Does An Aerogarden Actually Save You $$$?

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🌿 Are you tired of shelling out your hard-earned money on expensive store-bought herbs and veggies? What if I told you there's a money-saving solution hidden in plain sight? Introducing the AeroGarden Harvest and Farm, your ticket to unlocking a world of abundant homegrown goodness and incredible savings!
🌿 In this mind-boggling video, I delve deep into the enigmatic realm of indoor hydroponics, where lush greens and vibrant produce flourish with the utmost efficiency. Join me on a thrilling journey as we compare the costs of traditional grocery purchases against the investment in an AeroGarden Harvest and Farm. Prepare to have your perceptions of gardening and savings transformed forever!
🌿 The AeroGarden, with its cutting-edge technology and innovative design, provides the ideal environment for your plants to thrive. It's like a cryptic green laboratory right in your kitchen! But how long will it take to uncover the hidden treasure of savings and recoup your initial investment? My investigation reveals astounding facts that will leave you surprised!
🌿 So, if you've been wondering about the world of indoor hydroponics and how to save money while creating a bountiful harvest, this video is your ultimate guide!
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@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

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@dejavu2007 5 ай бұрын

I live in Pennsylvania. We have a short grow season like others. I have a harvest for herbs right now and its great for two people to have fresh herbs in our meals. We are buying the farm for spinach and tomatoes next. We both work alot of hours so these systems are what we need in life. I waste so much produce and money before i have time to eat it from buying at the store. I like that i can pick the plants little by little and enjoy food thats only been at my house.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 5 ай бұрын

That’s one of my favorite things too. A bag of spinach goes bad so fast in my fridge. But plants stay good for so long. I think you will love the Farm. It’s super automated

@kyesniper 7 ай бұрын

Realistically, I don't even care if these systems will save me money, what I care about is having a relatively stable supply of food for when I need it because here in Canada, our government is insane and doesn't like when people do things without government permission lol

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

I will say that these systems are very effective in producing good quality food. One of the many reasons why I love them so much.

@debbiebenson8447 6 ай бұрын

Growing in Florida (with year round climate conducive for growing) is much different than Colorado with a short 3 month growing window. Besides, it is fun!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 6 ай бұрын

@@debbiebenson8447it is true that we can grow year round which is such a blessing but I think it’s a misconception that we can grow anything year round. Traditional veggies from the grocery store can only be grown in our winters. Then we have to switch to tropical vegetables that can handle the intense heat and humidity.

@whitbywoohoo2 3 ай бұрын

Are you serious that the government gets involved with our food growing here in Canada? I think you’ve been sniffing the maple syrup!!

@explained3799 7 ай бұрын

Other price factors I thought of were my precious time & gas for the car, going to the grocery store. I bought my Harvest for $73 during "prime days" and it's a pleasure to have fresh greens right here in my house. I made little treats with cream cheese & the basil from the Harvest for a lunch I attended last week and they were very well received. I copied the concept in my sunroom, building wire shelving with light strips over every level. I plant seeds in clay pots and cover them with little bowls (wedding party dept) I got from the dollar store. I put them on little plates (wedding party dept) from the dollar store and I water them once or twice a day. They are doing very well. I transplanted two basil aerogarden plants into soil and they are not doing so well. :( I am a wannabee farmer and am determined to learn to garden well.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

Great points! I find that I use the veggies more often when it’s right in front of me in the house.

