{"product_id":"aquamat-capillary-mat-systems","title":"AquaMat Capillary Mat Systems","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a bare mat?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquamat-capillary-mats-mat-only\"\u003eShop AquaMat Capillary Mats — Mat Only\u003c\/a\u003e for mats without a sensor, irrigation fittings, or containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 680px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.05rem; color: #3a3a3a; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaMat Capillary Mat Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e provide consistent, bottom-up irrigation for seedlings, clones, nursery pots, and vegetative plants. The mat distributes water across its surface so compatible containers can absorb moisture from below as plants need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your mat size, Blumat sensor, and container option.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.05rem; color: #3a3a3a; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eAquaMat promotes even hydration, improved soil aeration, and rapid vegetative growth while reducing hand watering. Automated configurations use a Blumat sensor to respond directly to moisture conditions—without timers, programming, or electricity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\" open\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eHow It Works \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWater enters the AquaMat and spreads across the capillary surface. Containers with bottom openings sit directly on the mat and absorb water from below, allowing moisture to move upward through the growing media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eWith a Blumat control option, the ceramic sensor responds continuously to moisture conditions and opens or closes the water supply automatically. The surface-mounted sensor reads the mat directly; the preset 5\" sensor uses a soil-filled pilot container to regulate the mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eMat Size Options \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2rem; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2×4 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compact propagation or vegetative area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3×3 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e — Square grow-tent or nursery layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4×4 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full 4×4 grow-tent footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4×8 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e — Large propagation, nursery, or vegetative area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eIrrigation Control Options \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2rem; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreset 5\" Blumat Sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sits in a soil-filled pilot container and regulates flow according to root-zone moisture. Best for pots approximately 4\" or larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface-Mounted Blumat\u003c\/strong\u003e — Uses a bell-shaped ceramic base that sits directly on the mat and controls moisture across the capillary surface. Ideal for cell trays and small containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eContainer Options \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2rem; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrassroots 1-Gallon Bottomless Sleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e — Open-bottom containers that maximize contact with the mat, improve aeration, and simplify transplanting. Includes 10 for 2×4, 20 for 3×3 or 4×4, and 40 for 4×8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Woven Nursery Pots\u003c\/strong\u003e — Biodegradable, tear-resistant fabric containers that allow roots to grow through the sides and bottom. Includes 50 with any mat size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNone\u003c\/strong\u003e — Use your own containers. Choose pots, trays, or bags with drainage openings positioned flush against the mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eWhat's Included \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2rem; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquaMat capillary mat sized for your selected growing area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlumat irrigation control components for the sensor you select\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrassroots bottomless sleeves or non-woven nursery pots when a container option is selected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eWhat You'll Also Need \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAutomated AquaMat configurations require an 8mm supply line and a compatible water source:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2rem; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8mm supply line\u003c\/strong\u003e running from the water source to the Blumat control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGravity reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e with an 8mm bulkhead connection, positioned high enough to provide reliable operating pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressurized source\u003c\/strong\u003e such as a hose bib or pump, paired with a Blumat-compatible pressure reducer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe water source, main supply line, pump, hose connection, and pressure reducer are sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eSetup Notes \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2rem; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the mat on a clean, level surface so water can spread evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace containers directly against the mat with no air gap beneath them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse containers with bottom openings that allow the growing media or roots to contact the capillary surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-water newly placed containers until moisture contact is established between the growing media and the mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d4c9b0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 1rem 0; font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 300;\"\u003e＋\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 1.2rem; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an AquaMat capillary mat system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a bottom-watering system that spreads water across a capillary mat so compatible containers can absorb moisture from below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Blumat control should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the preset 5\" sensor for soil-filled pots approximately 4\" or larger. Choose the surface-mounted Blumat for cell trays, small containers, or when you want the sensor to read the mat directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use my own pots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Select “None” for the container option and use pots, trays, or fabric bags with openings that sit flush against the mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan AquaMat run from gravity or pressure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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