Hi, some seeds like petunias, Amaranth, etc. are extremely small. Some seeds like Mustard, broccoli, kale, etc. are round and roll fast. I missed dropping the seeds in the spots many times.I use tweezer all the time but still missed couple of times. So, I always prefer to drop seeds into sponge first, and then sponge into pod basket.
Awesome video! I wanted to use my Cricut Maker to make labels. I realized that it is much easier, faster, and cheaper to make them using your ideas. I will try at least two alternatives. Great job!
I like all of your ideas! I had cut some out of an almond milk carton because it won't warp from moisture, I did not worry about it staying in place with tape, but using packaging tape over top would have worked! I love the smiley face labels the best and decorative duct tape would be fun and economical! Thank you :)
Some great ideas here, thanks for sharing! I just purchased some Aerogarden sponges, baskets, and stickers. I was going for ease of use and convenience, but the prices are too high. I'll definitely make my own stickers in the future. Thanks for sharing so many ways. I think I like the fun stickers that you got at the dollar store, but I also like the duct tape option. I'll be sure to stock up on that type of thing so that next time I need them, I'll have them on hand.
Just came across your videos today, they are so informative! Was a quick subscribe for me :D Thanks for showing all the different methods. I'll be trying the tape rather than buying the brand stickers online (so expensive) thanks again :)
Thank ya for sharing this information sir, I'll be trying this myself if I run into algae problems!! You have a new subscriber from east central Mississippi here!! Dan
These are great! I found these 1.75” diameter stickers from Dollar Tree (Treehouse Jumbo Reward Stickers) and they fit perfectly on the baskets! I was worried that the stickiness of the tape was going to cause issues for the little plants to push through the hole. Is it okay?
That shouldn't be a big deal for seedlings. I, sometimes, use duct tape (much stronger) and the seedlings can mange through it. In case the seedlings get stuck and struggling, please help them using a tweezer and gently pull the leaves from the sticker.
I rarely see the first set of leaves (cotyledons) stuck to the duct tape. If so, I just try to seperate them from the tape of just cut the cotyledons. By the time the seedlings started producing real leaves, they will be above the sticker.
Yes, all the time. I have a few pods with duct tape I added long ago, and I am still reusing them. Duct tape seems sustainable. But anything new, I follow one of the methods.
My way is to buy a sheet of adhesive Foam Sheet paper from local hobby shop (Hobby Lobby or Michaels) for $.99. Use the plastic pod to trace circle, cut the circle out then use a 3/8 (Harbor Fright for $3.00) hollow punch to punch out hole in the center of the cut out where plant can grow. The humidity dome fits perfect. Makes at least 30 per sheet of adhesive foam sheets for less than a dollar
For most plants, the leaves will come above the sticker by the time they open up. But I do see some leaves open up below the sticker and get stuck. Plants will push themselves up and real leaves start growing above the sticker. Worst case, I cut the cotyledons (first set of leaves), which is totally fine.
I really like the duct tape idea especially for plants that will have long lives. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge!
Nice! This is super helpful! I'll definitely be buying 2 inch diameter stickers in the future! Looks super easy. Thanks for this!
These ideas seem great. Will try the tape method. Why not put sponge with seed in before putting on label?
Have had an algea problem and will try these ideas, thanks for the info
Excellent. Thank you,
Great informative video! I like the kid sticker and Dollar Store stickers the best, but the duct tape look a bit sturdier. Any of them should work.
Thank you for doing this!
Thank you so much!!!
Thanks for the great.ideas.:-)
Thank u❤Awesome 😊
wouldn't it be easier to place the sponge inside the pod then wrap it? then place your seeds through the hole.
Hi, some seeds like petunias, Amaranth, etc. are extremely small. Some seeds like Mustard, broccoli, kale, etc. are round and roll fast. I missed dropping the seeds in the spots many times.I use tweezer all the time but still missed couple of times. So, I always prefer to drop seeds into sponge first, and then sponge into pod basket.