@Itsjstme748 6 ай бұрын

I love my AeroGardens. There are always sales on the machines. The harvest are cheap. Just have to wait for it. A lot of people buy them second hand on Facebook market place or 2nd hand stores. I’ve seen them at Sam’s as well. The farm XL 24. I got mine at $325 last May. There is a Facebook group who the lady who runs it gives us links for deals all the time. I’ll never regret buying machines and I’ll be buying more. Herbs are expensive at the store but cost very little growing it in your AG. It can also be viewed as a hobby and that’s a cheap hobby compared to a lot others.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 6 ай бұрын

Great suggestions. I don’t regret a single one. I’m up to 6 machines right now. One in every room 😂

@ruthhyster5807 6 ай бұрын

While saving money is important, I am confined to a wheelchair and it is much easier to have my food grown indoors than outside. I just bought my aerogarden and setting it up.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 6 ай бұрын

Great point! Thank you

@marilynearl6887 11 ай бұрын

I had a harvest in the past and I had a drawf tomato that lasted over a year and was still productive.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

That’s so cool. I grew tomatoes in mine a couple times but my hubby really dislikes the smell of tomato plants so I stopped growing them inside. 🙁

@marilynearl6887 11 ай бұрын

I’m going to experiment by starting my fall tomatoes in my rise garden and transplant out after 4 weeks

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

@@marilynearl6887 I think you will really like it!

@prettyboy54321 11 ай бұрын

I bought some metal shelves at Costco, LED lights, a timer, and some trays from Bootstrap farmer and grow microgreens all the time. WAY cheaper than Aerogarden and there are tons of videos on KZfaq to show you exactly what to do.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

I’ve been resistant to getting an indoor grow light system set up and I’m not really sure why. I’m pretty sure it would work just as well, if not better than my aerogardens but for some reason I haven’t flipped that switch yet. Maybe one day.

@prettyboy54321 11 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a If you ever decide to go for it, there are tons of videos here on KZfaq for the right shelves and lights to buy. Reach out if you have any questions.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

@@prettyboy54321 You’re so sweet. Thank you. I might take you up on that

@bay9876 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video and clearing up the hype on Aerogarden. Knowing where to save food money is a big plus in this over inflated economy.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

It really is. Groceries are a big expense on the budget

@Ashenkaniku 8 ай бұрын

What a fantastic video! I picked up the harvest for $80 this prime day and want to grow herbs on my windowsill. I've been looking for videos on pruning, growing, ect. Your video of price breakdown and advice on future planting has made me feel pretty great about my purchase. Much more confident too😏

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 8 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! I’m glad it was helpful

@1boortzfan 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for being honest.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely 💯

@oreopaksun2512 11 ай бұрын

You sold me, Petrina! I did pick up the Harvest during Prime Day through your link, for $50 (I had already sent one as a gift to my daughter: she and her cat just adored it). The Grow Everything Kit came with 50 each of sponges, baskets, lids, plant labels plus 6 bottles of nutrients; baskets and lids are likely to last a long long time, and sponges can be had really inexpensively, not just on Amazon but you know that knock off internet vendor that ships everything in plastic bags? It is so much fun! Lettuce are growing fast, idk if chards just don't like germinating in light or what, but I am having such a great time so what does not come up will be a chance to grow something new. The unit is so bright, I have all my cuttings, and a tray of microgreens taking advantage and stretching that $1.33 electricity spending! LOL And guess where my seed starting trays are going for the fall garden? Also thinking that I might use it as my seed starter for the larger fruiting tomatoes for the fall winter; our storms usually disrupt my garden scheduling, so I think this will be a great insurance that I will have starts ready when I want them. Tiny, but mighty! And if I get it fully "paid off" I will get another for Black Friday. Thanks for another great video, and all the leg/brainwork behind it.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

Wow. The grow anything kit must have gotten a lot bigger. That’s awesome. I do the same thing as you. I huddle other plants around my aerogarden to get the benefits. All mine are being used for seed starting right now and that will continue for a couple more months. Such heathy plants this way!

@oreopaksun2512 11 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a The 50 count Grow Anything Kit retails for $60, but Prime Day was less than $20; lots of knock offs available, but I just wanted the baskets to fit properly, so I "splurged" on the brand name kit. And, y'all, there were 50 of everything, I counted! Giving actual Prime Day costs so your viewers can price shop.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

Awesome deal! Great job lady

@oreopaksun2512 11 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a You are pushing me into new gardening zones! Thanks

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

Love that!

