I start many vegetable plants from seeds. Can this have any effect on plants (either positive or negative)? How far from electronics?
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Definitely keep it away from ANYTHING electronic. My computer got fried by it. As for plants, I don't know for sure, but having negative ions around is good for us, so it may be good for plants too. Just realize this is a VERY powerful device, and can cause electrostatic shocks if you touch it, or even anything conductive within a few feet of it, such as a metal lamp base. I would keep your seeds at least 4 feet away, out of range of the "hot zone."
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I started cool weather seeds this week (lettuce,spinach,peas). I'll start other plants probably next week. I watch how cold it will get overnight. If it stays above 32, I figure most seeds will be ok. By the time the little shoots have started coming up, it will be staying warmer at night. I'll bring in geraniums and pansies in the next week or two. I've been in the greenhouse the past few evenings and it is still pretty warm. I always go by Zone 4 for Colo. And I always try to pick perennials that are native to this area. You can't go wrong with any of them. They take the cold weather better. It's always trial and error with these little grow house. Good luck and thanks for asking! I started cool weather seeds this week (lettuce,spinach,peas). I'll start other plants probably next week. I watch how cold it will get overnight. If it stays above 32, I figure most seeds will be ok. By the time the little shoots have started coming up, it will be staying warmer at night. I'll bring in geraniums and pansies in the next week or two. I've been in the greenhouse the past few evenings and it is still pretty warm. I always go by Zone 4 for Colo. And I always try to pick perennials that are native to this area. You can't go wrong with any of them. They take the cold weather... » Read More I started cool weather seeds this week (lettuce,spinach,peas). I'll start other plants probably next week. I watch how cold it will get overnight. If it stays above 32, I figure most seeds will be ok. By the time the little shoots have started coming up, it will be staying warmer at night. I'll bring in geraniums and pansies in the next week or two. I've been in the greenhouse the past few evenings and it is still pretty warm. I always go by Zone 4 for Colo. And I always try to pick perennials that are native to this area. You can't go wrong with any of them. They take the cold weather better. It's always trial and error with these little grow house. Good luck and thanks for asking! « Show Less
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I can't say what its effect on plants would be as I've only used it on carpet indoors.
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You can use seeds from your own veggie collection--I do! It's how I start all my vegies. However, you do need the sponge. The containers hold the sponge, which soaks up water and nutrients, and your seeds grow in that.
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Used in my greenhouse on Dahlias. Didn't seem to cause any problems. Test with caution on yours first.
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I don't know, NONE of my 30 seeds produced a single plant. I fertilized, watered, and weeded, after cultivating the soil. THE SEEDS FROM THIS COMPANY WERE BAD!
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Do not use this product near food sources! It is made for the lawn control of grubs. Bayer has many excellent products that can be used in the vegetable garden! This product should not be used near vegetables.
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No at start up it runs at about 4.5 amps then tapers off to a constant 3.2 amps. You really get you bang for your buck with these. I would strictly use them for just veg though. Need something bigger come flower time.
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According to this website:http://web.extension.illinois.edu/blmp/news/news27553.htmlIt is perfectly safe for vegetable gardens. I used the product last year around my herb garden and everything came out fine.
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These are good for starting vegetables and for small plants, but for growing larger plants you will need bigger lights. more like 40watt size x 4 wide.
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They are not bad, but I have had better luck using self watering planters to start my seed with the heating mat, I use the moisture control miracle grow, and cheap shop lights that I bought at Menards for light, set it all up on a high shelf in my garage with epson salt when planting.
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Better ask the manufacturer. My opinion is : Don't use it on any plants you will eat!!
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I am not sure if it is harmful to plants. I would take a look at diatomaceous earth food grade to protect your plants and or garden vegetation. Check out this video I believe it will be a great help to you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ttv7YFfMnRE
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this link has a detailed description. It says it's safe for vegetable plants. http://www.planetnatural.com/site/burnout-weed-killer.html
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No. I planted 4 packets of seeds in different areas and have gotten nothing. Big waste of money and thyme (pun intended!)
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I didn't use a thermostat when I grew my tomato plants from seeds. They were fine. Just be sure the seeds don't get dry. Good luck.
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These are great for starting seeds. They have no nutrients at all. But make sure you have a real good root system before you transplant the plant in the ground. I didn't do this and my plants died. Plus keep them moist also they dry out quickly I set mine in a pan of water. Your seeds will start sprouting in less 5 days I was amazed. This is so worth the money.