Luster-Leaf Rapiclip 6-inch Garden Plant Labels

I rely on these labels to keep dozens of standard “1020” greenhouse trays in order starting in mid-February and continuing throughout the growing season with my succession plantings that extend into fall. With 72 cells per tray, my market garden operation would be chaos without the sense of order that these garden labels provide.

These are the ideal size if you plan on using the vented plastic greenhouse domes on your trays because the labels stick up enough over mature seedlings, yet there is still plenty of clearance at the top.

Each label has a rough side and a smooth side. I use a soft “HB” drawing pencil on the rough side **INSERT IMAGE* to write the variety, the date I planted the seed, and the number of rows I used in the tray. A standard #2 pencil also writes well on either side, but I prefer the bolder print, especially if the label will be used outside.

I have used Sharpies in the past to write on the smooth side, but it’s a little more work to get rid of the writing to re-use them. Use the abrasive side of a scrubbing sponge and some water to make a slurry paste with some Barkeeper’s Friend (a versatile cleansing powder that has myriad uses around the house) to remove the permanent marker.

I have used these labels for various growing cycles under almost constant LED lighting with no degradation of the plastic. I have used cheaper labels in the past that were too thin and cracked after just one growing season. You will be able to use these labels for many years.