Aerogarden question

babylark · February 9, 2009

I got an Aerogarden for Christmas. It's doing VERY well so far. I replaced some of the herb seeds in the sponge with 2 Red Robin seeds. The Red Robin has taken over the garden. It's to the top and has flowers and it's only been since Christmas Day.

I've been using the nutrient tablets that came with the garden. Is there an alternative nutrient that I can get? I was eyeing up the Organic liquid from MG, but I didn't know if that would work? Can anyone help with ideas of alternatives?

I already plan on re-using the baskets and putting a piece of sponge in place, but an alternative for those would be great too!

amideutch · February 9, 2009

Check out Pete's guide to hydroponics 1,2 and 4 at this link. Ami
http://www.aerogardeners.com/content/category/1/1/2/

Nightshade · February 9, 2009

BabyLark,

Red Robins seem to be very precocious plants. Mine started blooming and fruiting at a young age, too.

I don't see why you couldn't use any commercial hydro nutrient brand. Hydroponics is hydroponics.

I like the Botanicare organic products for soil gardening, but they also carry a hydroponics line.

Also, although not organic, in a pinch you could use the Schultz Plus 7 drop/qt. houseplant food in the bloom stage.
It has the right NPK ratio and also includes essential minerals like magnesium and calcium. That's what my Red Robins have been fed since day one and they are loaded with fruit.

Jan

babylark · February 9, 2009

Thanks for the info...I will check out the sites.

I'm anxiously waiting for little maters on my Red Robin!

February 9, 2009	#1
babylark Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lebanon, PA • Zone 6a Posts: 145	Aerogarden question I got an Aerogarden for Christmas. It's doing VERY well so far. I replaced some of the herb seeds in the sponge with 2 Red Robin seeds. The Red Robin has taken over the garden. It's to the top and has flowers and it's only been since Christmas Day. I've been using the nutrient tablets that came with the garden. Is there an alternative nutrient that I can get? I was eyeing up the Organic liquid from MG, but I didn't know if that would work? Can anyone help with ideas of alternatives? I already plan on re-using the baskets and putting a piece of sponge in place, but an alternative for those would be great too! __________________ I can not be held responsible for anything typed above, as I believe my Corgis have learned to type!

February 9, 2009	#2
amideutch Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Germany 49°26"N 07°36"E Posts: 5,041	Check out Pete's guide to hydroponics 1,2 and 4 at this link. Ami http://www.aerogardeners.com/content/category/1/1/2/ __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘...Holy Crap .....What a ride!'

February 9, 2009	#4
babylark Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lebanon, PA • Zone 6a Posts: 145	Thanks for the info...I will check out the sites. I'm anxiously waiting for little maters on my Red Robin! __________________ I can not be held responsible for anything typed above, as I believe my Corgis have learned to type!

February 9, 2009	#3
Nightshade Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: So. California Posts: 178	BabyLark, Red Robins seem to be very precocious plants. Mine started blooming and fruiting at a young age, too. I don't see why you couldn't use any commercial hydro nutrient brand. Hydroponics is hydroponics. I like the Botanicare organic products for soil gardening, but they also carry a hydroponics line. Also, although not organic, in a pinch you could use the Schultz Plus 7 drop/qt. houseplant food in the bloom stage. It has the right NPK ratio and also includes essential minerals like magnesium and calcium. That's what my Red Robins have been fed since day one and they are loaded with fruit. Jan