Comments on: Hydrofarm MT10006 Seedling Heat Mat, 10 By 20 Inches

By: Cybelline

Cybelline — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:48:09 +0000

We keep our house on the chilly side in the winter, so I’ve never been able to successfully germinate seeds before. I’ve only just received this seed mat, however can already tell that it heats to a very gentle warm temperature, and it is a perfect size for the one flat that I will be starting this year. Since there is no on or off switch, & it just plugs into the wall to heat, if you can afford to get the thermostat adjuster it would probably be a good idea. But this will still do the job without it!
Rating: 5 / 5

By: K. Tharp

K. Tharp — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:55:38 +0000

This product works well, and I have had no trouble with it getting warmer than I want. I didn’t get a thermostat for mine, and so far I haven’t felt I needed one. I am starting my seeds in school milk cartons with the tops cut off (since I am a teacher, I have access to a limitless supply), so, I think that probably helps a bit since they are a little deeper than a seed starting tray. I’d have liked to get a bigger one, but couldn’t justify spending the money.
Rating: 4 / 5

By: Bold Consumer

Bold Consumer — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:12:19 +0000

I have an amazingly good return (sprout rate) on the seeds I planted using this seedling heat mat. What a great idea!

This makes growing from seeds so easy.

I've learned that it helps to soak the seeds in water for 24 hours or so, or follow the instructions on the packet if they have instructions.

Then just sprinkle the dirt over them and provide the right amount of heat. The seeds don't need nutrition at this point, but they do need warm temperatures.

I love this product! Rating: 5 / 5