Charles Dowding Starter Pack
The Professional Solution for Sustainable No-Dig Propagation.
The Charles Dowding Starter Pack represents a significant advancement in seed-raising technology, developed in collaboration with world-renowned No-Dig gardening specialist, Charles Dowding. Manufactured in the UK, these trays are designed to replace flimsy, single-use alternatives with a rigid, dimensionally stable system that provides many years of reliable use. By utilising this professional-grade kit, gardeners can extend their growing season, improve germination rates, and cultivate more efficiently in smaller spaces.
Expertly Designed for Plant Health
This range draws upon Charles Dowding’s 40 years of growing experience. At his market garden, Homeacres, almost all vegetables, including brassicas, spinach, onions, and peas, are started in these trays. Charles notes that even larger seeds like broad beans benefit from a short stay in these modules, allowing them to become well-established before being transplanted into the garden.
Comprehensive Bundle Contents
This starter pack offers exceptional value and includes the essential tools needed for a high-success nursery:
1 x CD60 Tray (60 Cells): Ideal for high-density sowing.
1 x CD30 Tray (30 Cells): A versatile mid-sized tray for various crop types.
2 x CD15 Trays (15 Cells each): Perfect for managing smaller batches or diverse varieties.
1 x Charles Dowding Dib Popper: A precision tool made from tough, UV-stabilised ABS, designed to easily dib holes or eject seedlings without root damage.
Sustainability and Longevity
Injection-moulded from UV-stabilised, recyclable polypropylene, these trays are built to resist degradation and reduce the volume of horticultural plastic ending up in landfill. When they eventually reach the end of their extensive lifespan, they can be recycled with hard plastics at most household waste recycling centres.
Specifications at a Glance
CD15 Propagation Trays (x2)
Configuration: 15 cells per tray
Dimensions: 178mm x 117mm x 44mm
Cell Size & Volume: 29.5mm | 21cm³
CD30 Propagation Tray (x1)
Configuration: 30 cells
Dimensions: 225mm x 178mm x 44mm
Cell Size & Volume: 29.5mm | 21cm³
CD60 Propagation Tray (x1)
Configuration: 60 cells
Dimensions: 350mm x 210mm x 44mm
Plant Density: 815 plants per m²
CD Dib Popper (CDDP)
Material: UV-stabilised recyclable ABS
Ejector Dimensions: 12mm (Width) x 22mm (Depth)