@krisbrown9064 11 ай бұрын

I've had my farm 24XL Plus for a couple years now and the winter month tomatoes are Key... Mine got over 450 days old before I moved. I got them back out again and producing within the first two months. Is fast and very consistant. All i have to do is feed and water it. My other one is a Bounty Basic which is 2 feet high or if I iput it on a twine. Its as high as i want over the garden... I have Piri Piri pepper plants in it from my own seed collection. Mint.. Just Mint. I love these things. The quickness and health of the plants is just awesome. Only bad thing ive had a problem is the water level guage go out and a water pump go out.. only 8 bucks for a new one.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

That’s awesome. I’ve been having aphid issues in mine. I’m going to turn it off for a month or two and see if I can finally rid my house of those demons, lol

@krisbrown9064 11 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a I'm in West Virginia.. I've not exerienced that problem yet. Then again theres no farming here where im at, at least. The plants are well inside away from the front door hehe. I'm just waiting to make some salsa with the Piri Piri and tomatoes. The tomatoes have produced so much and its barely 3 months old. I had to dehydrate a batch.

@labmitch 10 ай бұрын

I have a 24Xl and a Bounty elite. My Tomato plant almost took over my kitchen. I'm wondering if making it with a 3D printer would I be able to make it with a larger water base on the bottom. I was thinking of making a Fifty-Five gallon fish tank to make it into a Aquaponic system

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 10 ай бұрын

@@labmitch that’s an interesting idea. If you do it, let me know how it goes.

@cookielocurto7075 7 ай бұрын

I just started my areogarden . I can’t wait. Just having herbs and stuff for a small salad is all I really want out of it. I don’t care about the money part of it. Buying for produce for one is really wasteful, no matter how hard I try. I like the idea that I am the only one that handles my food and it hasn’t been exposed to insecticides etc.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

That’s a great reason. I always think about the lettuce recalls due to bacteria and am grateful I grow my own.

@frankporterfield8121 11 ай бұрын

I agree! I'm going to wait on the hydroponics for now. Idon't have a lot of room or counterspace for anything else. Looks like a great idea.

@thehound2006 2 ай бұрын

We have 2 of the small 6 pod units and grow almost exclusively peppers and herbs year round with everything else growing in the garden during the summer. Lately the cost of herbs has skyrocketed with a few small sprigs costing between $3-$6 dollars while my biggest problem currently is using enough fast enough in normal cooking. Basil in particular grows almost out of control very quickly. Peppers are slower, but again with a single plant putting off a dozen peppers and oddly enough reproducing several times before being replaced, I'm reasonably sure both of these units would have paid for themselves in less than a year.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 2 ай бұрын

Great job. It sounds like you are making a great return on investment with your aerogardens

@Annette-tq2rl 11 ай бұрын

Best Buy has the Farm 12XL for $249.99. I am not sure if I have enough room for anymore. Thanks for another great video.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

Wow! That’s a great price. Thanks!

@lauraquigley6403 11 ай бұрын

Is that the farm she advertised on Amazon?

@Annette-tq2rl 11 ай бұрын

@@lauraquigley6403 She has the 24 and Best Buy has the 12XL. This is the best deal right now for a AeroGarden.

@cheridefries4980 11 ай бұрын

So interesting! Thank you, Petrina, for presenting this in an easy to understand way. Your videos are always so great! 🌱🌱❤️

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

💚 Thank you so much

@rickirizarry5079 6 ай бұрын

I purchased a Tower Garden (32 plants)with grow lights and expect ROI in eighteen months. I grow lettuces and herbs year round. The main reason was to ensure a steady supply of organically grown produce at a reasonable price. Waste is nonexistent.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 6 ай бұрын

I love those tower gardens. Maybe one day I’ll get one.

