
My seeds grew mold over them using this method, does anybody have a workaround for this?
FWIW I had some "makeup rounds" that I use for cleaning pistols. They fit perfectly and hold a bit more moisture.
Just an FYI I always fold my paper towel over the seed. I slide the folded paper towel in qnd out of the plastic bag on a daily basis to check germination. Works fine
Can you use this containers when you cold stratify?
Great tips, thanks!
Dollar tree sells similar containers. I just label outside with written on tan tape so can easily relabel lids.
Some seeds are light starters like lettuce so easy to control your grow too.
You blow air in the bag to make a pillow
Do not buy more plastic there’s plenty to recycle from home!!!
Greetings, so you do place them in sunlight since they reach for light or do you still place them in a dark environment? Thank you
Like it's said the hydroponic seeds are expensive so I need a fool proof and this may be it !!
Hi, good day. May I know this method works on Sage?
Great info! Definitely has advantages over the paper towel method, didn’t think it was possible! Thanks for sharing!
brilliant idea. unfortunately I had to hear a lot a blah blah to get an information that could be transmitted in maximum 30 seconds. I wonder why the north american citizens, renowned for their business talent, do forget too often that :"TIME IS MONEY"
Where did you get your grow light that's behind you in this video?
Thanks you! I tried the ziploc method last year and was very frustrated. I already have some condiment containers and will try this method this year. Great idea!
If you flip your paper towel over, you won't have to worry about the roots growing through the paper towels. Also. if your paper towel is smaller than the plastic bag, you can just slide it in and out of the plastic bag. The seeds are very easy to get to. I think your way is okay but not a game changer. Just my thoughts.