Looking for a sustainable alternative to plastic seed trays? In this video, we’re making durable, reusable wooden seed trays and using the Shou Sugi Ban method to naturally waterproof them! 🔥 This traditional Japanese technique, which involves charring wood, enhances water resistance, durability, and pest resistance—making it a perfect eco-friendly solution for seed starting.
But we’re not stopping there! We’ll also share extra tips and tricks to improve your seed-starting setup, including lining trays with wool for better moisture retention and aeration. Whether you're a market gardener, a home grower, or simply looking to reduce plastic waste in your garden, these techniques will help you build a more regenerative and plastic-free gardening system.
By making small, thoughtful choices—like using natural materials for seed starting—you can create a more resilient, regenerative garden while avoiding disposable plastics.
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🌱 What You'll Learn in This Video:
✔️ How to build sturdy wooden seed trays
✔️ How to use Shou Sugi Ban to waterproof and protect wood naturally
✔️ Why wool liners can improve seedling health
✔️ How to make your gardening setup more sustainable and regenerative
our full REGENERATIVE GARDENING COURSE: https://blossomandbranchfarm.teachable.com/
COVER CROPPING COURSE: https://blossomandbranchfarm.teachable.com/
LINK TO DOWNLOAD PLAN AND MATERIALS: https://blossomandbranchfarm.com/products/wood-seed-tray-construction-dimensions
Wool liner: etsy or SustainaGrow https://www.sustainagrow.co.nz/