Agro Commodities & Agricultural Produts

5 Responses

1. Larry F. Rogers Said,

   I find that convenience often outweighs the quality or even usability of the product. The thought that you could just place your plants out of sight out of mind while some miraculous grow kit does the work for you is an ideal based on nonsense. If it was that easy, there wouldn’t be instructions.

   I have found that warmth assists in germination over 40 years of gardening. But I don’t buy a dedicated germination kit. The standard seeding kits available for $3.00 are fine. I have one I like for the windowsill, not because I love the brand or soil it contains, but because it FITS ON THE WINDOWSILL!! That makes it convenient for me and agreeable to the wife.

   Heating pads are kind of silly. The cost is ridiculous and, if you really want to heat your seedlings, then put an electric blanket or throw under them. You can get a single blanket electric or throw for about $20 and you can sit like 6 of these starter trays on them and warm them all with a totally reusable unit.

   I did notice that when on the electric blanket, the seedlings start a bit earlier. And if in a colder area (basement/attic) the blanket was essential to get them to kick into gear. But the blanket is huge and you can cover a much wider starting area. If you want a smaller area, fold the blanket. Low temp is usually enough to keep my kit around 70, but your environment may be different. Don’t put either outside in 20 degree weather or you will get chilling results.

   At any rate, these warming seed starting kits are a waste of money. If you have absolutely no sun exposure or are starting so many you can’t keep them in the house on a window sill or near any window, then get a heating blanket and a grow light. Much cheaper in the long run.
   Rating: 2 / 5

   Posted on February 23rd, 2010 at 3:56 am

2. Snow Said,

   Although it may seem a little over priced, it is the convenience that you pay for. The product is exactly what it shows, a plastic tub with a plastic top, plastic dirt moldings, and a heating pad. If you think about the price of the heating pad that fits perfectly with the container, it is well worth the while.

   In addition, I have had success with this product. I grow indoor coffee, and I have received a much quicker germination rate; as well as being healthier. Furthermore, it gives you great control of not only temperature, but humidity. In my opinion, that is a major plus.
   Rating: 5 / 5

   Posted on February 23rd, 2010 at 4:47 am

3. Paul B. Oldfield Said,

   My wife really loves them. So far 100% success,the new heat mat is much better than the 14 year old mat it is replacing.I would recommend it to anyone!
   Rating: 5 / 5

   Posted on February 23rd, 2010 at 5:02 am

4. Aprisas Said,

   I spent months trying to sprout different kinds of seeds, from brugmansias to palms…with a very low success rate. Then I decided to give this product a try and I finally began to see the results!! The constant heat is a must. I have also bought the big dome station which I prefer for its space and included ventilation on top. I’m really happy with these items. If handled with care they will last over and over.
   Rating: 5 / 5

   Posted on February 23rd, 2010 at 7:41 am

5. Ben Cole Said,

   Since purchasing this item, we are still having problems germinating seeds, but we are doing better than we did before, so I think it’s a good thing to buy–it works as advertised but germinating seeds seems to be a hard thing to do regardless.
   Rating: 4 / 5

   Posted on February 23rd, 2010 at 8:51 am

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