@user-rr9ik7ly1o 3 ай бұрын

Excellent video and breakdown of prices! I feel much more confident about getting one of these units. Thank you for your help!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@dub537h5 8 ай бұрын

I picked up the Harvest Elite Slim on sale for $60 about 3 weeks ago. I was thinking that it would be a great, easy way to teach my 4y.o. daughter about how plants grow. Within those 3 weeks, we already have some big lettuce growth! To be honest, I would have been just as happy buying the Aerogarden at full price ($100 I believe?), so I'd say a couple of these little units should be plenty for most families. How about other options, like a rain tower or ebb and flow setup? These are popular diy setups and they are far more cost effective than even the Aerogarden! I would be interested to see a comparison on those too! Great video with a lovely and knowledgeable presenter!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 8 ай бұрын

Great idea. I’m looking into a few right now. Hopefully I can make that happen soon and I’ll share with you.

@LenoreMckenzie-wx6nb 10 ай бұрын

Excellent video. You explained everything so well . Thank you I am looking forward to watching your other videos 😊

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 10 ай бұрын

I’m so glad you enjoyed it

@Not_So_Weird_in_Austin 7 ай бұрын

In Austin when it's 105 in August it's the only way to get fresh lettuce

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

Same here but in FL. It’s the best for summer lettuce

@MrZakamon 5 ай бұрын

I sold my Farm Plus....I had mold, I had bugs, way too much crowding. The only thing I like about my smaller Aerogarden system is to start sprouts. The plugs are expensive! It was easy to clean compared to my larger more productive systems I have used 7 different systems. I have moved on to an Opcom Grow Wall. Doing hydroponics is a lot of work. I haven't saved any money, but I have fresh vegetables year round! For many people, may of hydroponic systems available are too expensive.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 5 ай бұрын

I’ve been thinking about getting one of those wall grow systems but haven’t pulled the trigger yet. I buy the generic plugs. So much cheaper than aerogarden ones.

@LadyDC45 9 ай бұрын

I purchased 4 Farm 12XL when they were on sale for $124.00. Yes Aerogarden had a GREAT sale and I wish I could have gotten more but I didn't have the room.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 9 ай бұрын

That was an amazing deal. Can’t wait for the next one because I have my eye on a few more.

@brittany16950 5 ай бұрын

No, but they’re a hell of a lot of fun. Unless you cook with herbs and you grow those instead of buying them.

@user-hz7kv6js6l 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video. I've had to buy lettuce, salad greens and tomatoes for the first time this month since January. I'm going to start lettuce and tomato seeds in August for my fall garden. I don't have the room for one of these but I like the idea.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

They can get pretty big, for sure.

@kristyncooper3619 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! This was extremely informative!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@CristalMermaid 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video it is definitely eye opening 😮

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

For me too. These types of videos always end up surprising me.

@BecomingMoreSelfSufficient 11 ай бұрын

Love how you break down the math on everything. Thanks so much! So I got started with aerogarden for the seed starting trays that come for each of the different Aerogardens! I am in NFl & my lettuce in my Greenstalks froze & I was tired of buying seedlings all the time!! I started with the Harvest & bought seed starting tray for that which was Great 23 seedlings at a time! ThanI watch you assemble your Christmas present & was excited to find I could grow 85 seedlings in each side!!! Game changer! I waited for sale bought Basic Farm 24 for $274! Watch for sale for seed starting trays! You must try one

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

I was so close to getting them this month but I restrained myself 🤣 But they are definitely on my wish list for sure. I have them for my harvest but not the farm yet. I also have a couple Letpot systems that I’ve been using for seed starting too. This time of year, I am in full seed starting mode so they are so helpful AND the return on investment is soooo good when you use them instead of transplants. Transplants are going for $5-6 a piece!

