Product Description

Don't have a green thumb? Don't worry! The AeroGarden offers easy, foolproof gardening year-round, right on your countertop. Grow fresh herbs, lettuce, tomatoes, petunias and more in the pre-seeded Bio-Dome(tm) grow pod with self-monitoring system that adjusts for the best growing conditions. Limited warranty. Model 2101-00B.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #6006 in Lawn & Patio
• Color: Silver
• Brand: AeroGrow
• Model: 2101-00S
• Released on: 2007-08-15
• Dimensions: 10.50" h x 15.50" w x 18.00" l,

Features

• High-tech indoor garden system with grow light, nutrients, guide and herb seed kit
• Self-watering, self-feeding, auto-grow system; easy enough for kids to use
• Harvest directly from the unit, or use for sprouting, transplants, propagation, cuttings, and mixed-variety planting (with a wide variety of AeroGrow seed kits)
• Includes pre-seeded bio-dome grow pod, 2 daylight-spectrum bulbs, nutrients, tending and harvesting guide and recipes
• Organic based, 100% natural; proven by NASA as the highest-yielding plant growth technology

Amazon.com Product Description
Enjoy fresh greens at every meal no matter what the season. With AeroGrow's AeroGarden garden kit, it's easy to cultivate lettuce, cherry tomatoes, herbs, chili peppers, edible flowers, and more in an energy-efficient, organic-based environment right in the kitchen. This compact chef's tool includes everything the indoor farmer needs: a preseeded bio-dome grow pod, two daylight-spectrum bulbs, nutrients, and a helpful tending and harvesting guide complete with recipes. Just follow the simple instructions to set up, and the growing process starts immediately, with germination occurring within 24 hours and a mature plant that is ready five times faster than if grown in soil. The AeroGarden system monitors itself to create ideal growing conditions for each plant and alerts you when it's time to add more water and nutrients. No dirt or natural light is needed, so even low-light spaces are suitable. Plug kits for many kinds of plants are available from AeroGrow.

Seven Reasons Gardeners Love the AeroGarden 1. Garden all year round • Extends the growing season to 365 days a year • No weeds, no pesticides, no mess • No land? No problem. Perfect for gardeners in condos, high-rises, and apartments. 2. Fresh homegrown herbs and vegetables, right in the kitchen • Garden-fresh food available all year round, "right off the plant and into the pot" • Grow a wide variety of salad greens, tomatoes, herbs, chili peppers, flowers, and more 3. Revolutionary aeroponic technology--plants grow in air and water, not dirt • NASA-proven space age technology; plants grow five times faster than in dirt • Grows hundreds of dollars of herbs and vegetables every year • Guaranteed harvests in 28 days (herbs and salad greens) 4. Plug-and-grow simple--100 percent success guaranteed • Grow lights included to ensure healthy growth without a sunny window • Preseeded bio-dome grow pods ensure 100 percent germination, often within 24 hours • Microprocessor automatically adjusts nutrient delivery, light cycles, and water flow for specific plant types for healthier growth • Reminds you when to add water and nutrients 5. Easy, no-mess seed starting for transplanting into outdoor gardens • Grow indoors to maturity and harvest or use as a seed starter for outdoor gardens for a head start on the growing season • Seeds germinate quickly and establish healthy root systems for transplant • Oxygen-rich growing chamber is ideal for propagation and rooting of plant cuttings for cloning plants of your choice 6. Convenient, no-mess, hassle-free growing • Plant in minutes, sprout in days, harvest continuously for months • Low maintenance--healthy, vibrant gardens in less than 10 minutes a month 7. Organic-based, timed-release nutrient tablets for healthier plants • Perfect nutrition and pH balance with more than 60 macronutrients and micronutrients for optimal plant health and abundant harvests

The AeroGarden System The AeroGarden Includes: 1. Built-in plant-lighting system • The full-daylight-spectrum, energy-efficient grow lights allow you to grow anywhere with no natural sunlight needed. 2. Aeroponic optimizing chamber • Creates a near-perfect rainforest growing environment. 3. Computerized "smart" garden technology • Built-in microprocessor automatically adjusts nutrient delivery, light cycles, and water for specific plant types • Built-in light timer turns lights on and off • Built-in reminder system automatically alerts you to add water and nutrients Free seed kit also included with each AeroGarden: A. Preseeded bio-dome seed pods • Enclosed in their own mini-greenhouse for ultra-fast germination B. Timed-release nutrient tablets • Perfect plant nutrition with 85 macronutrients and micronutrients for optimal plant health. C. Tending and harvesting guide with recipes • Walks you through everything you need to know to grow and harvest your plants, as well as tips and recipes for enjoying your harvests.

