SEED ST
ARTING SUPPLIES
JIFFY® PEAT POTS. When used together with our potting soil, all you need to add is water to start all your plants indoors and eliminate any chance of transplant shock in the garden. Made of 90% peat and 10% wood pulp. Transplant peat pots deep enough so rims are com- pletely covered with soil to prevent drying out. Punch holes in sides and bottom to facilitate root growth.
53222 2-1/4” Round - 50 for $4.95; 100 for $8.95; 200 for $15.95; 500 for $34.95; 2,800 for $159.95.
53224 2-1/4” Square - 50 for $5.95; 100 for $9.95; 200 for $17.95; 500 for $39.95; 2,550 for $169.95.
53226 3” Round - 50 for $6.95; 100 for $12.95; 200 for $24.95; 500 for $54.95; 1,400 for $139.95.
53228 3” Square - 50 for $8.95; 100 for $15.95; 200 for $29.95; 500 for $69.95; 1,250 for $149.95.
53230 4” Round - 50 for $14.95; 100 for $27.95; 200 for $49.95.
53240 6” Round - 50 for $39.95;100 for $59.95; 200 for $99.95.
53232 JIFFY-7® PEAT PELLETS. Potting soil and a peat pot all in one unit with a small amount of fertilizer. When water is added, the wafer expands to 1-3/4 in. in diameter, 2-1/8 in. in height, and becomes a self-contained growing unit. Excellent for starting seeds like tomatoes, eggplants and peppers. Simply drop seeds on top and place in a warm area. Seeds will germinate quickly and can later be set out directly into the garden without transplant shock. 25 for $5.45; 50 for $9.95; 100 for $17.95; 200 for $32.95.
Jiffy-7’s above, but pellets expand to a taller 2-9/16 in. height to provide
53234 EXTRA-DEPTH JIFFY-7®. Same as
for longer root development. 25 for $5.95; 50 for $10.95; 100 for $19.95; 200 for $37.95.
53233 SUPER-SIZE JIFFY-7® PLANT STARTERS. Ideal for larger transplants. Each compressed peat pellet is 3/4” thick and will expand to a hefty 2” wide by 3-3/4” tall cylinder. Gives roots of larger plants plenty of space for root development. 16 for $12.95; 32 for $21.95; 64 for $39.95.
55898 BONTONE ROOTING POWDER. A product that can be used to initiate rooting in most herba- ceous, as well as, hardwood cuttings. Helps to put out strong, healthy roots fast- er and surer. Do not use on plants that are to be used for food or feed. 1-1/4 oz. pkg. $5.95 each.
JIFFY® PEAT POT HANDLING
2” Sq. Pots
SHEETS. Lightweight plastic insert sheets are pre-loaded with square peat pots. Each sheet fi ts into a standard 1020 tray. Add soil, seeds, water and grow.
53220 2” wide x 3” deep, 50 pots per sheet, $5.95 each; 3 or more sheets, $4.95 each. 53221 3-1/2” wide x 4” deep, 18 pots per sheet, $4.95 each; 3 or more sheets, $4.45 each.
53826 (X) Q-PLUG STARTER KIT. This handy kit includes everything needed to start seeds and cuttings using a unique fl oat system that gives plants constant access to the ideal air-to-water ratio – never overwater again! Extra large plugs encourage vigorous deep root growth and remove from the insert easily with no damage to the plant. Includes a 21”L x 11”W x 2-1/2”D heavy duty seed tray and 7”H dome with three vents, a 55 cell reusable fl oating styrofoam insert with large 1-1/2” cells and 55 aer- ated Q-plugs. $34.95.
84555 Extra Trays $4.95 each. 85245 Extra Domes $6.95 each. 53823 Q-Plug 55 Pack Refi ll, $22.95. 53824 Extra 55 Cell Styrofoam Inserts, $5.95 each.
small, delicate seedlings. This spe- cial felt-like fabric wicks moisture from the water reservoir in the seed tray and delivers it to plants as they need it. A protective cover prevents roots from growing into the mat. Each 21” wide x 8’ long mat can be cut to accomodate eight 11” x 21” fl ats or cut to any other desired size. $19.95 each.