@samelita007 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Watching your video makes me want to dust off my decade and a half aero garden. This was super informative. What are your thoughts on using Florida-friendly crops or using it to extend the season (from indoor to outdoor) using the aero garden

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

I absolutely love using it to extend the season. I’m starting my tomatoes and peppers in it right now because it tends to be a little too hot and wet for them outside. It can be done but it’s so much easier starting them in the aerogardens. I move them outside once they are about 6 inches tall. Give it a shot 💚

@deranaomi 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for this information. I just got an Aerogarden Harvest for my birthday (what a surprise!) and so will definitely see a return on my investment quite quickly. Already looking at how to reuse the pods so this was very helpful.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 9 ай бұрын

Yay! I hope you enjoy it! Happy birthday 🎉

@raedsamradli759 6 ай бұрын

$1.33/ month for electricity?? if that’s true this is nothing!! Is this from a Dependable source? Also, your time on this is really appreciated!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 6 ай бұрын

It got the info from Aerogarden and then compared it to my electric usage/cost and it seems about right.

@Badboyztoyz 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great video. The cut and come again I use with my salads also. I usually get 6-8 cuttings from each salad grow, Only take 1/3 of the salad at a time so it will keep growing and not get bitter. I would love to know what salad blend you use and, do you buy an ounce at a time of the seeds ?

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

Lately I’ve been using Johnny Seeds pelleted Gladius romaine lettuce. It does really well in the system. Next time I’ll skip the pelleted seeds but I like the variety.

@tidegirl6526 11 ай бұрын

Dang it Petrina, another thing added to my wish list 😂. Thanks for the gteat info

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

🤣 I have a long wish list too

@kennethcushing 7 ай бұрын

When calculating the grocery cost, did you compare the price to organic? I feel you should have, and they are more expensive that way, so it definitely matters in the calculation vs just regular store bought vegetables.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

You are correct. It would be a better savings with organic. I compared to non organic, mainly because the liquid fertilizer that comes from aerogarden isn’t organic unfortunately. Although, there are no pesticides or herbicides so it’s pretty close.

@TheYTPilot 11 ай бұрын

as always; great information...........I always learn new things by watching your videos........Thank you so much. I now know about how much electricity my Farm 12xl and my Harvest elite takes.....much appreciated Petrina.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure 💚

@backyardbque1964 7 ай бұрын

good video, i have a farm24 XL myself works great. i tried bell peppers and it did work, they were small but they did grow ok and tasted good

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@nuclearrabbit9821 6 ай бұрын

I got my Harvest for $20 at a bin store when everything is the same price, the box was busted up however everything was still inside the box and it wasn’t used 👌🏻

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 6 ай бұрын

That’s a great deal!

@stephaniedouglas9510 5 ай бұрын

I just got mine for $40 at goodwill. I was ecstatic and already have basil and lettuce growing

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 5 ай бұрын

@@stephaniedouglas9510 great deal!

@lauraquigley6403 11 ай бұрын

Love all that you do! Thank you for your knowledge!🙏🥰🙏Blessing’s

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@lauraquigley6403 11 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a No, Thank you! I have gotten so much wonderful information & help from you that is so valuable! I have reached out to other utuber’s that never answer any questions! You do a sensational job on your videos & more importantly you are a kind person. ❤️🙏I will be ordering the farm through your site when it goes on sale!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

@@lauraquigley6403 That is so sweet of you to say. I really appreciate that. It’s such an encouragement for me. 💚

@paulbrittgarcia 7 ай бұрын

NO! -- The pool noodle/container with a lid method COSTS FAR LESS! -- The only big expense is an Indoor LED Light for approximately $25-$45!

@labmitch 10 ай бұрын

Most of it is initial purchase. I purchased my Farm 24XL when they were on sale for under $200.00. This should bring my ROI a lot less since it seems to be the initial purchase.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 10 ай бұрын

Very true. You got a great deal!

