taking things out of the propogator

[quanglewangle]

Secondhand? I got one of mine 12 x8 for free...

Yeh - I've identified two or three abandoned greenhouses within a few hundred meters, all without glass and probably available for the asking. BUT I have had enough trouble with the wind and 3mm agricultural glass that I resolved that the next one will be toughened glass. I don't want plastic on aesthetic, transparency and longevity grounds. It turns out that having toughened glass panels made one at a time to fit an existing greenhouse is very expensive - more than a new all-toughened greenhouse.

We obviously won't be taking our planned vacation but we have also suspended all other spending plans too. So next year maybe.

[goosander]

Reading this thread has saved me years of trying to get things right .
Thanks
Bob.

[Snadger]

I have a heated propagator but haven't used it for the last few years. I mainly just germinate on the windowsill but seeds that need a high temperature start life on top of the fridge (externally) which seems to be warm enough for them.

My auld dad used to use the airing cupboard.

[mcdood]

The real problem is that I asked Father Christmas for a second, decent size, greenhouse but she said we should go to Vienna, by train, to the opera instead..

I needed that laugh this morning, thank you sir

[ghexton]

Hello all,

Here are all my babies atm as you can see some have just come out the propagator, thought i might have been bit premature but this tread has settled me a little. also they dont seem to be growing so well as i think the temperature have dropped.

Herbs sprouting (used and bag over the top of pots):
https://ibb.co/ZW9kcwF

Potatoes Chitting:
https://ibb.co/CKcCpN7

Chillis on top tray and mixed on bottom tray with:
https://ibb.co/5KNzGzj

Toms:
https://ibb.co/Rh7GW5L
https://ibb.co/nz2GLW5

Mixed seedlings pricked out i thought was ealry:
https://ibb.co/P6cwNxj

Melon, cucumber and toms to plant up:
https://ibb.co/bHbDYbt

Sweet Peppers Californian wonder:
https://ibb.co/mN13VK9

There has been no action on these and its been around 16 days. think i need to up the temperatures. Was looking to get a heat mat found some on flee bay (Reptile Vivarium Heating Mat Warm Heater Pad with Thermostat Controller+UK PLUG- �8.49 each) Would these do the job? As they're fraction of price of the official hydro ones which are around �40!

Also Sarris if you need any more pallet collars let me know we have loads at work.

Thanks.

[quanglewangle]

Hello all,

(Reptile Vivarium Heating Mat Warm Heater Pad with Thermostat Controller+UK PLUG- �8.49 each) Would these do the job?

Also Sarris if you need any more pallet collars let me know we have loads at work.

Thanks.

Heat mat probably needs to be > 30W but depends on area and how warm your house is. If it's thermostatic it won't overheat so get most watts you can, I would say.

Wass a pallet collar?

[ghexton]

hello,
At quanglewangle pallet collars are collars for pallet used used on top if pallets in shipping. You can often by them for couple quid to build raised beds cheaply.
Please see below how i have used them to build my own raised beds.
they are 1200x800mm

https://ibb.co/fvd4Pm6
https://ibb.co/0p0hqGD

Also the spec of the Vivarium Heat Mat Heating Warm Heater Pad Reptile with Thermostat Controller is:
Description
100% Brand New and High quality.
Good to stimulate appetite and improve dyspepsia.
Easy to wash, convenient and practical.
Heat mat distributes the heat uniformly to the surface of the substrate.
Ultra thin design with maximum flexibility.
Grid structure ensures excellent and even heat dissipation.
Built-in thermostat, safe and balanced temperature distribution.
With a adjustable switch, adjustable temperature ranged 0-35 degree.
Can be used inside or outside of incubator, also can be used in water for a short time.
Suitable for tortoise, snake, lizard, gecko, spider, etc.

Specification:
Type:Warm Heater
Color:Black
Item Size:
20W(42X28CM)
Cable Length:150cm
Plug:UK

Package Includes:
1*Reptile Warm Heater

So I'm guessing this wont be strong enough? its to go inside in confined grow cupboard.

Thansk.

[ghexton]

Yes you do spy bean @ scarlet. i got excited and planted loads of things up.
Ive gone fully wild an decided ti build an grow cupboard to aid my rubbish windowcills.
and orded a fancy LED light off DIYLED.co.uk taking an age to arrive though.
if you all want pics im planning to finish it this weekend.

[toomanytommytoes]

Yes you do spy bean @ scarlet. i got excited and planted loads of things up.
Ive gone fully wild an decided ti build an grow cupboard to aid my rubbish windowcills.
and orded a fancy LED light off DIYLED.co.uk taking an age to arrive though.
if you all want pics im planning to finish it this weekend.

Oooh, which light did you order? I understand he's just moved premises so is a bit swamped and the delivery companies are having issues at the moment.

[ghexton]

@ toomanytommytoes i went for the Scope-150 [V2] DIY Led Strip Kit, due to low profile and efficiency for output, my grow space is only going to 75d x95w x110h cm above a washing machine. ha. Ive also fitted a extractor which im planning to box in with MDF to make it hopefully a lot quieter. As above my concerns are temps hence the budget heat mat, it will all be fully lined with some budget diamond mylar i got off flee bay for few squids.

[ghexton]

Ill take the risk with the �8 reptile mat.

[toomanytommytoes]

@ toomanytommytoes i went for the Scope-150 [V2] DIY Led Strip Kit, due to low profile and efficiency for output, my grow space is only going to 75d x95w x110h cm above a washing machine. ha. Ive also fitted a extractor which im planning to box in with MDF to make it hopefully a lot quieter. As above my concerns are temps hence the budget heat mat, it will all be fully lined with some budget diamond mylar i got off flee bay for few squids.

You can grow from seed to harvest with a light like that. Would be good for growing micro tomatoes, tender herbs etc. over winter.

[ghexton]

You've got me sussed toomanytommytoes. Was keen to get my seedlings as far along as possible on 18/6 light routine so when final frost comes they are quite large and ready for greenhouse and outside in hope they will all fruit quicker and extend my season.

[quanglewangle]

Ill take the risk with the �8 reptile mat.

Not a lot to lose...

[veggiechicken]

Not a lot to lose...

............unless you're a lizard.