Each growth phase has different demands

The cultivation of young plants proceeds in phases, and each phase places different demands on the tray system. Whereas an open net structure and space for root growth (through a loosely filled substrate) are essential in the early stages, later on the focus shifts to stability and a root system that is ready for the next step: a larger tray or direct transfer to the field.

Growcoon shows its strenghts

The plug fills the tray with precision and accurate to the millimeter. Thanks to its unique shape and perfect fit, Growcoon fits snugly to the bottom and top of the tray. The conical shape leaves an air buffer free. A small detail with a big effect: roots have room to grow, but are also guided by air pruning – which stimulates the growth of fine branches and healthy hair roots. The result? A powerful root structure, ready for the next step, in the right growing tray.

The interaction between Growcoon and your tray system

A growing tray ensures easy-to-handle plugs. But it does more than that. It determines how much substrate is used, how much air circulates, how moisture is distributed, and how well the root structure can develop. The Growcoon optimizes precisely these processes by facilitating a controlled environment within the tray.

The biodegradable plug provides stability for further automation and robotization, yet can be loosely filled, allowing roots to follow their natural growth path. Thanks to this balance, a strong root ball is formed with high rootball quality and a finely branched root system. A result that is beneficial not only for growth, but also for processing the plug.

Seamless in the tray, strong in the field

Thanks to its perfect fit in the tray and the air buffer in the tray cell, Growcoon prevents roots from attaching to the tray wall. This not only results in healthier plants but also reduces damage when removing the plug from the growing tray. Especially in automated systems where plugs are picked up, sorted, and transplanted by robots, this is a decisive advantage.

Growcoon also offers economic benefits: more efficient substrate use, reduced plant loss, and uniform, controlled propagation. The end result is a young plant ready for the next step, whether that’s into a larger growing tray or directly into open field soil.

One system. Endless possibilities.

No crop is the same. One type of plant may require deep trays with plenty of substrate, while another thrives better in a shallow growing tray that allows for quick drainage and increased aeration. Some growers need trays suited for long-distance transport, while others focus on local production with high levels of automation. Every tray system has its own mold, wall structure, bottom opening, and sizing. Still, Growcoon is compatible — whether you're working with microgreen growing trays, seedling grow trays, or a hydroponics system.

Growcoon integrates into virtually any tray system, with any supplier, and at every stage of the propagation process. Whether you're using plastic trays or foam trays, in single-use or long-life systems, Growcoon provides a stable foundation for high-quality young plants. In a world where uniformity, processability, speed, and scalability are increasingly important, Growcoon offers reliability.