{"product_id":"soil-test-thermometer","title":"Soil Test Thermometer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Soil Test Thermometer is a Taylor dial thermometer with a 5 inch probe for monitoring soil at optimum germination temperatures.\u003c\/strong\u003e It reads from 20 to 180 degrees F, making it useful both for timing planting and for checking soil mixes during sterilization or pasteurization. Knowing soil temperature helps you avoid diseases like pythium (damping off). A clip is included for securing it to pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dial soil thermometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taylor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProbe:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 to 180 degrees F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip for securing to pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germination timing and soil sterilization checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming seed sowing to ideal soil temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoiding damping off and cold-soil planting stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring soil during sterilization or pasteurization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking seasonal soil temperature trends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreenhouse and seed-starting setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert the probe to root depth, about 2 to 4 inches for most vegetables, in the area you plan to plant. Leave it in place 3 to 5 minutes until the reading stabilizes, then check the dial. Take readings in the morning and late afternoon to understand daily fluctuations, and wipe the probe clean after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Grow Organic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow Organic supplies seeds, tools, and natural growing products for home gardeners and small farms, with a focus on organic and earth-friendly solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50394561282326,"sku":"TM800","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/soil-test-thermometer.jpg?v=1755812577","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/soil-test-thermometer","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}