Future reference, the veg and flower settings are for the vegetative and flowering/fruiting stages of plant growth, not the types of plants you're growing. What changes is the kelvin of the light housing.
Thanks for this video, there isn't a lot on this system online! Have you run into any pump issues or do you have any advice for cleaning the pump? I have some roots that have found their way into mine!
I know your post is 7 months old, but I wanted to know if you have any idea what ingredients are in the plant food? I did Google and found nothing as well as looked on their website. There is nothing written in the instructions or anywhere else.
Thanks for the video. I'm setting mine up today and got stuck at the nutrient instructions in the manual so, I came to YT for help. You said "each one (nutrient A and B) is going to be mixed with 1 liter of plain water." Did you mean, 5ml of A in 1liter of water and then, 5ml of B in another 1liter of water (making 2 liters in all). Or both A and B mixed in 1 liter of water? It seems that the unit has a 2 liter water bowl so, if it's the latter, I'd have to do that twice (mix A and B in 1 liter of water). Like I said, I didn't quite get the instructions. Thanks for your help. Annette
A and B should always be added in equal amounts. They are separated because they will bind together if not heavily diluted or stay stagnant too long after mixing. You'll typically want 5ml of each A&B per liter. After your plants are established they could want a higher concentration though. It's also a good idea to add a bit of cal/mag and rhizo to your water for proper nutrient uptake and root health. Both can be found on Amazon for pretty cheap. Rhizo in equal amounts to A&B and cal/mag at half the concentration of the other nutrients.
@@sexytopramen Thanks Lucas. That explains a few things. I'll check out Rhizo too. All the best. P.S. I am growing lettuce and, Maxi Grow has been doing a really nice job when my A and B ran out so, that's a relief. It's a lot cheaper:)
@@Annettesmusic good to hear! You can also look at some "start" nutrient mixes as well for seedlings if you are ever in a pinch. It's typically just a very weak a&b solution.
Appreciate your instructions as the instructions that came with mine gave no instructions in how to prepare the nutients. My unit is the same brand but slightly different power panel. My question is how do I make the filter run more than a few minutes. Should it be running all the time, if so how can I make it do it? When I set it to go it only goes for a very short time and shuts off. The light goes on and off every 12 hours.
Nice video! What are your thoughts about the best way to add nutrients to the system. after a week or two of operation. My system recommends adding nutrients after a week or so. But, they don't give you a good method. Thanks'
My seeds were growing well for the first few days but one day when I went to turn on the lights it wasn’t working. The water pump was also off even though everything was plugged in fine when I checked the bottom and the outlet I plugged it into. Any ideas on how to fix it?
I had a similar problem with my unit, i left it plugged in for 24 hours and it started working again, my unit was unplugged closed to 1 year, the power pack was completely dead, some how it came back to life after 24 of plugged in.
Hi! Great videos! Thank you. Mine did not come with the instructions. I was able to get it set up thanks to you but how long do I run the pump. I started in VEG mode. Do I need to have the pump button pressed too? Or do I only run it certain times? Thank you for any help you can give me.
Il n'y a absolument rien à faire, si elle fonctionne aussi bien que la mienne, elle est programmée pour fonctionner 16 par jour et la pompe s'active toute seule. Je l'adore 😊
Hello, can you help me with 2 questions: What time took your cilantro to growing? I have 15 days with mine and i think i'm doing something wrong. can you give me some advice?. Thanks
I’m trying to grow micro greens in this system. They don’t look like what I thought they would. I’m new to all this. Do I need to transfer these tiny sprouts and if so how do I remove them from the form (black) cone or do I transplant them with the cone. Please I need your help.
I received an upgrade version; it has 3 liters, If I have to mix a and b in 1 liter of water, the another 2 liters should be just water ??? Someone understand my point? Some help !!!
Great video - wish I watched it B4 setup. I added water to the MAX line, which your video makes me think is way too much for the amount of plant food (5ml of each). Any thoughts on what to do now that it’s up & running for 24 hours?
I have not found it easy to reuse the pods because they re tangled up with roots. The only way to change the water is to pour it out, this system does not have a drain.
