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Post by Quantum on Apr 9, 2021 17:57:41 GMT -5
I am seriously considering purchasing one of these. Does anyone have any experience or have thoughts about them? Yes, it’s likely overly expensive ... appreciate any feedback.
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Post by Sher on Apr 9, 2021 18:29:31 GMT -5
Quantum, I looked at those and was very impressed with them. I settled for a diy build from Etsy, but it leaked terribly and the plant holders were held on with silicone caulking -- which came loose when I tried to clean the interior. So I had to almost rebuild mine from scratch with marine epoxy. That said, it produces like a champ. My only concern would be how difficult it would be to clean the reservoir. But it looks doable. If you are going to use it indoors, I'd buy the shortest model because the top down lighting gets weaker the farther down you go.
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Post by Quantum on Apr 9, 2021 19:24:40 GMT -5
sher Thank you for your comments. I’m impressed also. Yes, I should have mentioned that it would be used solely for indoor use. The smallest size is 2 rings, which accommodates 12 plants. I’m not sure I fully understand your comments with regard to the lighting as my plan would be to also purchase the glow rings (lighting) for each level. For every additional level (6 plants) it would add $150 to the cost; $75 for the ring plus $75 for the glow ring. As mentioned it’s on the expensive side ... I agree with regard to maintaining/cleaning the reservoir. The one downside is that it doesn’t seem viable for flowers, but there are other alternatives for 🌸🙂
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Post by Sher on Apr 9, 2021 19:37:43 GMT -5
I missed the part about the extra lighting being available.
In that case, you could definitely go higher.
My answer was based on my lights above my unit in the grow tent.
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Post by maskedsonnet on Apr 9, 2021 20:00:57 GMT -5
I’ve never seen this one, but WOW! It looks pretty nice, I’m going to bookmark it for future consideration. They had a fair selection of plants they said could grow in there (including zucchini! Love!) maybe I’ll get one too someday, if I can find the space!
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Post by Shawn on Apr 10, 2021 4:36:08 GMT -5
Col looking bt I am an AG girl thru and thru LOL  |
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Post by campingcorgis on Apr 10, 2021 10:59:26 GMT -5
Col looking bt I am an AG girl thru and thru LOL  While I've seen them advertised and think they look totally cool...I think I'm more with Shawn on this. I like how the AG's work and the learning curve is not insurmountable for me  I'm considering doing a DIY tote, modeled upon mike's New Tote Thread - or maybe more accurate to say, attempting to duplicate Mike's totes.  That said, I would follow your journey and love to hear all about it!  |
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Post by Quantum on Apr 10, 2021 13:39:15 GMT -5
I’m an avid fan of AG. I like that this forum includes the term Addicts because I can relate! I own sprouts, harvests, and one farm 24+. I don’t have a bounty, which for me seems to be the ideal size, but in my head I can’t justify their cost. As a result I purchased the smaller or larger sizes. Seriously considering the LettuceGrow tho.
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Post by maskedsonnet on Apr 10, 2021 14:50:30 GMT -5
If you decide to make the plunge and buy one let us all know how it goes! I'd love to hear from a fellow AG addict how it compares.
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Post by Shawn on Apr 11, 2021 8:19:55 GMT -5
I’m an avid fan of AG. I like that this forum includes the term Addicts because I can relate! I own sprouts, harvests, and one farm 24+. I don’t have a bounty, which for me seems to be the ideal size, but in my head I can’t justify their cost. As a result I purchased the smaller or larger sizes. Seriously considering the LettuceGrow tho.
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Post by Quantum on Apr 11, 2021 12:41:51 GMT -5
@shawn Thanks for the warm welcome. Everyone I have interacted with here has been welcoming and also seem addicted 🙂 Looking forward to learning and contributing.
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Post by Quantum on Apr 14, 2021 12:54:06 GMT -5
Appreciate all of the feedback from everyone. At this juncture I have decided to hold off purchase of the LettuceGrow and go with some DIY DW/kratky for some additional plantings. Will be fun to try out some of these, new to me, methods.
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Post by Sher on Apr 14, 2021 12:59:03 GMT -5
Appreciate all of the feedback from everyone. At this juncture I have decided to hold off purchase of the LettuceGrow and go with some DIY DW/kratky for some additional plantings. Will be fun to try out some of these, new to me, methods.
Quantum, that is why I opted for a grow tent instead of a Farm. Lots cheaper and more versatile.
Good luck, and please keep in touch.
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