When we tested this at home, we grew broccoli, red cabbage and mustard sprouts. This indoor garden doesn't grow herbs, but it does grows microgreens that are super tasty.
We also noted that the frequent watering cycle - usually for at least 15 minutes at a time - was fairly noisy. The lights and water reservoir are connected to timers so there’s no need to worry about tending to them daily, though we did find set-up requires a few more steps than other gardens we tried. This can be used outdoors or indoors with the recommended Glow Rings (sold separately) that attach to the Farmstand. You can also use grow your own seedlings but Lettuce Grow advises using hydroponic starters. The Lettuce Grow is also available in 12-, 18-, 30- and 36-plant sizes, so you can choose the amount that fits your needs. The plants are sent as sprouted seedlings and within two weeks of planting, our tester could harvest enough lettuce to make salads for five people. When we tested this, we found that the plants grew very quickly. This pick even earned a spot in our most recent Kitchen Gear and Coffee Awards. You can choose from over 50 pre-sprouted seedlings each season that are sold on their website.
"You can learn more about your plant pods on the app, but that’s about it," says Sassos.Ī larger version of the Farmstand Nook and the brand's first iteration, the Farmstand Garden is a smart pick for anyone who wants to grow lettuce and herbs. While it does come with an app, we didn’t find it very useful. The lamp also has a built-in timer and easy-to-install arm extensions so the lights raise as your plants grow. All pods are available for single purchase or in bundles. If you choose to use your own seeds, you must still use the Grow Anything Plant pods, though the brand says they're best optimized for fruiting plants.
Take note, Smart Garden's pods must be used with the indoor garden, but the brand has a wide variety available including, herbs, lettuce, chili peppers and more. It can hold three pods, making it a good choice for someone living on their own or a small household that doesn’t use a lot of herbs. GH Institute Nutrition Lab Director Stefani Sassos, who tested this indoor garden, says that it's "extremely easy to use, especially for someone that doesn't have a green thumb like myself," adding that the compact size made it perfect for a small kitchen counter. If space is a premium in your home, you might want to try the Smart Garden from Click & Grow. Take note, if the plants are left to grow for too long they may start pressing against the lights and burning.
When we tested it at home, we found that herbs and lettuce grew so fast they needed to be harvested every few days, which makes it great for someone who uses these frequently. The Aerogarden Harvest claims to grow plants up to six times faster than soil. We found that it was very easy to set up and appreciated the lighted reminders to add plant food and water. No additional soil is required, as it comes with liquid plant nutrients, and there’s an indicator to remind you to fill up the water and add the plant food. When we tested this unit, we found the plants grew in the recommended time frame listed on the pod and the lights worked on the recommended schedule. You can also choose to use your own seeds, but you will need to buy a Grow Anything Seed Pod Kit in order to do so. The set includes six herb seed pods, but other herb, veggie and flower pods are available to purchase from the Aerogarden website. The hydroponic garden includes a full-spectrum grow light that's intended to mimic the effects of sunlight. A favorite among our testers, the Aerogarden can grow an abundance of greens in a compact device that fits on a window ledge.
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