{"product_id":"ryset-soil-thermometer","title":"Soil Thermometer","description":"\u003cp\u003eKnow when your soil or potting mix is ready for sowing and planting with this easy-to-read Soil Thermometer. Designed specifically for garden use, it features a durable aluminium head and 304 stainless steel probe, with a clear dial that measures temperatures from 0–30°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil temperature plays an important role in the growth of food crops, and knowing the temperature of your soil can help you determine when conditions are suitable. As a general guide, cool-season crops such as peas, carrots, lettuce and spinach can be sown from around 10°C, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes, beans, cucumbers and pumpkins generally prefer soil temperatures of 18–21°C or above. Always check your seed packet for specific sowing and germination temperature recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo measure soil temperature, insert the 16cm probe 5–10cm into the soil or potting mix. The temperature is measured at the tip of the probe, so position it at planting depth and allow 5–10 minutes for the temperature to stabilise before taking a reading.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ryset","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51897213288751,"sku":"GT016","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0461\/9809\/6024\/files\/Ryset_Garden_Soil_Thermometer.jpg?v=1790728779","url":"https:\/\/backyardbotanist.com.au\/products\/ryset-soil-thermometer","provider":"Backyard Botanist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}