5x5 Shallow Microgreen Trays - Multi-Color Pack - Bootstrap Farmer

Want to test new varieties without committing to full trays? Bootstrap Farmer's 5x5 Shallow Trays are the perfect solution for small-batch growing, variety trials, and propagation projects. Made in the USA from heavy-duty, food-safe plastic, these compact trays give you maximum flexibility—grow eight different crops in the same 10x20 footprint or use them for seed starting before scaling up.

Why These Trays Stand Out

Perfect for experimentation: Testing a new seed variety? Don't want to commit a full 10x20 tray to an untested crop? These 5x5 trays let you grow small batches to dial in your technique before investing in larger quantities. Eight trays fit perfectly in a single shallow 10x20 tray, giving you the flexibility to grow multiple varieties side-by-side.

Multi-color convenience: The variety pack includes different colors, making it easy to visually distinguish between crops at a glance. No more mixing up your radish and broccoli trays—color-coding your grows saves time and prevents costly mistakes.

Heavy-duty construction: Don't let the small size fool you. These trays are built with the same thick, durable polypropylene plastic as Bootstrap Farmer's full-size trays. BPA-free, FDA-grade material that's guaranteed not to chip or crack. We've grown countless microgreen varieties on Bootstrap Farmer trays both indoors under grow lights and outdoors with excellent results.

Modular growing advantage: Eight 5x5 trays fit perfectly inside a shallow 10x20 tray. This gives you incredible flexibility to test varieties, stagger harvests, or grow small quantities of specialty crops for farmers markets or restaurants without dedicating entire trays.

Made to last: Food-safe PP (Polypropylene) plastic that's BPA-free and FDA-grade. With proper care and storage out of direct sunlight, these trays will serve you for years. Manufactured in the USA for consistent quality.

Key Specifications

• Dimensions: 5" x 5" x 1.3" tall
• Material: Heavy-Duty BPA-Free, FDA-Grade PP (Polypropylene) Plastic
• Configuration: Eight 5x5 trays fit in one shallow 10x20 tray
• Features: Drainage holes for bottom-watering systems
• Manufacturing: USA-made for consistent quality
• Colors: Multi-color pack for easy variety identification

Perfect For:

• Testing new microgreen varieties before scaling up
• Growing small batches of specialty or high-value crops
• Seed starting and propagation projects
• Variety trials to compare different growing methods
• Farmers market growers who need small quantities of multiple varieties
• Restaurant suppliers offering diverse microgreen selections
• Both soil and hydroponic growing setups
• Home growers who want variety without waste

The shallow 1.3" depth is ideal for microgreens and quick-turn crops where you want efficient use of growing medium while maintaining proper drainage.

Compatible Growing System

Perfect nesting setup: Eight 5x5 trays fit seamlessly inside a Bootstrap Farmer 10x20 Shallow Tray. Use a solid 10x20 tray (no holes) underneath for efficient bottom-watering of all eight varieties at once.

Important sizing compatibility:

• ✅ Eight 5x5s fit perfectly in shallow (1¼") 10x20 trays
• ✅ Four 5x5s fit well in our other 10x10 Growing Trays (non-Bootstrap Farmer brand)
• ❌ Do NOT fit properly in Bootstrap Farmer 10x10 trays (BSF 10x10s are designed to fit two per 10x20, making them slightly smaller)
• ❌ Do NOT fit properly in 2.5" deep 10x20 trays (use only with shallow 1¼" trays)

Easy labeling: Our Microgreen Tray Clip Labelers work great with the 10x20 tray holding your 5x5 inserts, making variety tracking effortless. They can also clip onto the 5x5s if you clip them on upside down

Bottom-watering setup: Place your eight 5x5 trays (with holes) inside a solid 10x20 tray (no holes), add water to the bottom tray, and let all eight varieties water simultaneously from below. The drainage holes allow for efficient moisture uptake while preventing oversaturation.

Care & Longevity

Cleaning: Hand-wash with warm, soapy water between uses. The small size makes cleaning quick and easy.

Storage: Keep trays out of direct sunlight when not in use. UV exposure will degrade any plastic over time, but proper storage ensures these trays last for years.

Durability: Heavy-duty construction is guaranteed not to chip or crack with normal use. These trays maintain their shape through countless growing cycles.

Important Product Disclaimers

• Seeds, grow mediums, microgreens, and other items shown in photos are NOT included with tray purchase
• UV degradation: Store trays out of direct sunlight when not in use to maximize lifespan
• Food-safe materials: BPA-free, FDA-grade PP plastic, safe for growing edible crops
• Compatibility: Eight 5x5s fit in shallow (1¼") 10x20 trays. Do NOT fit properly in Bootstrap Farmer 10x10 trays or in 2.5" deep 10x20 trays
• Nesting: Holed 5x5 trays fit inside no-hole 5x5 trays for individual bottom-watering setups
• Multi-color pack: Colors may vary based on availability
• Any guarantees and warranties for this product are not made from On The Grow

Small size, big flexibility—perfect for growers who need variety without committing to full trays.