53261 CAPILLARY MAT. Helps provide even moisture for successful seed starting. Both over and under-watering can cause stress to
53235 JIFFY-7® PREFILLED HANDLING SHEETS. Fast and convenient. No tangled roots. These lightweight plastic sheets are designed to hold 50 Extra Depth Jiffy-7® Plant Starters, which come prefi lled in each sheet. The specially sized cavities lock the starters in place so they won’t fl oat when water is added. The inserts measure 10 in. wide by 20 in. long and fi t perfectly into our seed starting trays. $9.95 each; 3 for $27.95; 6 for $48.95.
53250 (X) SPECIAL DOME/TRAY/PREFILL OFFER. Includes two handling sheets (each prefi lled with 50 Extra Depth Jiffy-7® Plant Starters), two seed starting trays and two clear dome covers. $23.50 each.
DIAL SEED SOWER See Order Form.
53190 TENAX PRO SEEDER. Handles even the smallest seeds with ease. This seeder will pay for itself in short order on seed savings alone. Using one of the three nozzles provided, squeeze the pad to suck up the seeds, then gently squeeze again to release and place them ex- actly where you want them. Uses the same technology as commercial seeding machines. $24.95 each.
greenhouse with the basic fl at, insert and humidity dome we’ve assembled for you! Kit includes two 10” x 20” wa- tertight starter trays (or fl ats), two 72-cell inserts into which you can sow your seeds, and two clear plastic humidity domes to hold in the moisture and heat needed to germinate strong, healthy seedlings. All you need is our seed starting mix (see lower left), water and heat. 6-piece kit, $6.95.
53205 SEED STARTING KIT. Create your own mini
53208 Extra Trays, 5 for $11.95; 10 for $18.49; 25 for $33.00.
53206 Extra Inserts (72-cell inserts), 5 for $4.95; 10 for $7.95.
53203 Extra Clear Dome Covers, 4 for $12.95.
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86495 HOT HOUSE MINI GREENHOUSE. Electric greenhouse works to increase germination success. Provides gentle warmth to the planting bed and controls humidity. Tall dome is 6 in. high to ac- commodate taller plant starts and cuttings. Has two ventilation points at the top. Includes UL listed wa- terproof heat mat, clear dome, 11 in. by 22 in. water- tight base tray, 72-cell seedling insert and instructions. $49.95 each.
HEATING CABLES. Keeps soil at a constant temperature of 74ºF to get your plants ready for transplanting sooner. Uses 110 volt outlet.
54335 JIFFY® ORGANIC
SEED STARTING MIX. A soil- less mix scientifi cally formulated for seed starting and all indoor plants. Provides proper conditions of aeration, drainage and water retention for healthy root and foliage development. Absence of soil reduces risk of damping off. (A) 10 Qt. bag, $9.95; (B) 16 Qt. bag, $14.95.
3-1/2” Sq. Pots
54395 ESPOMA ORGANIC SEED STARTER MIX. A premium organic potting mix enhanced with Myco-tone™, a proprietary blend of 11 different strains of mycorrhizae excellent for all seed- lings and cuttings. Myco-tone™ uses up to 30% less water than ordinary soils, improves transplant survival and growth and promotes bigger root growth for increased water uptake. It increases drought tolerance and other environ- mental stress, improves soil structure and increases fertilization utilization. 8 Qt. Bag, $7.95 each.
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Catalog # 53395 53396 53397 53398
Length 12 ft. 24 ft. 36 ft. 48 ft.
Covers 3 sq. ft. 6 sq. ft. 9 sq. ft.
12 Sq. ft. Price
$34.95. 39.95. 44.95. 49.95.
SEEDLING HEAT
the garage. Roll the heavy gauge vinyl mat out on a fl at surface, plug it in to a standard outlet and place your seed tray directly on top of the mat. Direct contact means no loss of heat. Built-in thermostat keeps temperature 10º to 20ºF above room temperature to a maximum of 85ºF. UL ap- proved. Choose from three sizes: 53252 9" x 19-1/2" holds 1 seed starting tray, $32.95. 53253 20" x 20" holds 2 seed starting trays, $54.95. 53254 48" x 20" holds 4 seed starting trays, $89.95.
MAT. Used by expe- rienced gardeners to provide bottom heat for faster germination of seeds, and stronger growth of seedlings. Jump start spring by germinating slow grow- ing plants early on your porch, basement or in
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