seedling heat mat?

[Dawagner]

When using a heating mat what temperature is everyone setting theirs too. Or what is the ideal target one should aim for. Thanks!

[Joyorchid]

My seedling mats just plug in, you dont set them.

[Dawagner]

Mine have a rheostat built into them so that's where my question is coming from. I know the hydroponic stores all sell thermostats to control the ones they sell too.

Do you know what temp your mat gets to?

[shushu45]

I think it would depent on what kind of orchids u have. But I'm really really new to s/h. Sorry I wish I knew more. Cuz I want to buy a few for the winter months since I have my thermostat on my heating unit set at 68° F. Sorry.

[Joyorchid]

Originally Posted by Dawagner

Mine have a rheostat built into them so that's where my question is coming from. I know the hydroponic stores all sell thermostats to control the ones they sell too.

Do you know what temp your mat gets to?

All the package ever said was 10-20 (F) degrees warmer.

[RNCollins]

Here's a link to a seedling mat thermostat that works with Hydrofarm mats...

Amazon.com: Hydrofarm MTPRTC Digital Thermostat For Heat Mats: Patio, Lawn & Garden

[My Green Pets]

I've been reading a lot about cattleyas recently and for their seedlings it is recommended to keep them at 75-80 degrees F.

[Dawagner]

Ok I've set it to be at around 68-70 and we'll see how that goes.

[Fairorchids]

The point with seedlings is to start them at lower light and higher temperatures. I would consider 68-70 to be adult Catt temperature, so mat should probably be set for 75-80F (and seedlings watered accordingly, so they do not dry out).

[Dawagner]

In this situation I am using it in conjuction with the S/H method for newly repotted plants to help with their adaptation to the S/H media and in general to encourage new root growth. I will try to aim for ~10 degrees higher than ambiant.