Root-it Heat mats are the ideal solution for keeping seedlings and cuttings at the optimum temperature for early development. Simply place the root-it heat mat underneath the bottom of your propagator and it will provide an even spread of heat to the bottom of your plants. In order to ensure the correct temperature for seedlings to develop (especially during winter months) a heat mat will trigger accelerated plant growth and is perfect to use alongside the Root-it Thermostat.
The Root-it Heat mats are waterproof and wipe clean. Root-it 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.
