457-Soil Blocks Versus Plastic Trays for Seed Starting, Pros and Cons

For numerous reasons, I've completely switched over from using plastic cell trays for seed starting to using soil blocks. Soil blocks are the best fit for me. To help you determine whether plastic trays or soil blocks are the best fit for your seed starting plans, this week I am breaking down the pros and cons of both methods. Podcast Links for Show Notes Download my free eBook 5 Steps to Your Best Garden Ever - the 5 most important steps anyone can do to have a thriving garden or landscape. It's what I still do today, without exception to get incredible results, even in the most challenging conditions.

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457-Soil Blocks Versus Plastic Trays for Seed Starting, Pros and Cons is an episode from The joe gardener Show - Organic Gardening - Vegetable Gardening - Expert Gardening Advice From Joe Lamp'l by Joe Lamp'l.

This episode is 40:15 long.

This episode was published on Feb 19, 2026.

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