An HONEST Review Of The Click And Grow Smart Garden After 2 Months!

[@Nannan52]

I was surprised as well to find out they’re charging $100-$230 depending on model for literally a bottom watering planter with grow lights. Also, for all of you talking about using your own soil, etc- plant growth in Click and Grow is entirely limited by the nutrients and root space available in those cups he showed and the “Smart Soil”. The standard cups that come with all their gardens do NOT allow roots to grow outside the cup in any substantial amount. So, you COULD use your own soil, but with the modifications you’d have to make to the system in order to keep them fed and growing within the context of the cup system, you should save money and just get planters and grow lights. It doesn’t make sense to spend money on this unless you plan to fully buy into the convenience of the food. The huge caveat with click and grow is that with their pod system the plants grow to the max size they can within the construction of the pods, use up all the nutrients in the so-called smart soil, and then die. In this way they continually keep you buying pods within their system. They essentially guarantee the plant becomes root bound and runs out of food. They offer “Pro” plant cups that are perforated so the roots can reach the reservoir, but at that point just buy a real hydroponics system. Click and Grow really pushes the convenience factor but it’s really just an expensive way to make plants disposable for a subscription service.

[@janpecnik2838]

Exactly, well summarized! This should get more thumbs up. I think that this makes it an interesting toy to play around with, but nothing serious over long run, unless you modify it as you said at which point why not doing DIY from ground up.

[@ddee8215]

That was helpful.. Thank you

[@iojason]

One of the best comments. Thank you for taking the time. A few questions I had was what kind of fruits and vegetables I can grow and whether can I use my own soil/seed. I figured there must be a caveat to a system like this because it looks too convenient.

[@brianblignaut5843]

100% it's really over priced for what it is, plus the app is completely pointless

[@marykay8587]

I completely see your point, problem is I live in Northern Canada where gardening season is limited and soil isn't the greatest quality. I'm trying Jiffy greenhouse starter kit first then go from there

[@SEVENofTHEM]

Just received this as a gift today. Can’t wait to get started. Thanks for the review. Looks like a perfect fit for us!

[@JP-gh9gj]

Would you ever transplant them once they out grown pods?

[@catalinamarimartinez1123]

Great video! Just got the small one and I was shocked to see how much they were charging for the pods. Their pods make it easier for sure and I already see some growth after just 3 days but still I’ll try to create my own “pods” next time.

[@valeriesmith15]

Thank you for your review. I have the smart garden 9 and 3 Aerogardens Harvest and Elite, Kent hydroponic system with 15 pods, Hortuzz growing system. I like all of them. I bought the Click and Grow 9, because of the design and I really enjoy growing it. I first time, I mostly grew greens, and it was fantastic. I also grow my own seeds, they came out really well. I ordered the pro cups with the slits for my tomatoes and peppers. The tomatoes are growing very well, however I have to thin them out, and put some of them in a kratky system. The smart garden is in my bedroom and it looks so chic. Would I get another one, definitely. I am looking into another garden Just Smart and LP H Max 4 in 1.

[@dillydilly1487]

I kind of impulse bought this item as a gift for my spouse this Christmas since she excels at growing succulents but basically nothing else. I also did none of my usual product research prior to buying this. Tonight, after looking through some reviews, i kind of panicked thinking i made the wrong move. However, your very professional video has changed my mind. Thanks for that!

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

I’m happy to help! Even though this video is older, I still stand by everything I said! It’s definitely a cool little thing to keep in your kitchen or something like that. We grew in it for quite a while! Right now I’m actually getting ready to start growing in a bigger version of this!

[@dillydilly1487]

@WhitepepperFarmshomestead That's cool to hear. If there's a video I'm sure I'll check it out. I figured it would be fine for herbs at the very least. I like the point you brought up about replanting once they reach full growth. I like the though of using this as an incubator to then get a better feel for keeping indoor plants

[@kimpotente3115]

Thank you so much for this video. I have been contemplating purchasing this forever.

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

You’re welcome, I’m happy to help!

[@dianeschuller]

a very well done review. Thank you very much.

[@caitlinkittylouallen7526]

You can use a dry erase marker to easily change the tags for each pod. Wipes off easy.

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

Why… why is that so much easier than what I did 🤦‍♂️? Thank you 😂

[@Makeupnmimosas]

Thank you so much for this product review

[@airpass4695]

Thanks for review!

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

Thanks for watching it!

[@claystewart4584]

Alcohol wipe from a medical kit can get the permanent marker off.

[@chineachinea]

Thanks! Straight forward review!

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@VahdaMage]

5:15 I can just transplant 8it if I want to yeah. I think this is more of a plant starter. that way you dont have to continuously buy plant pods to always have a fresh plant. use the plant pods to start a plant then transplant to a soil pot.