@louzancooking Ай бұрын

It's cheaper to build one with LED tubes and plastic boxes and pool noodles as plant holders

@TheYTPilot 11 ай бұрын

Hi Petrina; just curious; after the second feeding (28) days, and after draining your Farm 24, do you unplug the pump, remove the plants after draining the water or do you simply drain and refill? Thanks for your help.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

I just drain and refill. I only take the plants out once they are finished. When they are finished, I cut the tops of the plants off, drain the system, and then unplug and lift the trays out. It makes it easier to lift. Usually I then just clean the trays, add new plants, refill, and plug back in.

@TheYTPilot 11 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a That helps me a lot thank you very much

@-whackd 8 ай бұрын

I think it is better to buy two harvest sized ones on sale. Im getting one first from an off brand and will do cilantro thai basil lettuce and bok choi. I'll probably do tomato starts by stem this spring to transplant outside though. A second pod would be good to add in fruit like ground cherries and cherry tomatoes to have throughout winter.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 8 ай бұрын

I haven’t tried ground cherries in the aerogarden. Let me know how that works 💚

@Francois_Dupont 5 ай бұрын

why dont you buy a 100W grow light for 30$, a storage bin for 5$ and a shelves unit for 15$. you can make a way superior setup than the Aerogarden thingy for 1/5 of the price.

@marktaylorp 3 ай бұрын

Folks how much is your health worth eating nutrient rich fresh organic food?? We don’t put a dollar amount on staying healthy… my aero garden has arrived!! Using it for both food production and to be a seed starter for strong transplants into my garden!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 3 ай бұрын

I love using mine for seed starting too!

@zenter35 9 ай бұрын

Great video. I think if we also add the cost of electricity and water. That may be a good addition to your calculation. Even then buying organic herbs and veggies. Coupled with the cost of rising inflation. It is still better to grow your own food. Now health wise that another investment that not easy to account for. Very informative video makes you think. Thank you

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 9 ай бұрын

My pleasure. I’m glad you enjoyed it

@ivahihopeful 10 ай бұрын

Please help! I am using a knock off of Aerogarden. Your videos are what inspired me to try growing this way as I’d never even considered it before. My seedlings are looking great, but I need help transitioning them to soil outdoors. I need the step by step plan. (They’re mostly Brussels spouts, no good to me in water.). Thanks!

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 10 ай бұрын

I did a video showing how I grow my tomatoes in the aerogarden. Towards the end of the video, I show how I transplanted them into pots. It would be the same process but instead of into a pot, you would put into its forever home - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qs9dbM1h2MuyfJs.htmlsi=sLGItsW8h8zNXu6A

@ivahihopeful 10 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a thank you!!

@calvinchong2197 8 ай бұрын

15-21 months for a 100% ROI under the most conservative estimate sounds pretty good. You must be a value investor. Can you recommend other products with similar value propositions?

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 8 ай бұрын

I thought so too. I was actually in IT but I did a lot of work determining predicted and actual ROI for products we built. I’m kind of a geek about it. I did another video on outdoor growing methods with their ROIs too. And I’m sure I’ll be doing more soon. 👩‍🌾

@mikesworldtv 10 ай бұрын

I love aerogarden im planing on getting an aerogarden farm 24xl soon i have the basic farm

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 10 ай бұрын

They are addicting!

@mikesworldtv 10 ай бұрын

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a Yes, they are I own 3 aerogarden models. I have the harvest elite slim and the harvest elite, and I have the harvest farm 24 basic

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 10 ай бұрын

@mikesworldtv I’m about to add a bounty and a slim once I see they have gone on sale. Basically one in every room 🤣

@mikesworldtv 10 ай бұрын

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a good thing there on sale now for Labor Day

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 10 ай бұрын

@@mikesworldtv I did not know that. I just went and bought 2 more 🤦‍♀️

@frankporterfield8121 11 ай бұрын

Don't these create a lot of extra cleaning?

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

No, not really. You should refresh the water once a month but that only takes a few minutes. Other than that, every once and awhile I trim off the dead leaves.

