When starting seeds indoors are heat mats a good investment?
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Douglas Hunt on Feb 04, 2012I think that depends on how much propagation you plan on doing, Carol, but warm soil will definitely encourage germination. For a good collection of seed-starting tips, check out this article from Fine Gardening: http://www.finegardening.com/how-to/articles/ten-seed-starting-tips.aspxHelpful Reply
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CAROL H on Feb 05, 2012Douglas, Thanks for the link. It was very helpful.Helpful Reply
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Douglas Hunt on Feb 05, 2012You're welcome, Carol. Glad it helped.Helpful Reply
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Walter Reeves on Feb 05, 2012My mat gets a workout every spring. Don't worry if it smells like hot rubber at first....the odor will diminish.Helpful Reply
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CAROL H on Feb 05, 2012Walter, Do you start your seeds indoors?Helpful Reply
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Walter Reeves on Feb 06, 2012yes....tomatoes and annual flowers usuallyHelpful Reply
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CAROL H on Feb 06, 2012Just ordered my grow mat. Can't wait to get it...Helpful Reply
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