Optimum seedling moisture content..

[Bernard Irving]

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I would like some information on the ideal moisture for seedling germination.

Tomato and peppers. 

Also which probe would you recommend. 

I am a chemist and am interested in experimenting on optimising growing conditions for seedling germination.

I am using poly acrylamide water retention granules at about 1% %v/v

Can you help

Bernard Irving   <bernardirving@hotmail.com>

[Bruce comments
Assuming these are potted plants, the sensor probe would need to be small
enough to insert into the pot without disturbing the roots too much,
and provide a volumetric readout.
Please provide more information on the application.
I wonder if anyone can comment on the effect of water retention
granules on measured water content?!

I am sure the various manufacturers will also contact you directly.
Bruce]