Epic 6-Cell Seed Starting Trays
Epic 6-Cell Seed Starting Trays
SKU: #10204
~0.86 lb
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Product Details
Product Details
The Epic 6-Cell Seed Starting Tray is built tough with just the right amount of flexibility. It’s designed by real gardeners and made in the USA from high-strength recycled plastic that’s UV-treated and BPA-free. Each cell features air-pruning slots to stop root circling and encourage strong, healthy root systems. The open-bottom design adds additional airflow from below, giving your plants the best shot at thriving from the start./p>
These trays fit perfectly inside the Epic Universal Bottom Tray, allowing you to easily manage your seedlings as a full set or lift out a single unit. When it’s time to transplant, built-in finger holes make removal simple. Just push and place.
Built to Last: Made in the USA from high-strength recycled plastic. 500% thicker than standard trays.
Engineered for Plant Growth: Designed with air-pruning slots to create a strong, healthy root system.
Eco-Friendly: Made from 100% recycled plastic, this pot helps reduce plastic waste, supporting your sustainable gardening practices.
Convenient & Flexible: Fit 12 Epic 6-Cell Trays into a standard 1020 Universal Bottom Tray, replicating a classic 72-cell tray.
Smart Transplanting: Built-in finger holes make transplanting simple. Just push the seedling out. No tools required
Specification
Specification
Made & Designed in the USA
Material: High-Strength, BPA-Free, UV-Protected, Recycled Plastic
Compatible With: 12 Epic 6-Cell Trays can fit into 1 Epic Universal Bottom Tray
Additional Information
- Total cells in 24-pack: 144
- Total cells in 72-pack: 432
- Total cells in 120 pack: 720
Dimensions | Length | Width | Height |
| Outside tray dimensions | 4 15/16” | 3 5/16" | 2 1/2″ |
| Individual cell dimensions | 1 9/16" | 1 9/16" | 2 1/4″ |
Metric:
Dimensions | Length (cm) | Width (cm) | Height (cm) |
| Outside tray dimensions | 12.5 | 8.4 | 6.4 |
| Individual cell dimensions | 4 | 4 | 5.7 |
How To Use
How To Use
How To Use Epic Cell Trays
- Fill your Epic Starter Cells with a seed-starting mix, adding just enough water to moisten the soil, but don’t waterlog it.
- If your seeds are meant to be surface-sown, press them against the pre-dampened soil but leave them uncovered; some seeds need light to germinate. If they have a planting depth indicated on the packet, use a pencil, chopstick, or your fingertip to make an indentation to the correct depth and drop in the seed.
- Add a light misting of water from a spray bottle or just enough to moisten the seeds, then cover them with soil and lightly press down to ensure no air holes remain around the seed.
- If you have plastic wrap handy, loosely drape it over the top of the pot to promote high humidity conditions (seeds love this), or use a specialized dome cover.
- Place your cells on a sunny windowsill or under a grow light, and keep the soil moist as the seeds begin to germinate. Once sprouts appear, remove the plastic wrap or dome cover.
- Keep the healthiest seedling and remove extras with a pair of scissors, being careful not to damage the healthy seedling.
- Continue to keep the soil moist as your plant grows. When it’s mature enough, easily pop out your starts and transplant them into larger pots or the garden.
Cleaning Your Epic Cell Trays
We recommend hand-washing with hot, soapy water as the best way to keep the material in good shape for years of use. A good dish detergent should sterilize the trays enough to protect seedlings.
For more information, check out some of our helpful blog & video content:
- Seed Starting Supplies and Equipment
- Starting Seeds Indoors
- Seed Starting Mix
- Best Seed Starting Mix
- Seeds Not Germinating
- How To Transplant Seedlings
- How to Bottom Water Seed Starts in 5 Easy Steps
- Seed Starting 101: 11 Tips to Get It Right
- Seed Starting for Beginners: Our Best Tips for Easy Growing
- My NEW Favorite Seed Starting Method
Why We Love It
Why We Love It
Built to Last: Made in the USA from UV-resistant, BPA-free, recycled plastic this sturdy 6-Cell Tray is designed for durability. It won’t crack or warp after one season. You'll be using it for years to come.
Root Health: Air-pruning slits and internal ribs encourage healthy, vibrant roots. The raised base allows water to drain freely while still promoting root pruning, preventing root rot, and helping your plants develop a stronger root system.
Versatility: From your favorite herbs to larger fruits and veggies, the 6-Cell Tray is a great all-around solution for any home gardener looking to start seeds. Plus, our trays, pots, domes, and heat mats all work together to build your ideal gardening setup.
Small & Stackable: Compact, lightweight, and stackable, when empty, this tray is easy to move, store, and use again, even in tiny spaces like window sills or countertops.
