Have you ever tried to grow your own herbs only to have them fail miserably? Well, maybe you need a little technical help. There are many aids to help professional growers, from LED lights to indoor greenhouses, but for the novice herb grower, you may need something that combines all of these elements. Click and Grow has managed to fill this niche with their lovely home gardens.
It's about pods
The best thing about these home planters is that they are as simple as a coffee pod machine. Instead of planting delicate seeds that you must germinate and replant before you can successfully start growing your favorite herbs, this machine allows you to plant biodegradable pod plants in your pots. Each of the pods has seeds and nutrients to start the process on their own. Once you put them in your pot, it automatically grows, fertilizes and turns them on as needed. All you need to do is refill the water tank every three weeks to ensure that you can keep your plants happy and healthy. The 8W LED light is also energy efficient, meaning you won't add to your electricity bill by leaving it plugged in.
Application benefits
Tracking the growth of your plants is also a breeze with the app providing tips and information about your small herb or flower garden. You can see how long each plant takes to grow and when the herbs are edible to enjoy in your meals.
Price and Availability
Planters aren't cheap, though you pay less labor to grow long-lasting herbs. The smaller Smart Garden 3 costs R1, while the larger Garden 999 costs R9. These vary slightly from retailer to retailer, including Takealot, Superbalist, Faithful to Nature, Yuppichef, and iStore. You also have to pay for the pods you want to grow. They come in packs of 3 at R999 each.