@@DaysWellSpent Heyy, I had a question about the timer included with the kit. Is there a way to keep ONLY the pump running at night and have the light scheduled to open at my waking time? Because I found that when turning the unit's light off, the pump also gets toggled-off... I tried finding a detailed guide without success, so I am seeking your help on that one ^_^ thanks in advance hopefully!
Hello, nice video. I am just starting to look at these units. I noticed that compared to many other similar units, the tank is much shallower -- looks like abouth 2/3 or half the depth of other units, and lower volume (3 liter vs 5-6 liter). Does that seem to make any difference? I mean, have you ever felt like it would have been helpful to have deeper water depth -- I don't know, maybe to accommodate more roots or allow you to go longer between fills? Thanks!
I've got one that holds about 6L, I only filled it up to 5L. It's been running for 4 weeks now and it's at about 3.5L. I think a 3L system won't be an inconvenience for water fills, but yes the roots would be limited. My roots are growing very long and strong, taking up allot of room.
One more question, is there any other way to contact you with questions? I know the unit needs to be cleaned periodically, pH sometimes tested, veg harvested when it looks a certain way, etc. Sadly, I dont know how to do those things and would love to get knowledge from someone who does. Have a wonderful day!
You can join our FB group facebook.com/groups/1792424904135023 or leave a comment/question on our website/use the contact button anytime! dayswellspent.com
I've had others ask about cleaning it so I should probably record cleaning it the next time I do it. I'll try to write out the instructions later today and post them.
I made the mistake of not seeing the measurements on the side of the cap and using a full capful per litre of water. YIKES! Will they still grow or do I need to start all over? Wish I had found your videos 3 days ago when I set mine up. Any suggestions?
The pump is silent so make sure. If u put the water level just over the filter but stay under the bump, u will be able to see better. It’s very quiet tho
Thank you for the video. It's a help. I just purchased that same system. How do you keep mold from growing and how do you clean the inside when you can't remove the top base that has the center pole with lights attached to it? Would appreciate ideas and tips on how to do this.
I have the MUFGA, model # SP01L1. I can't get the top to raise. How does it work? I've tried lifting it but it seems stuck. It's a birthday gift and I don't want to break it.
I worried about the same thing- hold one hand at the base where the extendable bar is and use your other hand to raise up the lid - directly up. Don’t twist or go off to the side- that might break it. It’s clunky but try that and it should release just fine :)
Hello, can you tell me how many seeds you put into each individual pod? Also, when you say soak overnight does that mean i take all the different seeds i plan to plant and put them in a bowl with water or each has to go in its own? Also, is it stupid to grow 8 different things?
I put 2 seeds in each pod just in case one doesn't germinate. FOr soaking overnight you want to separate out the types of seeds into different containers so each type of seed has its own bowl. I grew several different things in ours. I don't see any reason why you can't grow 8 different things.
Thank you so much for your response!!! I am sad that I wasted seeds soaking a small pile as they are so small. I have decided that I will grow 4 veg, 3 pods of each. I will use three in a column from left to right. I picked radish, carrot, sugar pea, lettuce. The seed packs suggest growing things with similar maturing times. HERE GOES NOTHING.
Thanks for the video! A couple of questions: (1) When you put the seeds in the sponge, do you set them at the top of the hole/pit in the center or do you need to press the seeds down into the sponge material? (2) I saw elsewhere someone recommending that you not add fertilizer until the seeds germinate, was wondering if you had thoughts on timing of fertilizer?
I put my seeds in at the depth listed on the package of seeds. Seeds only need something once they germinate, but if you wait and add it (usually only about a week for most seeds), you will only have the correct ratio if you pour out all of the water that you started the seeds in. To me, it's easier to start with fertilizer water.
@@DaysWellSpent Suppose the seed package says 1/4" deep. There's the surface of the sponge and then the hole in the middle is a bit lower than the surface -- let's say the surface of the hole in the middle is 1/4" lower than the surface of the sponge. Do you press the seed 1/4" further PAST the surface of the hole in the middle or do you place it on the surface of the hole in the middle? Sorry...I know it's kind of confusing, which is why I'm referring to the different surfaces.
I suggest you check the chemicals on the nutrient sheet included with the kit, and research every individual minerals it contains, and what they do, but that sounds tedious to me, and my answer is a year latr soo.. I hope this helps lol
@@saizen4209hey! How is it going with your garden? I want to buy one but I’m finding it hard to find the right info online. We’re you successful at growing anything?
