Best Indoor Garden for 2021- Which smart system did I buy?

[@alternativehomesteadingchannel]

Tower Garden!! I just got the click and grow. I'm going to use it as a Kratky.

[@luiscaminero9145]

7:43 Thank you for addressing the thing that no one ever addresses! I want something simple and as self sustaining as possible.

[@NanLovesFood]

Glad I could help!

[@jaydonbaker4605]

I WOULD LOVE TO see more videos on your Click and Grown system!

[@Ed-xt5rr]

Have 3 different aerogardens and I am very happy with them. They can grow everything.

[@gadgetg003]

I'm happy to see you so excited with you C&G. I get just as excited about my Aerogardens, so I know how you feel. I had to laugh a little bit and think to myself "Bless her heart" when you said your reasons for not choosing the Aerogarden. You do realize that Aerogardens can be put on shelves just as the C&G don't you? I know you made this video two years ago, but Aerogarden was making shelf compatible units in 2021 and before. Also, the XL Aerogarden Farms are stand alone units and not meant to be put on a counter.. My point being, while I am happy you are happy with your choice, I don't feel like this is a good comparison and hope people will do their own research when deciding what to buy. Happy growing!

[@seanludeman4940]

I’m your 999th sub! Congrats on 1k!

[@MobileDecay]

I got an Aerogarden Bounty as a gift the other day. I originally thought about selling it because it's big and I live in an apartment in the city but I decided to try it. Today on the 3rd day I'm seeing leaves grow in the basil pods. I'm really excited because I have only ever failed to grow any plants especially with a lack of sunlight. I like the tutorials it gives you because I can't grow anything without hand-holding. Lol.

[@car_tar3882]

Do you still have it I got one for Christmas and am loving it so far

[@MobileDecay]

@@car_tar3882 Yup! My plants are growing out of control! 😁

[@vonnnner]

Great video with detailed comparisons. Another benefit of the click & grow are the magnified/focal lenses on the LEDs. There isn't much light leakage into the surrounding room (efficiency loss) like I've seen with the Gardyn. The Gardyn also uses quite a bit more electricity, including the pump, so the overall monthly electrical costs are definitely higher on the Gardyn as compared to the Smart Garden 27.

[@AbigailMarie97]

Literally me I just left Disney and went on the ride told my husband I want a hydroponic garden. Now I’m researching the best options!

[@NanLovesFood]

That's awesome! We were there this week and I got to show my husband where my inspiration came from!

[@Cocoatreat]

I went to the same ride a few weeks ago! It was very inspiring for me also! I want something to…..just looking for the right one!

[@gd4u422]

That's exactly why I bought the 27 too! LOL! I've been very happy with mine.

[@MarshHouse]

I just ordered my Gardyn. Thanks for all the advice.

[@glbuys]

Thanks for an excellent and very informative video. I own a Click and Grow 9 Smart Garden since October 2019. I live in South Africa and the biggest problem with my Click and Grow is that virtually all plants become pot bound after 4 to 6 weeks and stagnate. I’ve since invested quite heavily in German-made Lechuza self-watering planters and transplant all my Click and Grow herbs and lettuces into these containers where they really thrive, some for 8 months and more. My Click and Grow has therefore become more of a germinator than anything else. The Click and Grow System is actually not hydroponic because pure hydroponic systems have nutrients in the water and is soilless. At this point I’m experimenting with net cups to allow the roots of my Click and Grow plants to grow out of the pods and into the water. This obviously changes the system into a sort of hybrid hydroponic system and I will need to put fertiliser in the water, which I don’t mind. As a new venture I’m seriously considering buying a French made Véritable smart garden which contains only four pods, but they are significantly larger than those of Click and Grow, and each pod contains 10 plants. The plastic containers of these plants have narrow slits on the sides as well as wicking tubes at the bottoms. Given that the roots are able to get out of the containers the plants in a Véritable system are usable for 6-8 months which is significantly longer than the maximum of 3 months that Click and Grow plants offer.

[@RaiseYourVibes333]

TY so much for sharing❣️ I’m trying to grow hydroponics but not a green thumb but would like something more long term! This helped a lot!!

[@emmadiane360]

Love your video! Would love to see a follow up a year later on what you think now.

[@joannehartley122]

Thank you so much! The video was great and you really did a good job on explaining everything!

[@geets7002]

Great video! This was made 2 years ago! You should make a follow up video now that you have had it for a while. Still enjoying it?

[@dianejalbert8807]

I just bought the Click and Grow 27 and awaiting its arrival. I recently bought 2 Click and Grow 3 units and already wanted to expand. It’s exciting seeing the little plants pop up. I might use those smaller units later for a dedicated herb or vegetable or to plant flowers. I live in New England so I hope to use these also to start plants and move outdoors in a few weeks. It will be fun growing herbs and vegetables year-round. I will have more room in my refrigerator because I will not have to store them. I will pick them fresh. Thanks for researching different models. I feel that I made a good decision.

