Aero Garden

November 15, 2024 Post a Comment

Aero garden

Yes. AeroGarden's Harvest Elite is a great hydroponic garden that stands up to its claims. I had a blast testing it and watching the plants grow, and my daughter did, too. It is easy to use and easy to clean, despite small inconveniences like super bright LED grow lights and a useless water level indicator.

How much does AeroGarden cost per month?

AeroGarden Model	Wattage Used (Average)	Cost to Run Per Month at 11¢ Per kw/hour
AeroGarden Bounty	48 watts	$2.78 per month
AeroGarden Harvest	23 watts	$1.33 per month

How long do AeroGarden plants last?

Flowers: Flower varieties typically grow for 3-4 months. Some may only last as long as 2 months. Lettuces & Greens: The average lifespan for lettuces and salad greens is about 2 months. Some may last up to 3 months.

What is an AeroGarden?

A self-watering garden that anyone can enjoy. With AeroGarden, enjoying year around freshness is simple. Just insert your pre-seeded pods, add water and our patented Liquid Nutrients and watch your plants flourish. It's that easy.

Does AeroGarden raise electric bill?

Does the Aerogarden use a lot of Electricity? Most Aerogardens are pretty energy efficient nowadays with LED lighting and low power pumps. How much electricity you use really depends on the model you are using, and how you set the light and pump schedule.

What is better than AeroGarden?

Based on our above Aerogarden vs Smart Garden comparison, both products are great. Each will do the job and help you grow a kitchen garden year-round. However, in my opinion, the Click and Grow Indoor Smart Garden is a better choice for beginners.

How long do AeroGarden seeds last?

We guarantee germination of our seed kits for one year after purchase from any authorized seller. Generally, the seeds in a seed kit will remain viable for two years from the date of assembly if stored in a cool, dry location.

How often should I change the water in my AeroGarden?

You should really be watering almost every day or in some cases every day. So if you take a look

Can you grow regular plants in AeroGarden?

Just about anything that grows above the ground can be planted in an AeroGarden. Some seeds will be more successful than others, but experimenting is part of the fun!

Does AeroGarden need to be cleaned?

At a minimum, you should clean your AeroGarden every time you plant new pods. In addition to cleaning in between plantings, you should also replace the water every 4-6 weeks. You don't have to do a full sanitizing like described above. Just empty the reservoir, rinse out the bowl and fill it with clean water.

Can I transfer plants from AeroGarden to soil?

The best time to make the move from an AeroGarden seed starting system to soil is when the seedling grows its first set of true leaves. At this stage, roots have penetrated the grow sponges, but they are not yet long and entangled with one another.

Why do AeroGarden pods get moldy?

Sometimes, in hydroponic gardens, mold and algae can grow on top of your plant pods. A small amount of algae and mold can occur naturally because we do not use any fungicides or sterilizing agents in our plant pods or seeds.

Does AeroGarden get bugs?

Plants grown in an AeroGarden are susceptible to all the same pests as other indoor houseplants. Please be aware that the recommended control procedures listed on some of these sites may not be recommended for food plants.

Where should I put AeroGarden in my home?

I own the AeroGarden Harvest. It's about the size of a small houseplant or large cat, 11 x 8 inches. It sits nicely on my windowsill, but you can keep it anywhere, regardless of natural light. My unit holds up to six seed pods, which are essentially tiny plastic grow baskets with pre-seeded sponges.

Can AeroGarden pods be reused?

Our Seed Pods are not reusable since they get overgrown with roots. You should have no issues with transplanting the Aerogarden seed pods into your own soil if you care to do so. Please visit our website to find our Grow Anything Seed Pod Kits that you can use to plant your own seeds in our seedpods.

Is tap water OK for AeroGarden?

Choose the type of water you use carefully – The directions specify to use tap water or distilled water. My recommendation is not to use tap water, especially if you use a water softener, the added sodium in the water can stunt or even prevent the plants from growing.

Can I turn my AeroGarden off at night?

The light can stay on during the evening hours, or you can have it be turned off. When you set up your AeroGarden with a programmable menu, the garden will maintain a light and pump cycle that is optimal for the type of plant you have growing.

Do I need to replant my AeroGarden plants?

If they get too big, too crowded or develop algae, you may want to consider an AeroGarden transplant. Many gardeners start seedlings in AeroGardens with this in mind and transplant the plants afterwards. Transplanting hydroponic plants to soil requires careful planning, but it can be done successfully.

Can I use regular Miracle Grow in my AeroGarden?

The first thing to understand is--normal plant food (like Miracle Gro's traditional blue crystal plant food for houseplants) is NOT a suitable substitute for Aerogarden's liquid plant food because this kind of food is designed to work with soil--just putting it in water won't provide the pH balance or micronutrients