@@cii437 Je viens de le faire justement aujourd'hui et ça très bien été. J'ai soulevé le couvercle avec les plants encore dans leur trou. J'ai changé l'eau et j'ai coupé le surplus de racines.
Nothing in the included instructions or any video did I see anything about the pump. I'm helping my elderly landlord set hers up. I sure hope we did it right.
It seems not to healthy the letuce plant and the leves are very fragile. Maybe it is ok for hydroponics...i do not know but with soil it is way better.
I received one at Christmas, your video was excellent. I'm excited to get growing. Thank you
Good luck!
Thank for sharing and walking us through the set up. I’m ready to start.
Future reference, the veg and flower settings are for the vegetative and flowering/fruiting stages of plant growth, not the types of plants you're growing. What changes is the kelvin of the light housing.
This is a trail and error idk about anyone else but this helped a lot actually 😅
Thanks for this video, there isn't a lot on this system online! Have you run into any pump issues or do you have any advice for cleaning the pump? I have some roots that have found their way into mine!
My lighting of my system is not cycling. What am I missing ? Looking forward for your response
I was using Aggressively Organic and found it hard to monitor water levels so I’m loving these new systems. Think I’m going to jump in again
I know your post is 7 months old, but I wanted to know if you have any idea what ingredients are in the plant food? I did Google and found nothing as well as looked on their website. There is nothing written in the instructions or anywhere else.
Good information. Thank you. How long should I leave my light on? I cannot find that information anywhere
Supposed to be 16 hrs on. 8 hrs off. My unit was supposed to do it by auto but it does not, sadly
Thanks for the video. I'm setting mine up today and got stuck at the nutrient instructions in the manual so, I came to YT for help. You said "each one (nutrient A and B) is going to be mixed with 1 liter of plain water." Did you mean, 5ml of A in 1liter of water and then, 5ml of B in another 1liter of water (making 2 liters in all). Or both A and B mixed in 1 liter of water? It seems that the unit has a 2 liter water bowl so, if it's the latter, I'd have to do that twice (mix A and B in 1 liter of water). Like I said, I didn't quite get the instructions. Thanks for your help. Annette
A and B should always be added in equal amounts. They are separated because they will bind together if not heavily diluted or stay stagnant too long after mixing. You'll typically want 5ml of each A&B per liter. After your plants are established they could want a higher concentration though. It's also a good idea to add a bit of cal/mag and rhizo to your water for proper nutrient uptake and root health. Both can be found on Amazon for pretty cheap. Rhizo in equal amounts to A&B and cal/mag at half the concentration of the other nutrients.
@@sexytopramen Thanks Lucas. That explains a few things. I'll check out Rhizo too. All the best. P.S. I am growing lettuce and, Maxi Grow has been doing a really nice job when my A and B ran out so, that's a relief. It's a lot cheaper:)
@@Annettesmusic good to hear! You can also look at some "start" nutrient mixes as well for seedlings if you are ever in a pinch. It's typically just a very weak a&b solution.
@@sexytopramen Good to know. Thanks. I also have an AeroGarden and, it's solution is pretty pricy too so, anything that saves a few bucks is nice:)
Appreciate your instructions as the instructions that came with mine gave no instructions in how to prepare the nutients. My unit is the same brand but slightly different power panel. My question is how do I make the filter run more than a few minutes. Should it be running all the time, if so how can I make it do it? When I set it to go it only goes for a very short time and shuts off. The light goes on and off every 12 hours.
Can the sponge like soil be re- used?
Nice video! What are your thoughts about the best way to add nutrients to the system. after a week or two of operation. My system recommends adding nutrients after a week or so. But, they don't give you a good method. Thanks'
How often do you add fertilizer? Cuz water level goes down and you need to add water which I assume weakens fertilizer.
How much water are you supposed to fill the plant food bottles with? Is it 100ml of water?
My seeds were growing well for the first few days but one day when I went to turn on the lights it wasn’t working. The water pump was also off even though everything was plugged in fine when I checked the bottom and the outlet I plugged it into. Any ideas on how to fix it?