[@MCPAN211]

Are you happy with it so far?

[@HiThereImFootloose]

Thanks so much for doing the research and comparison -- love to hear an update in 3-6- months if you feel it was a good purchase overall or not.

[@NanLovesFood]

There is an update here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmKyi2l9gb-ljrM Thanks for watching!

[@miltongonzalez4998]

Wife and I stumbled on your channel looking for a Tovala oven review and absolutely love how informative and down to earth your videos are. Keep doing what you're doing!

[@NanLovesFood]

Thanks and welcome!

[@stacieberries]

Wow that’s a very good and comprehensive review. Thank you!!

[@NanLovesFood]

Thanks so much! I hope it helped!

[@loganwalsh]

Excellent video thank you so much for breaking this down!

[@curlymelanie]

This was really helpful. I'm 1000% with you on cleaning, which is why I decided against the Gardyn as well. Now I'm just debating between the C&G 25 (not released yet) and your C&G 27

[@learahlearah]

I think you’re supposed to keep the domes on until the sprouts grow big enough to touch it.

[@holdentodd4430]

Excellent explanation of indoor gardens! I have watched many similar videos and yours is the best by far. Thanks so much.

[@NanLovesFood]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kelle1808]

New subscriber! Is the updated vid ready?🥗 So happy to have seen your 3rd option & like another commenter said, would like to see a 2022 shot of the whole unit in its space:) TY

[@NanLovesFood]

Here is the update video I did- hope it helps!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmKyi2l9gb-ljrM

[@kelle1808]

@@NanLovesFood Ty!💛

[@ednercarle7837]

Who's the youtuber that you watch again, is it jen shapen?, I tried to look but cannot find, just wanted to see how that huge thing looks like. But I already had smart garden which is really cool. Been planting flowers ❤

[@NanLovesFood]

@jenchapin :)

[@dani0732]

So a couple things I heard you mention re: Gardyn. Keep in mind the little pod holder sockets are dishwasher safe! Cleaning is still a pain, but at least the individual pod holders dont have to be hand washed. In addition, membership includes 10 free cubes, but that is based on the expectation that most of your plants will last a couple months so you wouldn't be replacing 30 pods monthly... if you needed more than 10 cubes, extra cubes are $1.99 ($4.99 without membership) Notably, the system comes with 30 different plants when you buy it (regardless of subscription or not). Also, you can grow your own seeds by ordering blank pods. Finally, although you can't use Kelby without the membership (and vacation mode is useless without a membership as its only purpose is to pause your membership) you CAN still use the app and many of the features without a membership... you would just use them in 'manual mode'..... So, the $1585 is not inevitable... its only inevitable if you want to use Kelby... otherwise, its $899 but they are also (at the time of this message) running a special where you save $150 with the promo code "SAVE" so its down to $749.

[@MichaelToub]

Thanks for your thoughtful analysis !!

[@iheartmoneyalot]

This was so helpful thank you!

[@scottfraser706]

Thanks for the review I'm looking into buying something butt don't know were to start. Also dose anyone know if you can use these for cloning berry/ fruit trees

[@urban777vegetarianj]

So helpful. I had heard the Click N Grow was the best indoor hydroponic but not why. Going into detail on the detractions really allows me to pick what is best for my lifestyle Zone 5 spring here I come!

[@LifebytheBowRiver]

Could you please consider doing an update and I kinda would have loved to see the garden full top to bottom, to kinda see the space it takes... great video...now I think I want one..

[@TabithaRJohnson]

Yes I would like an update too to see how the click and grow 27 is working out!

[@NanLovesFood]

Yep! It's being edited now! Make sure you are subscribed so you see it when it comes out! :)

[@TabithaRJohnson]

@@NanLovesFood Can't wait! Your video here was so helpful and informative!

[@pamfullerton5334]

I bought the 9 and it’s worth every penny. Especially when crop failures and shortages occur. I will have plants year round without dirt and pests.

[@poonamgurung2149]

As per previous experience i recommend idoo 12 pods over click n grow( efficiency/management/cost).

[@Savage590]

Great video! I’m contemplating on getting a system like this, but repot existing plants into the system instead of growing them from seeds. Would that be easy to do with this system?

[@carlagiannioudis621]

Is your stand white? It looks white in the video but online they seem to be a natural wood color.

[@NanLovesFood]

The shelves are white, but the poles are natural wood. I think it's very tasteful!

[@TabithaRJohnson]

What size are those restaurant labels?

