How to Maximize Profit by Calculating Seedling Costs Like a Pro! 📊🌿

Download my FREE seedling sale production tracker spreadsheet here: https://stan.store/MichelleShelby/p/s... I'm breaking down EXACTLY how much it costs me to grow each seedling - down to the penny! In Episode 5 of my Seedling Sales Masterclass, watch as I pot up seedlings AND reveal my complete cost breakdown that ensures every plant I sell is profitable. This is the math that separates hobby gardeners from profitable plant sellers. IN THIS VIDEO: Why Professional Potting Up Matters for Sales Complete Cost Breakdown: Seeds to Sale Live Potting Demonstration (Step-by-Step) The Real Numbers: 31¢ Cost vs. $3 Sale Price Hidden Costs Everyone Forgets (Water, Electricity, Heat) How to Scale: $62 Investment = $600 Revenue Per Tray 🌱 MY COMPLETE COST BREAKDOWN (Per Seedling): Seeds: 3-5¢ (bulk packs of 100-300) Potting Mix: 5-7¢ (Levitation mix or Pro-Mix) Pots (2.5" square): 10¢ Labels: 3¢ (DIY) or 8¢ (MasterTag professional) Inputs (water, electricity, heat): 5¢ Labor (optional): 25¢ (@$15/hour, 1 min per plant) TOTAL COST: 31¢ | SELLING PRICE: $3.00 | PROFIT: $2.69 (869% ROI!) 👉 THE MATH THAT MATTERS: 200 plants × $2.69 profit = $538 profit per tray One tray investment: $62 | One tray revenue: $600 💡 PRO POTTING TIPS: -Pre-moisten potting mix to prevent hydrophobic soil -Fill pot halfway, then add seedling -Bury tomato stems deep for extra root growth -Label BEFORE filling (in case you get interrupted) -Water thoroughly and give 1-2 days to acclimate #sellingplantsforprofit #sellingplants #gardeningbusiness #howtosellplants #makemoneysellingplants #backyardnursery #plantsale #homesteading #organicgardening #seedlingsale #gardening #makemoneyfromhome SUPPLIES I USE (affiliate links): Pro-Mix Potting Soil: https://amzn.to/47GUzim DIY Plant Labels: https://amzn.to/4cewQr3 Artline Permanent Markers: https://amzn.to/4mbRCMJ FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram:   / growingthegoodlifefarmstand   TikTok:   / ncgardenmama   Facebook:   / hummingbirdgardensnc   📧 For business inquiries: [email protected] DISCLAIMER: Costs may vary by location and supplier. Always calculate your own costs before setting prices.