Soil thermometer used to measure soil temperature. The scale shows temperature at the end of the spike with two holes. Maximum depth of the measurement is 13cm. The termometer should be put in and taken out delicately without using force and not touching the glass capillary. When the soil is frozen or hard use a different tool to make a hole. Our product does not contain mercury. To learn about the correct temperature for different plants please read professional gardening booklets. We also have tools to measure soil pH, moisture and fertility. Temperature range from -10C to 100C.