[@MARTINREN1231]

So its like a wick system pot with lights. Other than its looks, its similar to my auto watering wick pot( i got it for $0.5 each) and led grow lights.

[@AimFit_2013]

How do you clean the water tank? Does it get moldy?

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

The plants suck the water up relatively quickly so it doesn’t allow the water to get bad. BUT it’s also not terribly hard to rinse out!

[@SirMegaManNeoX]

Deet insect repellent is REALLY good at taking permanent marker off.

[@SandyWalter-b1h]

My unit has been wonderful for about 3 years but it seems my wickets have roots or something in them and I am concerned my plants aren't growing like they should.......how do I unclog the wicket?

[@blau98798]

Hi! Curious to know how much this set up added to your electricity bills. Assuming this has to be switched on 24/7 (even with the 8h off), i think it would consume quite a bit of electricity

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

Hi! It isn’t something I ever tested, but I never saw any noticeable increase. The lights that are running on it are relatively low powered LED lights. In our house we normally run quite a few high powered LED lights during the winter months so this one adding to that wasn’t noticeable at all.

[@blau98798]

@@WhitepepperFarmshomestead thanks for the reply!

[@icemeoutlikeelsa]

How long to the plants live inside that thing? Do you have to take them out and pot them very quickly? My impression was that they can live in those pods year round.

[@Sarkazz_Here]

thank you!

[@VaidaBogdan]

I have space for this only in my kitchen but it gets very hot in there twice a day (and smelly/smokey depending on what I'm cooking). Would this affect plants or is it safe to keep them there?

[@wolfy027]

Can we reuse the pots they give, to replace it with our own soil, and seeds?

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

Technically I don’t think so, BUT I think of you know a thing or two about growing plants you could absolutely make that work!

[@shinyy160]

I have done it and it works :) you just have to buy the soil and seeds and they come in bigger quantities

[@kozavr]

thanks man

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

You’re welcome!

[@shinyy160]

I just want to say they have "pro cups" on their website where it has holes in it so the roots can grow down!!! ive been waiting for them to restock them for a bit!! I want to grow bigger plants I can't wait!! nice video :)

[@Nannan52]

If you don’t mind, how big do some of your plants get/how long do they last in the standard cups? I’m very torn between this an Aerogarden, because it just seems like Click and Grow is trying to make you spend money with the growth restrictions of their cups. I’ve seen both systems from other people and I almost want both just to try myself!

[@shinyy160]

@@Nannan52 I have 2 "3 pod" machines and ended up buying my grandpa a "9 pod" for his birthday because he wanted one so badly, I have not tried any pro cups but I really want to because of the huge water basin I think they would do well. You'd actually be surprised how big the plants can get within the little cups, it varies for each plant variety. I grew a single snapdragon in one of my machines and planted it in a huge I think 12 inch pot outside and it FILLED the whole pot! ive transplanted some lettuce too and after some dieback its doing well now. out of having this for about a year ive only had 1 pod that didn't grow which is amazing (pretty sure their guaranteed too) personally I love the simplicity and sleek design that I don't have to mess with a pump (that you have to clean) and any other nutrients. And because of the pods it keeps the machine EXTREMELY clean which settles my mind. you only really have to clean out each pot between uses ( though I wash the whole thing out) overall I think it depends on what you want out of your garden, which the pro cups its practically the same as the aero garden without the pump which I love. I was debating on them as well and glad I went with click and grow, ALSO look on their websites for what plants they come with if im not mistaken click and grow has FAR more options. It doesnt feels like there keeping you in a subscription service for me if anything id rather only have to buy the pods them all of the nutrients. ill stop talking now lol hope that helps you decide 😅😂

[@shinyy160]

@@Nannan52 my grandpa still has tomatoes living in his pods from December 20th !

[@glbuys]

The Pro Cups made a vast difference to my plants. I have 3 Click and Grow 9’s and bought 18 Pro Cups late last year. I used 9 Pro Cups so far and the plants absolutely thrive. They have been in my Click and Grow for 4,5 months and I harvest on a regular basis. I have Basil, Arugula, Celery, Dill, Mini Tomatoes, etc in my current batch and will be able to harvest them for at least another 4 - 6 weeks before replacing them. The turnover in pods is vastly reduced, which also saves me a massive amount of money, offsetting the rather steep price of the Pro Cups in my country. Adding nutrients to the water is also really no problem at all and is much less of a hassle than to have to repot pot-bound plants after 4 - 6 weeks. I would not recommend Click and Grow at all if people are going to use the standard cups, given my experience with the Pro Cups.

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

That settles it.. I need to get pro cups!

[@mtljin]

could you grow spring onions, mint, coriander in this?

