Terracotta Seed Sprouters

From seed to plant — no soil needed! The Terracotta Seed Sprouters by Kikkerland are a clever set of three germination plates that let you sprout seeds of all sizes directly over a glass of water. Natural, sustainable, and beautiful on any windowsill.

The concept is brilliantly simple: place one of the three terracotta dishes on an ordinary drinking glass filled with water, position your seeds on the dish — and watch as roots grow down through the holes into the water. Once seedlings are ready, transplant them into soil.

Three Plates for All Seed Sizes

• Large opening (2.5 cm): Perfect for large seeds — avocado, mango, sweet potato, broad beans.
• Medium opening (1.2 cm): Ideal for medium seeds — pumpkin seeds, garlic cloves, sunflower seeds, acorns.
• Grid base: For small seeds — broccoli, mung beans, cress, chia, lentils, basil and other herbs.

How It Works: 4 Simple Steps

1. Fill a glass: Use any drinking glass or recycled jar with water.
2. Place the dish: Set the appropriate terracotta plate on the glass rim. It sits securely on the edge.
3. Position seeds: Place seeds on the dish above the opening so the base touches the water.
4. Let them sprout: Place in a bright spot. Roots grow through the holes into the water. Change water every few days.

Why Terracotta Is Ideal for Sprouting

• Breathable: Terracotta allows air circulation — promoting healthy root growth and preventing mould.
• Natural material: No plastic, no chemicals. 100% natural and sustainable.
• Moisture regulating: Terracotta absorbs excess moisture and releases it slowly — perfect germination conditions.
• Beautiful: The warm terracotta look is a decorative highlight on any kitchen windowsill.

What You Can Sprout

• Herbs: Basil, parsley, coriander, dill, chives
• Vegetables: Broccoli, radish, rocket, cress, peas
• Legumes: Mung beans, lentils, chickpeas
• Exotics: Avocado, mango, sweet potato
• Nuts & seeds: Hazelnut, walnut, sunflower seeds

Tips & Tricks

• Change water regularly — every 2–3 days to prevent algae and rot.
• Warm location — most seeds germinate faster at 20–25 °C. A windowsill with morning sun is ideal.
• Patience varies — avocados need 2–8 weeks; cress and mung beans sprout in 2–3 days.

FAQ

How many plates are included?
3 plates with different-sized openings for small, medium, and large seeds.

Do they have drainage holes?
Yes — each plate has central openings through which roots grow into the water. That's the entire concept.

Are they reusable?
Absolutely. Rinse after use and let dry. These terracotta plates are durable and designed for endless sprouting cycles.

Specifications: Set of 3 terracotta plates. Size per plate: 9.4 × 9.4 × 2 cm. Material: terracotta (100% natural). Design: Kikkerland, New York. Item no.: CD5353.