#$%^&*AU2012203383A120130110.pdf#####- 19 ABSTRACT A horticultural mat that has a non woven base layer comprising of at least one fibrous material with plant seeds distributed in the base layer. A backing layer is engaged to the base layer that can let shoots of growth from said seeds through. Water absorbent particles are captured between the base layer and backing layer.FIGURE 1 6 5 29y v 33 FIGURE 2 FIGffURE 3
