a seed mat having a top surface and comprising a fibrous mat comprising a nutrient, a cover, and seeds disposed between the cover and the fibrous mat, wherein a paper wrap is disposed around the fibrous mat, wherein the fibrous mat has a bottom and sides, and wherein the paper wrap comprises two opposing sides that are folded over the top surface down to enclose the edges of the seed mat, and the paper wrap is configured to be openable to be disposed around the sides and bottom of the fibrous mat and be operable to unfold to create a corral for the seed mat to temporarily retain water above the seed mat when water is poured onto the seed mat; a bowl; and

a mesh tray configured to be seated onto a top portion of the bowl and to hold the seed mat.