Straight-Track-Version - Full Version under https://www.printables.com/model/1281883-gravitrax-seed-planter
Gravitrax Seed Planters – Grow Cress with Your Track!
Quick setup – ready in less than 2 minutes
Description:
Bring a touch of green to your Gravitrax setup! The Gravitrax Seed Planter is a custom-designed track element that allows you to grow small plants like cress directly on your marble run. Just insert a piece of moist tissue and a few seeds into the side pods, and within a few days, you'll see your seeds sprouting. It’s a fun way to combine Gravitrax with a little biology!
Choose between the straight and the curve track! More coming soon!
Perfect for kids, nature-friends, or anyone who enjoys functional, bioloical design with their 3D prints.
Printing the Model:
Little supports for the bottom needed. (less than 2 grams)
Print in PLA or PETG for easy cleanup.
Layer height: 0.1-0.2 mm recommended.
Assembly:
No assembly required. The planter is a single printed piece.
Planting Seeds:
Cut two small pieces of paper tissue or cotton pad to fit inside the side compartments.
Moisten them with clean water (they should be damp, not dripping).
Sprinkle a few cress seeds (or similar fast-growing seeds) onto the tissue.
Place the GraviTrax Seed Planter somewhere with good indirect light.
Maintenance:
Keep the tissues moist by adding a few drops of water daily.
In 2–4 days, your seeds should begin to sprout!
Replace tissue and seeds as needed.
Safety Note:
Not intended for food growing. Use for decorative purposes.
Have fun growing and building at the same time! 🌱
The author marked this model as their own original creation.