Pool Noodle Seedling Starter

You may know how practical pool noodles can be in the pool, but did you know they can be helpful in the garden as well? Pool noodles are perfect for keeping your small plants and seedlings safe, offering them protection as they grow strong. Take a look below and see how you can craft your own Pool Noodle Seedling Starter, perfect for giving your seedlings a strong start!

Pool Noodle Seedling Starter

Supplies needed:

Pool noodle
Serrated knife for easy cutting
Seedlings
Washi tape, optional

Directions:

1. Begin by cutting the pool noodle into 2 inch segments. Your serrated knife will get this job done for you fast. You will need one segment per seedling.

2. Optional: Wrap some washi tape around the noodle. This just adds a little color, or can be used to help identify the plants later if you use washi tape you can write on.

3. Use your knife to cut open the side of the noodle. You only need to do this if the hole of the pool noodle isn’t very big and your seedling will need more room.

4. Wrap the pool noodle around the seedling, or plant it directly into the hole of the pool noodle. Again, this will depend on the size of the roots and how much room your seedling needs.

5. Place the seedlings on a cookie sheet so you can easily move them into the sun as needed. I also found that cookie sheets ad a little more warmth for the plant which they tend to appreciate. When your seedling is ready to be transplanted, simply remove the pool noodle and plant. You can use the pool noodle again around the base of any plants that need a little extra support.

See how simple it can be to make your own Pool Noodle Seedling Starter? Grab a pool noodle at your local dollar store and make one for yourself. They are a great way to keep those seedlings safe!