[@NanLovesFood]

1x2 inches. Here's a link if you want to check them out (affiliate link): amzn.to/3hQAywc

[@TabithaRJohnson]

@@NanLovesFood Thank you!

[@capeflatterytrail]

The first one I purchased was the French-made Veritable, which I believe is the prettiest. Wanting something a bit bigger, I got the American-made Farmstand over the Chinese-made Gardyn. Farmstand also doesn't require subscriptions or proprietary nutrients like the Gardyn or Rise.

[@alana6806]

Wondering if the fruits and vegetables are organic and non GmO ? They don’t have this information on their website

[@NanLovesFood]

They would definitely be non-GMO, but I'm not sure about organic. You'd have to contact the company. Their customer service was great when I contacted them!

[@outranklab]

Question - can I use my own seeds with Click&Grow? Or I need to depend on their pod deliveries?

[@elizabethwalker3002]

This is addressed in the video, and on the click and grow website, but yes you can buy their pods and use your own seeds (they sell seedless pods for you to put in what you'd like).

[@Esperanza218]

How do you plant your own seeds in the click & grow?

[@NanLovesFood]

They sell empty dirt pods and you just put your own seeds in them. It works great!

[@Esperanza218]

@@NanLovesFood that’s awesome 👏🏽

[@rolandgadue4351]

How does the water circulate? Do the roots stay in the pod or extend in the water.

[@NanLovesFood]

The water doesn't circulate actually. The pods have dirt and the roots stay contained in the pod. There is a wick that brings the water up to the pod. It works really well!

[@gballmaier]

Actually with everyone dumping more money buying cell phones without batting an eye, These systems are actually a waaay better buy. Especially since YOU CAN'T EAT A I PHONE.

[@karlahoward3206]

Is it possible to choose the herbs and vegetables instead of just accepting what is chosen for you?

[@NanLovesFood]

There is nothing chosen for you- you pock exactly what you want!

[@karlahoward3206]

Thanks you for responding. I was referring to purchasing a Click and Grow 9. When I went to order, I didn't see where I could order which plants I could choose. They select the plants for you when you first purchase. I was hoping to make the selection myself. If I am incorrect, any help you can offer would be appreciated.

[@NanLovesFood]

@@karlahoward3206 ah, sorry about the misunderstanding! I'd definitely contact their customer service and see if they can help. I had to contact them and they were awesome!

[@bismarkvillanueva8025]

Unlike the plant food from aero garden and garden you can use different plant food flexibility make the long run cheaper

[@patrickwilson9783]

Lmao you can use different fertilizers with the aerogarden system

[@halftontimrvreviewsandtips3106]

Does she not have a dishwasher?

[@bismarkvillanueva8025]

I'm pinoy I leave in the phillippines and I think aero garden is more reliable from my point of view were I live your click and grow is subscription dependent

[@TabithaRJohnson]

Been about what almost 8 months later since you had the Click & Grow? Do you still like/love it? I'm wanting to solely use this to grow indoors only. Thinking of ordering the 27 and wanted 8 month thoughts?

[@NanLovesFood]

I do love it! Although, I have a few thoughts overall... new video coming out tomorrow with all my thoughts. :)

[@TabithaRJohnson]

@@NanLovesFood Ok thanks! I’ll leave it in my cart till I watch.

[@benjiebarker]

Man, the gardyn looks so good but i don’t want to clean 😭

[@NanLovesFood]

Me either!

[@BrennanBarger]

Great video! We had the exact same thought process. Almost pulled the trigger on Gardyn but the cleaning...no thanks. How is your system holding up, still love it?

[@NanLovesFood]

I do still love it. The tomatoes and strawberries are a pain because you have to hand pollinate, but the lettuce and herbs are doing amazingly well. I would highly recommend getting one for lettuce and herbs!

[@lvmyfam11]

@@NanLovesFood Can you please explain how to hand pollinate? thank you!

[@NanLovesFood]

@@lvmyfam11 I'm no expert but I use a small paint brush and brush the pollen around in the flower. I learned how to do it on KZbin. 😉 I highly recommend finding a video so you can get a visual.

[@rachelwilliams377]

Love all the comparisons I actually bought the click and grow and then cancelled my order and went with the Gardyn and I’m absolutely in love, and the cleaning it easy for me. I’m short and 110lbs so I think most could clean the Gardyn easily , but I can definitely see it being an issue for someone with any medical issues. Definitely think the 9 pod system is great for someone wanting to start small. One question, do you think the light is strong enough and tall enough to get good sized bushy plants? Looking to buy my mom the Click and Grow.

[@NanLovesFood]

@@rachelwilliams377 there isn't enough room in the Click and Grow for bushy plants. The strawberries are competing for light in it (and they aren't large at all). If you want bushy plants- the Gardyn is probably the right answer.

