Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seed-tray

noun

/siːd treɪ/

Definition

A shallow tray used for sowing seeds and nurturing seedlings.

Examples

To start your garden, fill a seed-tray with soil and plant the seeds according to the instructions.
The seed-tray allows for better drainage and air circulation, which is essential for young plants.
After a few weeks in the seed-tray, the seedlings were strong enough to be transferred to the outdoors.

Meaning

A seed-tray is a container that provides a controlled environment for planting seeds and growing young plants until they are ready to be transplanted into larger pots or the garden.