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*In [[horticulture]], trays are used for propagating vegetables and flowers from seed. The trays for seedling production are made of expanded polysterene or polythene. They come in many sizes; the most common are the Danish and the European sized trays.
*In [[horticulture]], trays are used for propagating vegetables and flowers from seed. The trays for seedling production are made of expanded polysterene or polythene. They come in many sizes; the most common are the Danish and the European sized trays.


[[Image:Tray2.jpg|thumb|200px|Famed Russian Zhostovo Tray.]][[Image:Tray1.jpg|thumb|200px|Famed Russian Zhostovo Tray.]]
[[Image:Tray2.jpg|thumb|200px|Famous Russian Zhostovo Tray.]][[Image:Tray1.jpg|thumb|200px|Famous Russian Zhostovo Tray.]]





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A tray is a shallow container designed for carrying things.

Trays are flat, but with raised edges to stop things from sliding off of them. They are often rectangular, and may or may not have handles with which to carry them.

  • A butler's tray has a deeper surround, handles on the short sides to facilitate carrying (usually cut into the surround), and folding legs. It is used for the service of drinks, being capable of serving as a side table.
  • In horticulture, trays are used for propagating vegetables and flowers from seed. The trays for seedling production are made of expanded polysterene or polythene. They come in many sizes; the most common are the Danish and the European sized trays.
Famous Russian Zhostovo Tray.
Famous Russian Zhostovo Tray.