[@nickj1111981]

I bought two iHarvest. One came and one did not. The one that did was missing pieces and the nutrients had bust open. Still don’t have the second one. Buy elsewhere!

[@NanLovesFood]

Ugh! That stinks! I'm sorry!

[@Antilleotheclown]

Basically most people want these systems to grow food they don’t really care about aesthetics. That’s the last thing on you mine when you’re ready to produce quality food to eat at the dinner table.

[@user-zh2cm4ur4n]

Click and Grow gave me molds and algae...

[@bismarkvillanueva8025]

You can't sub that dirt with something else

[@Chompchompyerded]

How does it compare to buying the same thing in the grocery store. I'm vegan, and it can be both hard and expensive to buy fresh herbs in the winter. That's what I'll be using it for most, since I do fine with my outdoor garden in the summer. For me, cost is a huge factor. One thing I use a lot of is fresh basil. I really like basil. No, I really LOVE basil. I eat basil like a cow eats grass. If I don't have at least one thing a day which doesn't have basil in it, I feel deprived, and I get serious cravings (if not actual withdrawal symptoms) the following day. I need bales of basil. I might once in a while want to sneak a little Thai basil in with that. If I'm really going crazy, I might want to add a little cilantro in there from time to time, if it doesn't take away too much space away from my basil. All else are noxious weeds compared to basil. I'm really not interested in growing veggies, because even though they're awful compared to garden grown, you can get most veggies in the grocery store for less than you can grow them at home. Except for basil. Sometimes they don't have enough basil in the store to satisfy me, or it's low quality wilted, or slimy, or just plain expensive. For me, I need to be able to do it for less than the grocery store sells for, or be able to grow things that won't grow outdoors here in any season. I live on the Great Plains of North America where there's hardly three strands of barbwire between us and the North Pole to slow the wind down, so it's howling all year long and is once in a while a heck of a lot windier, with wind speeds up to 80 or 90 miles per hour once every few years, plus the occasional tornado (I've never been hit by one, but I have seen a few). Aside from being able to grow lots of basil to feed my habit, I want it to last a long time. I always worry about proprietary systems and whether the company will be around for the long haul. I also don't like subscriptions/memberships because they tend to lock you into getting stuff before you really need it. If I can make my outdoor basil plants last an entire summer, then there should be no reason why my indoor plants shouldn't be the same. The other bad thing about a subscription/membership programme is that I don't need the stuff in the summer. I can grow more basil than I can use in my outdoor garden, and I can harvest the seed for the following year (or for the right hydroponic gardening system). I'm not handy, and that's why I want a kit that only requires minimal assembly like the iGarden, the AeroGarden, or the Gardyn. Also, simple cleanup is a must. I don't need any more pains in the tush than I already have. Hmmm... Come to think of it, since I have a spinal cord injury and, I can't feel anything in my tush. Maybe I should have said I don't need any more headaches than I already have. Migraines are enough, thank you. Table tops are not a problem for me. I have lots of table space, and some desk space as well as some room on a chest of drawers. I'm up with the birds, so a grow cycle which starts at 5:00am and ends by 10:00 pm will be just fine, even if it's in my bedroom. Having it on a table is even better in my opinion because that means I don't have to dump out of my wheelchair, then struggle to get back in when I'm done. I'm also very green aware. I want to send as little to the landfill as possible. Is there a system like these that use grow pots? Those are reasonably priced and they fully decompose either in the garden or in the compost pile. If I have to send plastic to the garden every time I'm done with a plant, that's not something I want to do. If it uses plastic parts that are reusable, that's fine. I just don't want to be sending more plastic to the landfill than I already have to do. I even recycle plastic bags, and use the tote bags that various people give away or sell for very cheep rather than the paper and plastic that they offer at most grocery stores. Besides, I can hang those over the handles of my wheelchair, but the grocery store paper or plastic will usually break before I get them home. A cloth tote is very definitely the way to go for me, and plastic throw-aways in gardening is something I abhor. I'm severely allergic to plastic throw aways. I'm fine with the same plastic if it's reusable. That's kind of my wants and needs, so if anyone can recommend one that will serve my needs best, I'll be much in your debt, and definitely appreciative. Did I mention that I love basil? That's important too.

[@boujieekaylonnii5238]

What ? Lol this was too personal and lengthy bye a small one and just grow basil tutts

[@bismarkvillanueva8025]

Your click and grow is dollar intensive cling to your subscription if your subscription gone bad on you your system will go bad

[@Mlaprades]

I have been eyeing that gardyn I don't think I need the $800 one because I don't believe I can eat that much lettuce 🥬🤣