I had a similar problem with my unit, i left it plugged in for 24 hours and it started working again, my unit was unplugged closed to 1 year, the power pack was completely dead, some how it came back to life after 24 of plugged in.
how can you control the 16/8 hours of LED light? we want to program it to be down at night and bright during the day. any ideas?
Hi! Great videos! Thank you. Mine did not come with the instructions. I was able to get it set up thanks to you but how long do I run the pump. I started in VEG mode. Do I need to have the pump button pressed too? Or do I only run it certain times? Thank you for any help you can give me.
Il n'y a absolument rien à faire, si elle fonctionne aussi bien que la mienne, elle est programmée pour fonctionner 16 par jour et la pompe s'active toute seule. Je l'adore 😊
Hello, can you help me with 2 questions: What time took your cilantro to growing? I have 15 days with mine and i think i'm doing something wrong. can you give me some advice?. Thanks
Cilantro usually sprouts in 7-10 days. How old were the seeds?
@@DaysWellSpent They are old I think that is the problem, my mom storage for long time. I need new pair of seeds 😱
I’m trying to grow micro greens in this system. They don’t look like what I thought they would. I’m new to all this. Do I need to transfer these tiny sprouts and if so how do I remove them from the form (black) cone or do I transplant them with the cone. Please I need your help.
Hi! Thanks for an amazing video. Do you think you can use your own fertilizer or another brand with this system?
I don't see why not.
Hello, nice video. I am just starting to look at these
I received an upgrade version; it has 3 liters, If I have to mix a and b in 1 liter of water, the another 2 liters should be just water ??? Someone understand my point? Some help !!!
Is there a certain type of water u have to use
Hi!! Loved your video and it was very helpful!! But, how do you clean it? I can't seem to be able to undo the set up for the lamp part. Thank you!
You can take it off but you have to be very careful and it takes a pretty firm grip and pull straight up.
what if i dont use the plant food A and B? my brother wants everything organic so i bought a liquid soil enhancer (marphyl)
Helpful video, thank you!
Great video - wish I watched it B4 setup. I added water to the MAX line, which your video makes me think is way too much for the amount of plant food (5ml of each). Any thoughts on what to do now that it’s up & running for 24 hours?
it’s 5ml of each plant food (10ml) and it’s per 1 Liter
Any advise on adjusting the light pole ? How far do you want it from the plant ?
You want it a few inches from the top of the plant.
I just got mine. Is it possible to just turn the light off without turning off the whole thing?
Buy some masterblend i use it in mine its more economical too it works very well for a nutrient solution for most everything.
Hi! How to drain the water ? How often should we change the water in the system? Can the seed pods be reused?
I have not found it easy to reuse the pods because they re tangled up with roots. The only way to change the water is to pour it out, this system does not have a drain.
@@DaysWellSpent Heyy, I had a question about the timer included with the kit. Is there a way to keep ONLY the pump running at night and have the light scheduled to open at my waking time? Because I found that when turning the unit's light off, the pump also gets toggled-off... I tried finding a detailed guide without success, so I am seeking your help on that one ^_^ thanks in advance hopefully!
Hello, nice video. I am just starting to look at these units. I noticed that compared to many other similar units, the tank is much shallower -- looks like abouth 2/3 or half the depth of other units, and lower volume (3 liter vs 5-6 liter). Does that seem to make any difference? I mean, have you ever felt like it would have been helpful to have deeper water depth -- I don't know, maybe to accommodate more roots or allow you to go longer between fills?
Thanks!
I've got one that holds about 6L, I only filled it up to 5L. It's been running for 4 weeks now and it's at about 3.5L. I think a 3L system won't be an inconvenience for water fills, but yes the roots would be limited. My roots are growing very long and strong, taking up allot of room.
One more question, is there any other way to contact you with questions? I know the unit needs to be cleaned periodically, pH sometimes tested, veg harvested when it looks a certain way, etc. Sadly, I dont know how to do those things and would love to get knowledge from someone who does. Have a wonderful day!
We have a FB group: facebook.com/groups/1792424904135023
You can also message us via our website: dayswellspent.com :)
You can join our FB group facebook.com/groups/1792424904135023 or leave a comment/question on our website/use the contact button anytime! dayswellspent.com
I've had others ask about cleaning it so I should probably record cleaning it the next time I do it. I'll try to write out the instructions later today and post them.
