How-To

The Real Way to Harvest Herbs from a Countertop Garden (So They Keep Growing Back)

I’ve kept the same basil going for four months by pruning right. Here’s how I harvest each herb differently so my countertop garden keeps producing.

Why Your Hydroponic Herbs Are Turning Yellow (It's Probably Not What You Think)

I fix yellow leaves on my countertop hydroponic herbs by checking five things: water type, light height, nutrient dosing, root health, and water temp.

I Grew Kale in My AeroGarden for 6 Weeks, Here's What I'd Do Differently

I grew kale in my AeroGarden Bounty Basic for 6 weeks. Here’s what worked, what went wrong, and exactly how I’d do it differently next time.

5 Things I'd Check Before Buying My First Countertop Hydroponic Garden

I break down the 5 things I wish I’d checked before buying my first countertop hydroponic garden, seeds, light placement, grow height, pH, and real costs.

How to Grow Strawberries in an AeroGarden (And What Nobody Tells You About the Flavor)

I’ve grown strawberries in my AeroGarden Bounty twice. Here’s what actually works, what doesn’t, and why the flavor isn’t what you’d expect.

Your Tap Water Is Probably Killing Your AeroGarden (Here's How to Fix It)

My tap water was pH 8.7 and slowly killing my AeroGarden plants. I explain how to test and fix your water quality for countertop hydroponics.

I Set Up a Kratky Herb Garden for Under $15. Here's Exactly How I Did It.

I set up a Kratky herb garden for under $15 with mason jars and net cups. Here’s my full parts list, step-by-step setup, and what herbs work best.

AeroGarden Pods Cost $7 Each - Here's How I Replaced Them for Under $1

I replaced my AeroGarden pods with $0.30 DIY sponges and bulk kits. Here’s exactly how I set them up, which brands fit, and what to avoid.

How to Grow Cherry Tomatoes in a Countertop Hydroponic System (Without Them Taking Over)

Learn how to grow cherry tomatoes in a countertop hydroponic system, variety selection, pruning, pollination, and what to realistically expect from a 9-pod AeroGarden Bounty.

Why Your AeroGarden Plants Keep Dying (And Exactly How to Fix It)

AeroGarden plants dying? Diagnose root rot, yellowing leaves, light burn, algae, and pump failure with this fix-first troubleshooting guide for the Harvest.