<;P>;PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a new mold for growing a seedling which has excellent formation stability and is easily handled with a machine even when planted in the ground, and in which the seedling can be stably stored for a long period of time. <;P>;SOLUTION: The mold for growing a seedling is formed into a hollow-cylindrical shape and includes at least waste paper and a fertilizer. The mold is covered with nonwoven fabric. <;P>;COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT