If you use a thermostat the plant will not be exposed to heat 24 hours per day, so only get heat when the plant needs it and therefore saving energy when it is not required and switching on when the temperature of the compost drops by 1 degree Celsius. This is an effective way of controlling temperature, so any wide temperature fluctuations outside can be controlled to a tight tolerance that not an even an electric propagator will give. WHAT YOU GET?

Believe me that it does save days, where every seed germinates 3 days earlier than if no heat has been applied. It is a great device for those impatient gardeners. The thermostat is such a great addition, switching on when it is required, switching off when it is not. This is why the soils will be heated from 8 to 11.5 degree Celsius above ambient temperature, which in a home that is heated with central heating can be large in the first place (i.e. 20 degrees to 31.5 degrees Celsius). It will give you the extra heat that is required to germinate those seeds that like higher temperature.Give your seed the best treatment. If you have any questions and comments you want to germinate and sprout. Please do so in the seedbox (comment box) below. The ROOTiT Small Heat Mat will raise your propagator temperatures 10 to 15 °C above the ambient temperature. This will enable you to germinate and clone successfully during the colder times of the year and will also help you to sprout seeds that require higher temperatures to germinate.

Thermostats will do this job, as it now controls the temperature the compost is set to. For example, you have to set the soil temperature to 21 degree Celsius. Then the probe placed in the compost will switch on the mat when the temperature recorded in the probe reaches 20 degree Celsius. IT WILL NEVER OVERHEAT THE SEEDSFor example, the optimal temperature for growing aubergines may be 24 degrees Celsius and the optimal temperature for growing tomatoes is 20 degrees Celsius, then I would set the heat mat to 22 degree Celsius. This will get the best from both, with only a slight deteriorate in germination times. This temperature on the mat is a handy guide for those who do not know what the optimal germinating temperature to use. I made the jump many years ago to propagate my heat-loving seeds like aubergine, chilli and sweet peppers. I can remember waiting days for the seeds to germinate before buying the heat mat. If you'd like more than 10 bags of compost please call our Customer Service team who can arrange for a bespoke competitive quote on 01480 774555 (standard network charges apply)

The device is so durable that it can be used both indoors and outdoors in the greenhouse. It works great in hot and dry conditions without fear of causing damage. The ROOT!T Heat Mat Thermostat helps maintain the optimum rooting temperature for faster seedling and cutting growth. It does so by allowing you greater control over your growing environment, by monitoring the temperature and switching your heat mat on and off as required, within a pre-defined temperature range. An easy to read digital display ensures that users are able to monitor temperatures and take action where required. Using the Root!t Heat Mat Thermostat: We know how important your garden is to you. We've listened to our customers and introduced a new improved speedy delivery service, meaning Express deliverycomes as standard. They’re hard-wearing and easy to use - just lay them directly on staging or table, then simply wipe clean and roll up when not in use with an easy to read digital display ensures that users are able to monitor temperatures and take action where required. Size: 40cm (16") x 120cm (48") The mat when then switch off when the temperature reaches up to 21.5 degree Celsius. In this way, the heat is supplied to the seeds when they need it. The thermostat will save you unnecessary electricity been used to heat when it is not required.Growing Vaccinium in Containers- Growing the other Shrubby members of the Blueberry Family 30/01/2023 In this article, I will be talking about heat mats and their importance on propagating seeds, especially the root it heat mats . In a previous article, I talked about electrical propagators and their use in germinating seeds, but if you have a large number of seeds then a heat mat becomes necessary. The problem with most mats is that they come without a thermostat. This means that the mat is constantly switched on, so the compost is constantly heating. This means that the plants do not get any rest. ROOTiT Heat Mats produce a gentle heat, generated by the single mesh element encased inside a waterproof, fray-proof matting. Place the mat under a propagator or similar non-draining container, not inside of them. The mats’ surface temperate may however exceed 50 °C when turned on and should ideally be used with a temperature controller. Inserting a temperature controller’s waterproof temperature probe into the substrate used inside the propagator will enable you to regulate your substrate temperature automatically. Always try to match up your propagator size to your heat mat size. If the pad is larger than the propagator there will be heat loss on the exposed mat areas. If the pad is smaller than the propagator, the substrate will not be heated uniformly and/or adequately.

If you want to give your seeds a great head start, then I recommend you buy this heat mat and thermostat here.The ROOT!T Heat Mat Thermostat is also included and helps maintain the optimum rooting temperature for faster seedling and cutting growth. It does so by allowing you greater control over your growing environment, by monitoring the temperature and switching your heat mat on and off as required, within a pre-defined temperature range. The added bonus would be that soil at no time will overheat, saving you the need to water frequently, especially if the compost gets too dry. You must remember although the mat can heat up to 42 degree Celsius, the heat will not be directed to the compost in the trays. As some will be lost to the air that surrounds it.