@@aerogardenexperimentsI now understand.
Awesome video! I wanted to use my Cricut Maker to make labels. I realized that it is much easier, faster, and cheaper to make them using your ideas. I will try at least two alternatives. Great job!
Had not thought of the kid stickers. Brilliant.
I like all of your ideas! I had cut some out of an almond milk carton because it won't warp from moisture, I did not worry about it staying in place with tape, but using packaging tape over top would have worked! I love the smiley face labels the best and decorative duct tape would be fun and economical! Thank you :)
Awesome ideas! Thank you. New subscriber here. ❤️
Some great ideas here, thanks for sharing! I just purchased some Aerogarden sponges, baskets, and stickers. I was going for ease of use and convenience, but the prices are too high. I'll definitely make my own stickers in the future. Thanks for sharing so many ways. I think I like the fun stickers that you got at the dollar store, but I also like the duct tape option. I'll be sure to stock up on that type of thing so that next time I need them, I'll have them on hand.
This is fantastic! Thanks for sharing these ideas!
Great idea. It is nice not to have to pay for the stickers.
Kid stickers - so cheap at dollar store!
Love your methods, I am starting the aero garden and your videos are very, very helpful
Thank you.
So creative! I love your videos, you’ve taught me SO much!
Thank you!
Thank you for the tip!
Just came across your videos today, they are so informative! Was a quick subscribe for me :D Thanks for showing all the different methods. I'll be trying the tape rather than buying the brand stickers online (so expensive) thanks again :)
Thank ya for sharing this information sir, I'll be trying this myself if I run into algae problems!! You have a new subscriber from east central Mississippi here!! Dan
Thank you very much, Sir.
These are great! I found these 1.75” diameter stickers from Dollar Tree (Treehouse Jumbo Reward Stickers) and they fit perfectly on the baskets! I was worried that the stickiness of the tape was going to cause issues for the little plants to push through the hole. Is it okay?
That shouldn't be a big deal for seedlings. I, sometimes, use duct tape (much stronger) and the seedlings can mange through it. In case the seedlings get stuck and struggling, please help them using a tweezer and gently pull the leaves from the sticker.
Thank you for these ideas. Very informative.
I use adhesive foam sheets from Walmart and a 1/2” punch to cut the holes works great ! 👍
Good to know!
I love the children's stickers!
A very interesting way to recycle the pods. I have to try it.
Great ideas! Thanks.
Great video
Great Ideas
All great ideas. I'll have to give a few a try. Starting with painters tape. However would the seedlings stick to it or to duck tape or stickers? 🤔
I rarely see the first set of leaves (cotyledons) stuck to the duct tape. If so, I just try to seperate them from the tape of just cut the cotyledons. By the time the seedlings started producing real leaves, they will be above the sticker.
Have you used this method already? How did it work out?
Yes, all the time. I have a few pods with duct tape I added long ago, and I am still reusing them. Duct tape seems sustainable. But anything new, I follow one of the methods.
So elegant! Thanks!
All great ideas! Thanks
always excellent advice
Like the duct tape method!
Very nice 👌
why don't you just insert the sponge before you put the sticker on?
We can. I just insert the sponge when I am ready for planting.
My way is to buy a sheet of adhesive Foam Sheet paper from local hobby shop (Hobby Lobby or Michaels) for $.99. Use the plastic pod to trace circle, cut the circle out then use a 3/8 (Harbor Fright for $3.00) hollow punch to punch out hole in the center of the cut out where plant can grow. The humidity dome fits perfect. Makes at least 30 per sheet of adhesive foam sheets for less than a dollar
Very interesting! I am going to try it very soon.
Doesn’t the tender plant stick to the back of the tape?
For most plants, the leaves will come above the sticker by the time they open up. But I do see some leaves open up below the sticker and get stuck. Plants will push themselves up and real leaves start growing above the sticker. Worst case, I cut the cotyledons (first set of leaves), which is totally fine.
Love your ideas. I will try the black tape method and foil.