What is capillary mat?
The Capillary Mat is a lightweight, mildew-resistant fabric designed to first absorb, then deliver water to the plants placed on the mat. Water is wicked quickly to plant roots, providing a more efficient and effective means of watering.
How long does capillary matting last?
The mats themselves will generally last for around 2 years.
What do you put under seed trays?
- Fill small pots or seed trays with compost.
- Sprinkle seeds evenly and thinly over the surface of the compost, leaving approx 2cm – 3cm between each one, if possible.
- Cover the pot with a clear polythene bag or piece of glass or clear plastic, to maintain an even temperature for germination, and keep the compost moist.
Can you wash capillary matting?
Also, capillary mats become dirty over time and algae may even start to grow on them. You can easily fix this by washing your mat in the washing machine using laundry detergent and a bit of bleach. You can use capillary mats over and over if you wash them every few months.
How do you make capillary mats?
How to Make a Capillary Mat
- Lay down a clean poly sheet.
- Lay the fibrous capillary matting material on top of the film.
- Place plants on capillary matting in locations where the plant will be in contact with the capillary material.
- Expose capillary mat to water to enable the mat to supply water to the plants.
Does capillary matting work?
Capillary matting divide the water from the bottom so that the plants are irrigated equally. The advantage of irrigation from the bottom of the plant is a better development of the roods in the pot. For the best result its important that the capillary mats are placed in the right position and are used in the right way.
What do you need to know about seed capillary mats?
Benefits of Seed Capillary Mats. Capillary mats are a surefire way of providing a steady, adequate supply of water to germinating seeds and seedlings. A capillary mat is a mat made of felt (or other absorbent fabric) upon which potted seedlings sit.
Can you use a capillary mat in a pot?
You can use capillary mats effectively with peat pots, soil blocks or pots and trays with holes in the bottom. You can even use a variety of containers on top of one capillary mat. Monitor your plants to gauge how often you have to fill the tray.
How often do you need to fill capillary mat?
You can use capillary mats effectively with peat pots, soil blocks or pots and trays with holes in the bottom. You can even use a variety of containers on top of one capillary mat. Monitor your plants to gauge how often you have to fill the tray. It could be anywhere from several days to one week between waterings.