FAQ Q: What is aeroponics? A: Aeroponics is a dirt-free growing method in which plant roots are suspended in air within a 100 percent humidity, highly oxygenated growing chamber. Because the roots are bathed with ideal levels of nutrients, water, and oxygen, plants grow significantly faster, are healthier, and have a higher nutrient content than plants grown in soil. Q: How big is the AeroGarden? A: The AeroGarden has the footprint of a breadbox and is sized to fit conveniently under most cabinets. The AeroGarden measures 16 inches long by 10 1/2 inches wide by 15 1/2 inches high when it is first set up with the lights at the lowest possible setting, and 21 inches high at the highest level. Currently the AeroGarden comes in only one size. Q: What can I grow? A: Salad greens, gourmet herbs, chili peppers, cherry tomatoes, cascading petunias, and several types of basil. Q: How much time do I need to spend taking care of my AeroGarden? A: Approximately 5 minutes a month. You will need to occasionally add water, drop in two nutrient tablets, and provide minimal tending to your plants. Most of your time will be spent harvesting and enjoying delicious, fresh food. Q: How long can the AeroGarden be left unattended? What if I travel a lot? A planted AeroGarden can be left unattended for up to two weeks, depending on the type of plants you are growing and their maturity. Q: What kind of lightbulbs does it use? A: The AeroGarden uses full-spectrum compact fluorescent bulbs exclusively designed for the optimal amount and type of light needed for robust, healthy plant growth. You can find more information at http://www.aerogrow.com.

From the Manufacturer
The AeroGarden is a revolutionary kitchen appliance - growing abundant harvests of garden-fresh lettuce, herbs and tomatoes year-round, right on the kitchen counter. The AeroGarden used NASA-tested aeroponic technology to grow plants faster and more reliably than with any other method, with no dirt, weeds or mess. The AeroGarden is so easy to use that anyone, with or without gardening experience, can succeed in growing lush, beautiful gardens. Simply add water, drop in the pre-seeded grow plugs, turn it on and watch it grow. The system automatically turns the grow lights on and off and reminds when to add water and nutrients. Germination is 100% guaranteed.

Customer Reviews

An excellent, interesting product!
I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend's 23rd birthday and he's extremely happy with it. The herbs have begun to grow and we can't wait to eat them!

I love this gizmo!
I bought my Aerogarden about 4 months ago and have been growing the International Basil kit. My results re not perfect, but they are good and the different varieties of Basil are delicious. Like any product, is has its pros & cons. Fewer cons, so I will begin with those;

The cord is a bit short and the light is quite bright. (My husband insists it could be seen from space.) Keep it out of bedroom sightlines and it will be fine.

The replacement kits are a bit expensive as are the bulbs. (Ways to save money- watch for store coupons and buy supplies from Amazon, when they have 4-for-3 special.)

Every single plant does not grow equally well.

But the PROS far outweigh the cons for me.

First and foremost, it is designed for ease of use, and it really is very easy. Seeds are already in the pods and the plant food is in tablets, which means it is pre-measured. Plus, the machine has very noticeable blinking red lights, to remind you when to water & feed. And the plants germinate more quickly that they do in pots.

Next, many people complain that the machine is kind of expensive. Well, I have actually shopped around and hydroponics systems really are expensive. And in most cases, the lighting is sold separately. BTW, all of the bulbs for these systems are expensive. So when compared to other systems with lighting, this one is relatively cheap.

Finally, it is just plain fun to have delicious herbs at my disposal whenever I want them. They find their way into pasta, omelettes, sandwiches, etc., on a daily basis. And since my house does not get much natural light, this added light is welcome.

For Basil Lovers
Truly a basil lovers dream. In the Gourmet Herb kit, the basil tends to overgrow everything else. But those other herbs are not as valuable in the kitchen. Yes it is nice to be able to clip a little parsley here and there as garnish. But mint, chives, oregano and dill are not as valuable to the cook as is fresh basil. The basil does really well in the AeroGarden and there is really no comparison between dried and fresh basil. So if you appreciate having fresh basil at your fingertips, you will certainly enjoy the AeroGarden.