@marilynearl6887 11 ай бұрын

Don’t forget that food from freshly grown at home is much more nutrious than store brought

@Arilee473 11 ай бұрын

Truthfully, I am having a little trouble trying to calculate the return on investment if I bought a 12xl for $250 and only grew lettuce how long it would take for a return using your formula.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

Aerogarden $250 Electric $7.30x3months = $21.90 Aerogarden seed kits $13.95 x 4kits to fill all the pods = $55.80 Total Cost - $327.70 Lettuce harvest 4oz with 3 cuts x 24 plants = 288oz or 18lbs So $4 for 8oz or $8lb x 18lbs = $144 $327.70/$144 = 2.25 seasons with a season being 3 months so about 7 months. Hope that helps

@Arilee473 11 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a Thank you!

@paulagardner3218 7 ай бұрын

I'm having trouble figuring out how you related the value of plants harvested to months. For example, when you say you can cut the lettuce three times for a total of 4.5 pounds, over what length of time does that harvest extend? I feel like you may be overestimating the time required to recover the cost of the initial investment.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

I can usually harvest 3 times within 6 weeks. So 2 weeks between each harvest. My first harvest is usually at the 30-45 day mark.

@paulagardner3218 7 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9aSo are you planting new seeds every six weeks? Or are you planting them every six weeks plus the 30 - 45 days until the first harvest? I want to calculate the ROI using my local electric rates (undoubtedly lower than yours) and food prices (probably much higher than yours.)

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

@paulagardner3218 the most conservative would be 45 days for 1st harvest then day 59 for the second harvest and then the final harvest at day 73. On that day, I start new seeds and start the cycle over again.

@paulagardner3218 7 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a Thanks, this is just what I needed.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 7 ай бұрын

My pleasure 💚

@offswitch1 4 ай бұрын

You can build your own larger more powerful and way cheaper

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 4 ай бұрын

Agreed but I do like the convenience and all the alerts and reminders.

@offswitch1 4 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a that is definitely convenient

@liamthompson9090 11 ай бұрын

Thanks, Mai'a. Those petunias are beautiful. Mankind will, one day, colonize the Solar System and--eventually--the wider Galaxy beyond. I wonder if hydroponic systems will be part of that, or if some other method will be devised? I do know that, for Humans and plants to live off Earth, requires that the environment (for instance, a spacecraft or biodome on another planet or moon) a simulation of Earth's magnetic field must be provided.

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 11 ай бұрын

My husband and I talk about that a lot. He’s really into space and I’m really into growing food so it’s a fun conversation. I’ve seen these huge hydroponics systems in airports. So cool.

@at8121 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I'm sorry...but I just HAVE to say that you look like Jenna Lyon's doppelganger from RHONY....;)

@HomegrownFloridaZ9a 9 ай бұрын

Haha. I’ve been told that before. I’ve never watched the show before but she seems nice 😊

@at8121 9 ай бұрын

@@HomegrownFloridaZ9a Glad I'm not the first one! LOL 😆

@Merzui-kg8ds 2 ай бұрын

Doesn't save money, unless you dedicate a significant corner of your house solely to a grow op, and never stop figuring out ways to save money, such as saving your own seeds, buying cheaper grow pods, developing your own hand made nutrient blend, etc.

@frankporterfield8121 11 ай бұрын

Thanks. I'll pass.

@Trackhoe075 9 ай бұрын

Sorry but I totally disagree with your whole premise First of all your using local food cost in your area I’m sure I appreciate your effort but I just can’t agree with your assessment! I have grown outside as well and from where I am I lose more from insects birds etc not to mention all the preparation each season( I didn’t see you comment on that either) Yes the hydro aero garden comes at a cost but when I have over a foot of snow out my door I’ll gladly suffer with a hydroponic solution any ole day I also don’t fret about gee I might be losing ROI that was not my intention to grow hydroponic food sorry!!