Stewart P035B Essentials Electric Propagator, 52 cm - Black

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So I put some moist sand in the bottom with the sowed seed trays on top of the sand, put the lid on, closed the vents in the lid and set the temp for 20C. It's in the house on a table. I switched it on but the base didn't get warm. I left it a good few hours. Note: Do not place the propagator where the base or wiring could become wet - This product is not intended for outdoor use (Greenhouses are suitable). To allow adequate space for seedlings to establish, the best propagator will be around 15 – 20 cm in height . Ideally, you want to be looking for a propagator with a wattage of around 13 – 22 W . This will provide sufficient heat for seedlings without being too costly to run. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 10 – 15°C so the propagator needs enough power to maintain this. This propagator is certainly very effective, prompting seeds to germinate often in a matter of days, or maybe a week at most. It encourages germination in a wide range of plants from tomatoes, to chillies, to flowers like achillea. Thanks to the seven separate cells, you can plant different types of seeds in each one if you wish, and each cell has its own vent to control the temperature according to the different plant.

As I’ve already mentioned, this propagator is high performing, boosting the temperature by 8-10°C. The heat distributed is evenly spread across the base thanks to the reliable carbon fibre element, while the growing conditions can be controlled using individual vents across the 4 seed trays. Gentle heat from the base warms compost evenly stimulating germination and rooting. The built-in thermostat maintains soil temperature between 18ºC and 23ºC. Warm air is trapped under the ridged clear cover to maintain a moist atmosphere, and protect developing plants from draughts and drying out.Please note that the right to return goods which are not faulty does not apply to any goods which have been made to your own specifications.

Young plants are particularly susceptible to difficult climates, and need a consistent temperature to reach their peak. Germination only occurs when a plant has adequate moisture and warmth. Some Lily seed puts down a root (i.e. this is all underground) and starts making a little bulb, all with the energy stored in its tiny seed), and its only the following year that it puts up its first leaf. With those you have no idea if Year 1 has worked, or not, until Year 2 - very frustrating! For example, the Garland Super 7 Propagator is one of the best heated electric propagators for catering to different seeds; it has seven different pods and each one has its own ventilation. These type of set up allows you to keep some seeds cooler than others, all whilst using the same propagator. The propagator features a durable plastic tray which, when in operation, keeps plants between 15 and 20℃. A clear plastic lid fits snugly on top to minimise warm air from escaping and adjustable vents to allow full circulation of fresh air if needed.The Stewart heated propagator uses a bottom heating method to warm roots and raise the ambient temperature of the propagation tank allowing seedlings to sprout in ideal conditions.