I've been running mine since Christmas, it does not turn on and off by itself is there a button or switch I'm missing?
I made the mistake of not seeing the measurements on the side of the cap and using a full capful per litre of water. YIKES! Will they still grow or do I need to start all over? Wish I had found your videos 3 days ago when I set mine up. Any suggestions?
I don't think you need to start over. Maybe try to dilute it.
Should I remove the plastic from the lighting?
Do I have to test water?
The pump doesn’t work for me am I missing something? The lighting is ok but no water pumping :(
The pump is silent so make sure. If u put the water level just over the filter but stay under the bump, u will be able to see better. It’s very quiet tho
Same here, the pump just work when I push the bottom, I don’t know why
The pump operates in two modes, sleep mode and operating mode. Make sure the pump is turned on by pressing a button@@irr1987
Anyone know where I can get the little white cups for this system I lost a few.
My daughter recently gifted me a similar system. Have you tried using it to germinate seeds to then transplant the plants outside?
I tried and it worked but the plants didn't thrive as well as the ones I started inside in the soil.
Can Spinach seeds be soaked in water a day before and then put in the Hydroponics ? Thank you
Yes, they can.
Thank you for the video. It's a help. I just purchased that same system. How do you keep mold from growing and how do you clean the inside when you can't remove the top base that has the center pole with lights attached to it? Would appreciate ideas and tips on how to do this.
You can unplug the unit and remove the lid and light to clean it if needed.
I have the MUFGA, model # SP01L1. I can't get the top to raise. How does it work? I've tried lifting it but it seems stuck. It's a birthday gift and I don't want to break it.
I worried about the same thing- hold one hand at the base where the extendable bar is and use your other hand to raise up the lid - directly up. Don’t twist or go off to the side- that might break it. It’s clunky but try that and it should release just fine :)
i put 1L of water in the tank and it didn’t move the notch up. should i do 2 total Liters?
Hi do you know how to take this system apart so I can put it away for winter? Thank you
I do not.
How often do I need to change the water/ add plant food? I cant find this anywhere.
Change water once a month. Add plant food every 2 weeks.
Do you take the plants out of the medium when they get up a little bit of decent root to reuse the medium??
I have not been able to reuse the medium.
What are the best herbs to grow to save space in the garden?
🍅
Basil and oregano grow very well.
My system with 12 pods but there is multiple seed on the same place, and it contain 4L of water, how much ml of plant food should I put ?
The instructions that came with the machine or the back of the bottles should show you how much.
What kind of water did you use? Distilled water, spring water, or just plain faucet water?
I'm pretty sure I say in the video but in case I forgot I used rainwater and then added in the nutrients.
The instructions recommend distilled.
WERE GOOD JUST kinda dumb luck got it working something to do with the top that lights up kinda had to play with it and all sudden boom works
How often to change the water?
I do a full change about once a month
Hello, can you tell me how many seeds you put into each individual pod? Also, when you say soak overnight does that mean i take all the different seeds i plan to plant and put them in a bowl with water or each has to go in its own? Also, is it stupid to grow 8 different things?
I put 2 seeds in each pod just in case one doesn't germinate. FOr soaking overnight you want to separate out the types of seeds into different containers so each type of seed has its own bowl. I grew several different things in ours. I don't see any reason why you can't grow 8 different things.
Thank you so much for your response!!! I am sad that I wasted seeds soaking a small pile as they are so small. I have decided that I will grow 4 veg, 3 pods of each. I will use three in a column from left to right. I picked radish, carrot, sugar pea, lettuce. The seed packs suggest growing things with similar maturing times. HERE GOES NOTHING.
@@dorikins420 how did the radish, peas and carrots grow?
Hi !
How often should I add more plant food to this Trecaan? And how much ?
Please and thanks
I add the food to the water and add water when the floating indicator drops.
@@DaysWellSpent Thank you 👍🏽
Hi just wondering When the pump light is flashing after it’s turned on it’s not going to start right? I don’t want to burn it up without water
No, it will not
Mine flickered a lot as well
Thank you
The instructions say to clean out the pump, but not how to get it out. Do you know how?
How did you remove the rod I need to take mines off cause I forgot to put on the plate with holes
It pulls out from the base
Can u use the system for cuttings ie African violets cactus or anything
Maybe for the violets but I don't think the system would work well for cactus.
