Electra Grow Heat Mats

This propagation mat warms the soil for faster germination.

Electra grow heat mats.

The temperature is self regulating and stays about 20 warmer than the surrounding air temperature. The thermostatically controlled rubber mat fits inside a wire frame. Just place tray s or pot s on heating mat and the soil in the tray will be heated 10 20 f without heating thermostat above the room temperature. Plug it in and set your seeding flats on the frame for temperature controlled germination.

I have had good results with an electra grow mat which is available from many seed companies for roughly 50. The electra grow mat is an easy to use seedling heat mat. Electra grow mat 17 x 38 regular price. Jump start electric heating cable 24 ft.

Plugs into any standard household outlet. Easy to use electra grow propagation mat comes with support frame to let heat rise and air circulate between mat and planting tray. Gro mat has been pre tested and set to the correct temperature for use. The wire rack is made of non conductive metal and can be handled with no danger of being burned.

Simply place seed flats on the wire racks and plug into a normal 110 outlet. There are all sorts of different kinds that range all over the cost continuum. Since soil temperature can be so critical to germination success many gardeners use heat mats. Integrated metal rack holds your tray slightly above the mat to provide a gentle even heat that will not dry out your plants as quickly as other mats.

Holds a steady 70 f temperature. Gro mat brand electric seedling mats produce a uniform radiant heat for quick propagation of your seedlings. More space may be needed between the heat mat and your flats if used in a. Heavy duty rubber mat is waterproof except at plug and will last many seasons.

The smaller size mat is just the right size for one of my 11. Bottom heat is one of the most important and effective ways to improve plant germination and rooting.