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Hydrofarm CK64050 Germination Station with Heat Mat | 
| Brand: Hydrofarm
Category: Lawn & Patio
List Price: $34.99
Buy New: $23.37
as of 3/10/2010 08:31 CST details
You Save: $11.62 (33%)
New (13) from $23.37
Seller: ANTOnline
Rating:  13 reviews
Sales Rank: 70
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 38
Dimensions (in): 22 x 11 x 4
MPN: CK64050
Model: CK64050
UPC: 638104640503
EAN: 0638104640503
ASIN: B000HHO1RO
Release Date: April 18, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Germination station with electric heat, humidity control and 72-cell seedling inserts | | • | Provides gentle warmth to the planting bed; controls humidity under 2-inch dome | | • | Humidity dome with dual vent points for optimal airflow | | • | Includes seed starting booster, instructions with growing tips | | • | Watertight base tray measures 11 by 22 inches |
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Product Description
Increase your Germination Rate and allow your plants to get a healthier start. Provides gentle warmth for faster growth. Comes with 11 in x 22 in heated mat and 2 in tall mini greenhouse with 72 cell seedling insert.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 13
Works as advertised March 8, 2010
Adam Elmer (Madison, WI)
I've been using this for a couple of months. The only problem I've had, is that condensation on the dome will leak out when you move the tray. Other than that, it works well and is priced well.
Works as advertised March 5, 2010
CT (Seattle, Wa)
I dont think I would pay much more for this than a regular heat mat - the value in this product is the heat mat. The only reason I bought this one was it was less expensive than most other heat mats. The mat works fine, and the germination station is handy, but it is just a cheap plastic container. Having said that, I dont know if you need much more than that to germinate plants, so I wouldnt consider that a con.
 Cute, but a waste of money February 22, 2010
Larry F. Rogers (Aplace, MA USA)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
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.
 It is exactly what it shows. February 10, 2010
Snow
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
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.
It's a success! October 8, 2009
Aprisas (Costa Rica)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
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.
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