And so it begins...

[daisybelle]

Hi, from Music City USA.  I never knew AeroGardens existed until I saw a friend post about hers on Facebook.  I started reading about them and quickly realized that they have a huge following and are very addicting.

I've been a gardener my entire life, and like everyone this time of year, I'm ready to see something grow. Hubby checked out MarketPlace and this lady had an AeroGarden Ultra with everything included but the seeds for $30.  Since this is all new to me, I thought this would be a good entry unit, so yesterday we loaded up Maggie the Cave and went on a little road trip thirty minutes away to pick it up.

We went to TSC, bought seeds, came home, cleaned it, hooked it up, I planted my pods, and now we wait.  So far, so good.  I doubt it had been used much, the LED lights are in good condition, the pump works, so hopefully we'll have germination happening in a few days.  The picture shows one pod without a sticker, but I corrected that, they all have stickers now.  I thought about just planting lettuce, but I decided to try basil, parsley and dill in the back row.  This is just a test run, so I'm just sitting here, waiting for something to sprout, hopefully in five days or so 

[maskedsonnet]

Very exciting, welcome to the addictive world of AG!! The thing that always shocks me, even after several years of using these, is how FAST germination happens compared to starting seeds in soil. These are also very low maintenance, which I always appreciate, because I grew up gardening and love to watch and make things grow, but I just don't have a ton of time for gardening outdoors anymore. Enjoy your new machine!!

[lynnee]

The 7-pod Ultra was one of my first AGs--it has been replaced by the 9-pod Bounty models. The number of pods isn't important, because most experienced AG growers don't plant all 7 or 9 pods anyway (to prevent overcrowding of the mature plants).

My Ultra is still in a box in the garage. I can't bring myself to throw it out, because it still works just fine. Your $30 model was a real bargain.

It looks like you have the LED hood, which is a good thing. FYI, the LED hoods on the Ultras and Bounties are slightly different, and I don't think they are interchangeable. No matter, as the LED hoods generally last 3 years.

[Shawn]

Welcome to the forum and glad you found us.  That is an Ultra and I had several.  Good Units.!

Please keep sharing and we are here if you have questions!

Adorable dog too!

[birdsatflight]

$30 for an LED Ultra is a great deal. I bought one from fb marketplace too.

I think you’ll enjoy this unit. It’s a great place to start.