Greenhouse Heating Mats
An introduction to the benefits of heating mats on your greenhouse plants. Heating mats are a great tool for keeping plants at a consistent temperature. They are primarily used for soil and seedlings but shouldn’t be overlooked for very small plants.

Posted Wednesday, January 18, 2006

Heating mats are a great tool for keeping plants at a consistent temperature. They are primarily used for soil and seedlings but shouldn’t be overlooked for very small plants.

There are many options on the market for heat mats today. You can find heat mat thermostats to maintain proper temperatures, and if you are using several mats you can find multi-outlet cords to keep wires tidy.

If your intention is to apply heat to soil, soil heating cables may be the right supply for you. Using a built-in thermostat, the cables heat up the soil every time it falls below optimum levels. Bottom-heating is used to maximize the potency of soil.

You need to consider how much area is heated by each product. A reliable vendor will share a chart showing how much area is heated by each of its products. This is vital information without which can spell disaster for your entire growing operation.