FAQ
FAQ
Q: How long do Epic Seed Starting Trays last?
A: Epic Trays are rigid, yet flexible. They’re practically unbreakable and should last you a lifetime.
Q: Will the soil fall out of the tray?
A: As long as your mix is formulated properly, it won’t fall out. Each individual cell in our Epic Trays features an air-pruning side slot on all four corners to discourage root circling and encourage better root growth. The bottoms of each cell are also open, providing air pruning at the lower end of each cell.
Q: When should I transplant my seedlings?
A: Transplant your seedlings when they are 3 to 4 inches tall. To remove your plants, simply push the seedling out with your finger, then transplant them into your garden or a larger pot.
Q: Can I mix and match the trays and pots?
A: Yes, our Epic trays, domes, pots, and heat mats all work together so you can build your ideal gardening setup.
Have more questions? Don't hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help your garden grow.
- Elizabeth R.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/21/25I haven’t used them yet but…
After decades of starting my plants from seed and trying many types of seedling trays, I’m looking forward to trying these out. They are very sturdy and have good drainage and airflow for the roots. I’m sure they will last longer than I do.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests11/21/25Hey Elizabeth,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. We hope you enjoy your seed trays and enjoy many, many years of seed starting in them. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Kathleen C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/18/25My New Favorite seed starting trays
I have tried lots of different trays and so far these are my absolute favorites. They are sturdy, easy to clean, and the perfect size for most starts. I have several colors, because, why not! The seedlings come out easily and the roots do not wrap around. I LOVE them.
They are not the cheapest, but I am thinking they will outlast all the others.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests11/19/25Hey Kathleen,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! We absolutely love that after trying lots of different trays, these have become your absolute favorites for being sturdy, easy to clean, and the perfect size for most starts!
Your favorite-after-trying-lots-of-different-trays experience will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how much better Epic 6-Cell Seed Starting Trays can be for creating that perfect seed starting setup with easy cleanup, reliable performance, and long-lasting quality that makes the investment so worthwhile for serious seed starters!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Brett P.WA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/14/25Epic 6-Cell Seed Starting Trays
Like the seed starting tray. It's a Big Step up from those cardboard starters I was using. The colors are a bonus; I like being organized and the colors help. Wish I could have got all the colors. Sold Out of some colors I wanted. Also bought 5x to many Starter Trays. Miss read the website description.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Container - Robin F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/7/25Epic
The Epic 6-Cell and Epic 4-Cell Seed Starting Trays are a game changer. The sturdy reusable design is fabulous! No more flimsy, one-use trays for me. The hole on the bottom is perfect for bottom watering, plus it’s quick and easy to pop out my seedlings. Did I mention the side slots for better root growth?
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalBIBotanical Interests11/7/25Hey Robin,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "A game changer" with that "sturdy reusable design" is exactly what we love to hear about Epic 6-Cell and Epic 4-Cell Seed Starting Trays - and we absolutely love that you've discovered how those bottom drainage holes make bottom watering so convenient while making seedling transplanting "quick and easy" to pop out!
That's exactly the kind of quality upgrade that makes all the difference when you're tired of dealing with those flimsy, single-use trays that crack and frustrate! There's nothing quite like having seed starting trays with thoughtful features like those side slots for enhanced root development and drainage holes that actually work perfectly for both watering convenience and transplant success!
Your discovery of all these practical design features - from the sturdy reusability to the bottom watering convenience to those root-promoting side slots - will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how well-engineered and functional Epic Seed Starting Trays can be for creating those efficient seed starting setups that actually make the whole process easier and more successful!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Helen W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/6/25Epic 6-cell trays
Boy these are the best ever!! No more crappy thin cells. I believe this will last years, easy to clean. I will be ordering a set of 4 cell too.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests11/6/25Hey Helen,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "The best ever" with no more "crappy thin cells" is exactly what we love to hear about Epic 6-Cell Seed Starting Trays - and we absolutely love that you've discovered the durability upgrade that will "last years" and stay easy to clean!
That's exactly the kind of quality difference that makes all the difference when you're tired of dealing with flimsy, thin-walled trays that crack, break, and become impossible to clean properly! There's nothing quite like having seed starting trays that are built to handle repeated use, thorough cleaning, and multiple growing seasons without deteriorating or losing their structural integrity!
It's so great that you're already planning to get the 4-cell set too - Epic Seed Starting Trays really are built to be those dependable workhorses that serious gardeners can count on for consistent seed starting success without the frustration of replacing cheap, thin trays every season! Your durability discovery and plans to expand your collection will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how sturdy and long-lasting Epic 6-Cell Seed Starting Trays can be for creating those reliable seed starting setups that actually hold up to real gardening use!
Keep on growing 🌻️