3 Tools to use

1. POTTING TIDY

The Garland Potting Tidy Tray turns any surface into a potting bench and is handy for mixing potting soil and keeping things tidy. Invaluable when potting on seedlings. Check your local garden centre or order from

Beechdale.ie. Tray is €9.99, the optional shelf for holding seed packets, labels and pots is €3.99.

2. PROPAGATION STATION

Good quality seed trays are a must but to get your seedlings off to the best start use a propagator such as the Super 7 Windowsill Propagator from Mr Middleton for €40.00. The plastic trays are long lived and the vented lids prevent seedlings from drying out.

3. LIGHTWEIGHT BUT STURDY WATERING CAN

Seedlings are delicate and it is important to avoid overwatering or damaging them with a torrent of water. You need a light watering can with a rose for gentle watering. Haws Watering cans are a great option. They come in a range of sizes and colours. The 0.7 litre version is perfect for seedlings and houseplants and is available from mrmiddleton.com for €8.00 or see haws.co.uk.