Efficient rooting and uniform growth of young plants
The 126-cell cutting tray is a professional tray for rooting and growing young plants. The tray is used in chrysanthemum cultivation, ornamental horticulture, vegetable growing and soft fruit production, among other applications. Thanks to its compact cell layout, 20 cc cell volume and air-pruning principle, the tray supports even root development and consistent crop growth.
The tray was originally developed for chrysanthemum cultivation, where uniformity, efficiency and reliable supply are essential. Thanks to its versatile characteristics, however, the tray is also highly suitable for growing vegetables, soft fruit, cut flowers and pot plants.
Specifications of the 126-cell cutting tray
Feature | Specification |
Product type | 126-cell cutting tray, propagation tray and plug tray |
Application | Rooting and growing young plants |
Cell volume | 20 cc per cell |
Material | High-quality PE plastic |
Suitable for | Loose substrate, paper plugs, pressed plugs |
Crops | Chrysanthemums, ornamentals, vegetables, soft fruit, cut flowers and pot plants |
Use | Professional nurseries, automation and reuse |
Key benefits
- Uniform rooting and crop development
- More plants per m²
- Reduced substrate use
- Strong root development through air pruning
- Optimal water buffer in every cell
- Suitable for loose-fill, paper plug and pressed plug systems
- Robust and durable PE plastic
- Highly suitable for automation
- Suitable for a wide range of crops
What are the benefits of this cutting tray for uniform propagation?
A uniform batch starts with consistent rooting. The 126-cell cutting tray supports an even growing environment, reducing differences between plants. This helps prevent a microclimate from developing between the rows. The result is a more homogeneous crop and a predictable propagation process. The optimal layout also allows more plants to be grown per square metre.
For growers and propagators, this means greater control over cultivation, consistent plant quality and a uniform end product.
How does the tray help reduce substrate use?
The tray uses the available substrate volume efficiently. As a result, less substrate is needed than in traditional pressed plug systems, while the plant still has sufficient space for healthy root development.
Lower substrate use contributes to more efficient use of raw materials and also results in a lighter tray weight. This offers advantages during internal transport, handling and logistics processes.
What is the benefit of air pruning for young plants?
A healthy root system forms the basis for a strong plant. That is why the tray is designed with an optimal balance between moisture, oxygen and cell volume.
Thanks to the air-pruning principle, roots do not grow through to the surface below, but branch within the cell to form a compact and strong root system. The 20 cc cell volume also provides a stable water buffer that supports uniform rooting.
The result is a strong, well-developed cutting that is ready for the next cultivation phase.
Is the cutting tray suitable for paper plugs, loose substrate and pressed plugs?
The tray is suitable for both loose-fill applications as well as paper plugs and pressed plugs. This allows growers to respond to different cultivation systems, customer requirements and market demand without major changes to existing production lines.
When using paper plugs, chrysanthemums can also be planted deeper, which contributes to rapid regrowth after transplanting.
Why is PE plastic suitable for automation and reuse?
The 126-cell cutting tray is made from high-quality PE plastic. This material combines high strength with a long service life and excellent dimensional stability.
This makes the tray highly suitable for automated processing and intensive reuse in professional nurseries. Its robust construction ensures that the tray performs reliably over many cultivation cycles.
