The Ultimate Propagation Tray: Why QuickPot® is the Industry Standard for Professional Growers?

When it comes to propagation trays, there’s a reason why QuickPot® by HerkuPlast is the trusted name in professional horticulture. Designed for efficiency, durability, and sustainability, QuickPot® trays are engineered to outperform disposable alternatives—saving you time, money, and the environment.

In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about QuickPot® propagation trays, from their construction and lifespan to how they can transform your growing operation.

Why Choose QuickPot® Propagation Trays?

1. Heavy-Duty & Reusable – Built to Last Over 10 Years

• Made from thick, rigid, re-usable polystyrene.

• Will last 10+ years with proper care.

• Significantly reduces the cost per plant compared to single-use trays.

• Designed for daily use in commercial nurseries and greenhouses.

2. Exceptional Drainage & Airflow Design

• Large base holes and “cut-in arch” cell bases for excellent drainage.

• Protrusions in each cell promote maximum oxygen supply to roots.

• Ensures healthier, faster-growing plants with stronger root systems.

3. Efficient Handling & Automation Compatibility

• Rigid structure allows for seamless filling, seeding, and handling.

• Designed for easy plant extraction using push-out plates.

• Destacking lugs ensure trays de-nest effortlessly—by hand or machine.

• Perfectly suited for automated nursery operations.

4. Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility

• Made from recycled plastic.

• Fully recyclable at end of life.

• Manufactured in a solar-powered, carbon-neutral factory, reducing CO2 emissions by 70%.

 

Unique Selling Points (USP) of QuickPot® Trays:

• ✅ 10+ Years of Daily Use – Unmatched durability.

• ✅ 100% Recyclable & Made from Recycled Plastic.

• ✅ Excellent Drainage and Oxygen Supply – Healthier root development.

• ✅ Designed for Automation & Manual Handling.

• ✅ Effortless Cleaning & Disinfection – Smooth surfaces withstand hot water treatment up to 70°C.

• ✅ Carbon-Neutral Production – Manufactured using solar energy.

• ✅ Extensive Range of Cell Sizes – From small seed plugs to large modules.

 

A Tray That Changed the Industry

For over 50 years, QuickPot® has redefined what a propagation tray should be:

• From the grey trays of the past (which still exist today after 30+ years!) to the latest black polystyrene designs.

• Transitioned the market from flimsy open seed trays to a robust modular system ranging from 8 to 480 cells.

• Continually improved material technology to deliver the most economical and eco-friendly solution for professional growers.

Whether you’re managing a large-scale nursery or are a passionate grower in your back garden, QuickPot® propagation trays are the most reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective choice available.

Built to endure. Designed to perform. Committed to sustainability.