This saves time and ensures reliable sprouting.
Diy seed germination mat.
When starting seeds providing the right amount of heat is crucial yet difficult as the room you use is warm during the day but cool at night.
73 75 degrees f soil temperature.
Commercial heat mat surface temperature thermometer placed on top of soil.
Diy heat mat seeds need three things to germinate.
To control heating times use a thermostat or timer.
Diy light heat mat surface temperature.
Soil water and warmth.
Bottom temperature gap between heat mat and seed trays.
Find out how we use these tools to get a 100 germination rate.
How to germinate seeds.
Of particular interest is the temperature comparisons of the store bought heat mats and the diy plan.
Commercial heating mats and cables are made just for this purpose but.
Noticing that i would have to drop a lot of dough for heat mats i decided to go with this plan instead.
Providing a heat source under the seed tray urges the seeds to germinate in a hurry.
We use a heat mat and thermometer to germinate our vegetable garden seeds.