Buy Burpee 72-Cell Self-Watering Kit – Seed Starting Tray

Description

The Burpee 72-Cell Self-Watering Kit is built for gardeners who want a full tray of seedlings without standing over it every day. It gives you 72 cells in one kit, a clear dome to hold in warmth and moisture, and a self-watering system that draws water up to the growing pellets, so young plants stay evenly moist while they get established. In our roundup, the burpee 72-cell self-watering kit earned 9.2 out of 10 and was named the best classic all-round kit, because it covers the basics well and leaves little to buy separately.

Key Features

72 growing cells. The kit holds 72 cells, which is enough for a serious sowing session in one tray. You can start several varieties at once, compare them side by side, and still have spares if a few seeds fail to germinate.

Self-watering mat. A self-watering mat sits under the cells and moves water up to the pellets as they need it. That steadier moisture helps seeds germinate evenly and reduces the risk of the pellets drying out between waterings.

Clear plastic dome. The clear plastic lid acts as a humidity dome over the tray. It traps warmth and moisture around the seeds, which supports germination, and it lifts off once seedlings are up and growing strongly.

Super Growing Pellets. The kit includes Burpee Super Growing Pellets, which are made from coir and expand when watered. They hold moisture well, give seeds a clean starting medium, and keep sowing simple because no separate bag of mix is needed to fill the cells.

Complete kit in the box. Plant stands, cell trays, the dome and the watering tray are included, so the kit is ready to use once the pellets are soaked.

Product Description

This is a classic seed starting kit, and its strength is that it does the ordinary things well. The 72 cells give you room to sow a whole garden plan at once, from salad leaves to flowers, while the dome and the self-watering mat take care of the two things new seedlings need most: steady moisture and a warm, sheltered start. The coir pellets expand with water and hold that moisture around the seed, which helps germination stay even across the tray. Because the kit is a complete set, you do not need to hunt for matching trays, domes or growing medium before you begin. The burpee 72-cell self-watering kit suits gardeners who sow in volume and want one tray to cover most of their early plants.

Benefits

The main benefit is steadier watering with less daily attention. The self-watering mat and the moisture-holding pellets work together, so the growing medium dries out more slowly than a plain open tray. The dome adds humidity in the early days, which helps seeds break through the surface. Having 72 cells in a single tray also saves space and time, because you can sow, water and move one tray instead of several small ones. The pellets keep sowing tidy, with no loose mix to spill, and the clear dome lets you watch germination without lifting the cover every time. That steadier routine is one reason the burpee 72-cell self-watering kit works well for busy gardeners.

Specifications

• Cells: 72
• Watering: self-watering mat and watering tray
• Cover: clear plastic dome
• Growing medium: Burpee Super Growing Pellets, made from coir
• Included: plant stands, cell trays, dome and watering tray
• Grow light: not included
• Heat mat: not included
• Overall dimensions: Not published
• Cell size: Not published
• AgriBloom editorial score: 9.2 out of 10
• Price: $19.99
• ASIN: B00SNLOTUK

How to Use

The burpee 72-cell self-watering kit is ready once the pellets are soaked. Set the watering tray on a flat, bright surface and place the cell trays and the self-watering mat inside it. Add the coir pellets to the cells and water them until they expand fully. Sow two seeds per cell, as recommended in our roundup, then cover the tray with the clear dome and place it where it will get good light. Keep the watering tray topped up so the mat can draw water to the pellets, and check the pellets daily until germination. Once seedlings are up, remove the dome to improve air flow and give them light. When two seedlings appear in one cell, thin to the stronger one so the remaining plant has room to grow. Harden seedlings off before moving them outdoors.

Why Choose

Choose this kit if you want a proven, all-round tray rather than a kit built around lights or heat. It is a good fit for gardeners who sow lots of seeds at once, who like the tidy, low-mess routine of coir pellets, and who want watering to look after itself for longer between checks. It was rated the best classic all-round kit in our roundup, which reflects its balance of capacity, simplicity and value at $19.99. For a first tray, the burpee 72-cell self-watering kit is a practical choice because it covers capacity, moisture and cover in one box.

FAQ

How many seeds should I sow per cell?
Sow two seeds per cell in the burpee 72-cell self-watering kit, then thin to the stronger seedling once both have germinated. This gives you a spare if one seed fails.

Does this kit include a grow light?
No. The kit does not include a grow light or a heat mat, so place it in bright light or add a light of your own for best results.

What are the growing pellets made from?
The Super Growing Pellets are made from coir. They expand when watered and hold moisture around the seed.

Do I still need to water the tray?
Yes, but less often. Keep water in the watering tray so the self-watering mat can draw it up to the pellets, and check the tray regularly.

When should I remove the dome?
Remove the clear dome once seedlings have germinated and are growing, so air can circulate and the plants can get full light.

Final Thoughts

The Burpee 72-Cell Self-Watering Kit is a solid, uncomplicated choice for indoor seed starting. It offers a large sowing capacity, steady moisture from the self-watering mat and coir pellets, and a clear dome for the early germination stage, all at a fair price. It will not replace a grow light on a dark windowsill, but for gardeners with good light it covers the essentials well and makes a full sowing session simple to manage.

For the full comparison, read Best Seed Starting Trays: 10 Kits for Strong Seedlings on AgriBloom, where this kit is compared with nine other seed starting trays and kits to help you choose the right one for your garden.