Product Description

Seedling Heat Mat Warms root area 10 to 20 over ambient temperature to improve seed germination. Increases success of seedlings and cuttings. UL-listed waterproof construction with 6 ft power cord.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #35535 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Size: 10x20
• Brand: Hydrofarm
• Model: MT10006
• Released on: 2008-04-18
• Dimensions: 3.00" h x 9.00" w x 19.50" l, 3.00 pounds

Features

• Seedling heat mat for better veggie, herb, and flower seed germination
• Warms root area 10 to 20 degrees over ambient temperature
• Increases the success of seedlings and cuttings
• UL listed, waterproof construction retains moisture for optimal safety
• Includes 6-foot power cord, instructions; UL listed

Amazon.com Product Description
Get a jump start on plantings and speed germination with this heat mat from Hydrofarm. The mat provides even heat distribution with its intricate pattern of fine wire throughout its waterproof, fray-proof material. The unit fits under one common seed flat to warm the rooting area 10 to 20 degrees over ambient temperature. Waterproof construction means optimal safety from electrical shock. The purchase includes the 17-watt mat, instructions printed on the mat. UL listed, the kit also comes complete with a 6-foot power cord.

From the Manufacturer
The Seedling Heat Mat uses 17 watts to warm root area 10 to 20 degrees over ambient temperature and improve seed germination and increases the success of seedlings and cuttings. UL listed, waterproof construction with six foot power cord.

Customer Reviews

Nothing like bottom heat!
This mat does the job! If you have a couple of seed flats to warm, this mat will suffice. On the other hand, if you, like me, really enjoy starting plants from seeds, you may want a larger size mat (or more than one of this size). In any case, this one does exactly what it is supposed to do: it gently (and reliably) warms seed flats until the seeds sprout.

Works like a charm
I bought this heat mat to get my seeds started inside. Since my apartment is cold and seeds like heat I thought i'd give it a try. Three days after I planted my seeds I had a ton of sprouts. Nearly every seed germinated. If you need some extra warmth to get your seeds going definitly get one of these heat mats.

It didn't get too hot and I was able to keep it right on my countertop. My only problem was I should have had a light to put over my seedlings once they sprouted. It's very easy to use as you just plug it in and put your tray on top. The instructions are even written right on the mat itself.

Works wonders
I started seeds this year under lights with and without this mat. The sprouts on the mat came up much faster and are much better looking than the ones that are just on the counter top.

The one minor problem I can see is that the mat is rated at 17 watts. My Kill-A-Watt meter shows that it pulls a constant 42 watts. For this reason I'm giving four starts to this product.