[@GennaiosFX]

you can always use the cups with your soil and seeds without buying ready capsules right?

[@shinyy160]

yes ive done it many times and it works good actually even better then their premade pods if your transplanting them!

[@Nannan52]

If you did that there wouldn’t be any point to purchasing this system. Without their so-called smart soil, the system is literally just a planter with a bottom-watering reservoir and grow lights. Plants probably wouldn’t do too well with your own soil either, because their pods contain concentrated nutrients that the plant needs when growing in the constricted environment of the cups.

[@shinyy160]

@@Nannan52 whatever floats your boat! depends how you use your own unit. :)

[@NiyaRison]

Great detailed review! For the permanent marker, rubbing alcohol removes it.

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

Hey thanks! That might be easier than the tape, I’ll try that 😂

[@NiyaRison]

@@WhitepepperFarmshomestead of course! Lol, I work in a clinical lab and we do this all of the time.

[@hammerfallen12345]

Don't know what permanent mark pen you use but mine is removable with some alcohol. Maybe it will not go away completely but you can still type new things on. Had to learn this because some people can't see the difference with these marking pens 🤨😅

[@vernwall2370]

I got a smart garden 9 for 9$ at goodwill and ran an air pump with stone through gap in side

[@brijones]

drill holes in the bottom of the cups

[@WhitepepperFarmshomestead]

To let the roots grow down? You could absolutely do that, add some nutrients into the bottom and use it similar to a kratky system!

[@handsoff5822]

Mine took weeks to sprout and months to grow. It too satusified

[@SebastianPappG]

Just ordered the 200 euros version with strawberry. I wonder how it will taste when my strawberries will be ready to eat.

[@WalidhappyAmri]

Hi Sebastian any update ?

[@americanjock2007]

I use Styrofoam coolers to grow hydroponics just cut holes put net cups in and Rock wool plugs with your plants

[@Zirul98]

can i grow it without the unit...

[@4evermetalhead79]

Can i grow potatoes or onions with it? 😅

[@ChrisJohnson-pd4hh]

Of course you can. You will get a sack full!

[@ddc2343d]

The pods for these are stupid epenisve. $41 for 30 Pak Choi seeds? You could plant 5 acres of Pak Choi for that price.

[@amanitamuscaria5863]

Weed Grower 3000

[@bknomad283]

the idea is nice, but this system is not worth the money. the shown in the video, the cups that hold the "pods" choke out the roots and the wicking stem becomes clogged. i remedied this by buying hydroponic mesh cups and using coco coir with my own seeds. the light on the click and grow 3 doesn't output evenly on all 3 growing slots. the click and grow 9 does a better job with this. the white plastic housing yellows in a year and it isn't looking as modern anymore. no way to change the light setting is a pain. if the light is disconnected, the planter needs to be plugged in at your desired time for the 16 hour on cycle, meaning if i want the light on from 6am - 9pm, i have to plug in the garden exactly at 6am. i bought these used at a significant discount and only then i thought this was kid of worth it. the Aerogarden is uglier but at least the plant roots get to breathe, although they're pretty pricey too.

[@diannella]

Is this video sponsored from clickandgrow?

[@Francois_Dupont]

-very expensive -no water circulation -plant stuck in the pod -garbage light quality -limited nutrients (planned obsolecense)

[@philprice6242]

Bro doesn't know about nail polish remover!

[@dontbanmebrodontbanme5403]

There's no way on earth I'd buy this. Why? * You're locked into their system, where you have to buy their "smart soil cups". No thanks. * Even if you do something like fill the cups up with soil, the plant size is severely limited. The roots have nowhere to go but to remain inside those tiny cups. * The footprint is tiny. You can't grow much with this thing. I'd much rather 3D print a hydroponic tower and in 1 square foot of space, you can grow SO MUCH MORE! Basil, mint, kale, a few different types of lettuce, cherry tomatoes, etc.

[@Iamhealingnature]

I dont like that you are kinda making it seem like its not a good unit. I love it. Everyone is different. I think the tutorial of how to use it is great. But maybe keep your personal opinion out of it. 😊

[@katiusciaartoni1334]

Traduzione in italiano

[@merewetherful]

Too expensive. Cheaper to grow on a balcony or garden.

[@vraiking]

What if we don’t have a balcony or a garden 😢

[@merewetherful]

@@vraiking Community gardens

[@vraiking]

@@merewetherful I also plan on doing that but I just got my second 3 pod click and grow for $20 CAD and like the convenience of having it in my kitchen.

[@TheGeneral_LUFC]

The second I saw this. I thought. I'm growing a weed plant. What an amazing invention for weed.

[@Fantasvale]

🤣🤣🤣

[@mattynek2]

Finally, we can put it to good use

[@ioanabadiu6420]

:))))😂