Which setting, vegetables or flowers for herbs?
I've been doing my herbs on the vegetable setting.
Plant's not growing up? Mine said soak one hour seeds??
Thanks for the video! A couple of questions: (1) When you put the seeds in the sponge, do you set them at the top of the hole/pit in the center or do you need to press the seeds down into the sponge material? (2) I saw elsewhere someone recommending that you not add fertilizer until the seeds germinate, was wondering if you had thoughts on timing of fertilizer?
I put my seeds in at the depth listed on the package of seeds. Seeds only need something once they germinate, but if you wait and add it (usually only about a week for most seeds), you will only have the correct ratio if you pour out all of the water that you started the seeds in. To me, it's easier to start with fertilizer water.
@@DaysWellSpent Suppose the seed package says 1/4" deep. There's the surface of the sponge and then the hole in the middle is a bit lower than the surface -- let's say the surface of the hole in the middle is 1/4" lower than the surface of the sponge. Do you press the seed 1/4" further PAST the surface of the hole in the middle or do you place it on the surface of the hole in the middle? Sorry...I know it's kind of confusing, which is why I'm referring to the different surfaces.
Thanks for asking I just started on my gardening kit and was wondering if the seeds need to be fully submerged into the sponge
I bought two of these and can’t get the pump to work on either one.
can you replant outdoors with any success?
We have had some success but the plant looks pretty sad for the first week.
Nice thank you
Do you need to use the dirt?
You don't have to use the pods that come with it if you have a medium you like better and it fits.
I can’t get my light to move is there a button?
With the cost of food going up with inflation this might start looking to be affordable option for people who have space to grow them.
Should cover the little holes if they open to the water as light will corrupt the water , I believe.
It is not a large hole and does not cause any algae growth.
I added water to the bottles of A&B nutrients & then wondered if I was to take out some of the tablets & pellets first. Was I?
It's been some time since I made any but I don't think so.
Hello:) I’m pretty new to growing veggies.... what are in the bottles to control PH? Any “chemicals”.... I try organic as much as possible
I suggest you check the chemicals on the nutrient sheet included with the kit, and research every individual minerals it contains, and what they do, but that sounds tedious to me, and my answer is a year latr soo.. I hope this helps lol
@@saizen4209hey! How is it going with your garden? I want to buy one but I’m finding it hard to find the right info online. We’re you successful at growing anything?
thank you for clearly stating to fill the A and B bottles with water. my 12yo gardener didn't believe me as we read the instructions. 😅
The instructions my system came with didn't cover anything except the setup so I did 30ml of the solid fertilizer from each bottle 🤦♀️
did anyone else have a problem with their unit turning on I don't think this one is working? no lights no beeps?
Does it turn on when you pick a setting on the top of the light and turn it on?
No, it doesn’t. Doesn’t turn on at all.
I just set mine up and there was no beep or lights like it said in the manual. I’ve been trying to find some resources that might help.
You have to make sure the connections at the bottom and top are secure.
Thanks
What if I planted but didn’t wet my seeds first?
Some seeds shouldn't be soaked due to risk of molding. I'm no expert, so I can't tell you which seeds can and can't be soaked.
Pump and filter???
how often do i add nutrient
You add nutrients to the water and add water as the level goes down.
My lettuce is growing but now I can't get the light to come back on!
Quelqu'un peut me dire comme vider l'eau et nettoyer l'appareil ? Sans avoir à tout retirer les plans de légumes et couvercles ?
There is no easy way to do it without harming the plant
@@cii437 Je viens de le faire justement aujourd'hui et ça très bien été. J'ai soulevé le couvercle avec les plants encore dans leur trou. J'ai changé l'eau et j'ai coupé le surplus de racines.
Nothing in the included instructions or any video did I see anything about the pump. I'm helping my elderly landlord set hers up. I sure hope we did it right.
What if I lost my meter cap
I'm not sure. Maybe reach out to the company to see if replacement parts are available.
Anyone tried fruits?
Seems like an expensive way to get one day's worth of salad.
You don't just harvest from it once; the plants will keep producing new leaves.
It seems not to healthy the letuce plant and the leves are very fragile.
Maybe it is ok for hydroponics...i do not know but with soil it is way better.