DIY AeroGarden Plug Replacement

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2024

Комментарии • 183

  • @christianwilkie
    @christianwilkie 4 года назад +7

    This is really cool! I just got an AeroGarden for the first time and of course the first thing I did after setting it up was see what kind of alternatives there were to some of the proprietary parts of it. Seeing this also reminded me about the coolness of 3D printers

  • @balford2112
    @balford2112 5 лет назад +3

    I've transplanted to plastic with the plants when transplanting in my garden and I don't have a 3-d printer but you proved that it is possible to figure out something else than the aero garden plugs. Thanks for sharing.

  • @sharongriffin342
    @sharongriffin342 5 лет назад +17

    I don't have a 3D printer, but I love the way you think outside the box. :-)

  • @aidanhastings4710
    @aidanhastings4710 4 года назад +1

    This is gardening frugality at its finest! I had all but abandoned my teeny aerogarden in favor of 2 in. net pots, but with these it may just return to service.
    Thank you for bringing this concept to its ultimate potential!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      You're welcome, Aidan Hastings! Glad I could be of Service!

  • @claudialandow1106
    @claudialandow1106 Год назад

    Hi, are the 3-D Aerogarden replacement plugs still available from you? Thought I better check since this was posted in 2019. Great idea!

  • @wendyhilt3479
    @wendyhilt3479 3 года назад +2

    LOVE guys this innovative! BTW, you can put a rubber band on the bottom of the Aerogarden containers and the soil tube stays inside.

  • @StockingMyPantry
    @StockingMyPantry 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for sending these to me! I appreciate your speedy service! I just got some seed starting mix to use with these. What do you find is the best way to fill these? I'm thinking maybe a funnel will work for this, but if you have other suggestions, I'd love to hear them.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад +1

      I'm so happy you received yours! I just make a funnel out of a piece of paper and add seed starting mix (store-bought or homemade). Just remember to pack down a little first before filling so that you can create enough surface area to soak up the water.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry 3 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp sounds good, thank you!

  • @DiamondPrincessDiva
    @DiamondPrincessDiva 2 года назад +1

    Hello does these pods fit the AeroGarden Bounty Basic?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  2 года назад +1

      I believe so. If your Bounty uses the standard inserts, then these will work too.

    • @DiamondPrincessDiva
      @DiamondPrincessDiva 2 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp great thanks!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  2 года назад

      @@DiamondPrincessDiva you are very welcome!

  • @LifebytheBowRiver
    @LifebytheBowRiver 4 года назад +2

    Everything about this video was fascinating ! 3D printer?!! Whaaa? Using your own soil? Whaaa Cutting the roots?!! Whaaaa? I really learned a lot Thank you. Now need to google about 3D printers

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      Ha! I always learn something new when gardening...or 3D printing for that matter!

  • @christopherarther5010
    @christopherarther5010 3 года назад

    I wonder if pvc molded around a form would work?. OK when I say molded I mean flare one end of the pvc like flaring copper ( to hold the cup in the hole above the water) then drill appropriately for air and roots.

  • @wendybonney5815
    @wendybonney5815 4 года назад +1

    I hope you get enough orders soon so you can start shipping to Ontario, Canada as I'd love to buy a dozen. I bought three AGs a while back and now I'm finally ready to start growing. Yours was the first video I watched in regards to making your own sponges and after thoroughly researching DIY sponges your idea is by far the cheapest and most efficient. Your ingenious design eliminates using cellulose sponges or getting coir or rockwool pieces in the filter.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      I've had a few orders. So I will do my best to research international shipping.

  • @ScottBeacher
    @ScottBeacher 4 года назад +1

    This is awesome. Do these fit in the Aerogarden Classic 6?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      Thank you kindly! They should fit. I believe all the AeroGardens take the standard pods. And if they do, these will fit.

  • @GuyOnYouTube
    @GuyOnYouTube 3 года назад +1

    Just bought 12 - Thanks for printing these for people! We were given an aerogarden from my sister in law without any pods and my girlfriend wasn’t keen on needing to use pods and those plugs and everything.
    Do you still have to get nutrients for the water, or if you use quality potting soil is that enough to get it started? Any videos on your 3D printed pods growing things?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      Thank you for your support!
      First, yes, I would recommend adding nutrients to the water. The amount of soil is very tiny so the seedling would consume that very quickly.
      Second, I haven't had a chance to create plant videos; but I am considering uploading photos of customers such as yourself using the product successfully!

  • @Nathan-vv4uj
    @Nathan-vv4uj 4 года назад +1

    That was very ingenuitive, but I’m not sure if that is food grade plastic you’re using?

  • @dippychris
    @dippychris 3 года назад +2

    I would love to buy a set of these! - but I am in England. Would you consider adding your product to eBay with an international shipping option?? I hope so! I can't find anything like your product here!!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      So sorry, I don't offer international shipping at the moment.

  • @lll-w3w
    @lll-w3w 3 года назад +1

    How long can you keep these pods in the Aerogarden with only a little amount of root coming out of the bottom? Basically, will that type of root be able to sustain a plant we want to keep in the Aerogarden and not implant outside? Most of the root systems are very intense by the time I am ready to havest the plant and my intention in getting these is to save money, not to just get the plant started out as a seedling and then replant in soil. Thank you for your time.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      Thanks for your comment! Well, you can leave the plant in for as long as you'd like! Basically, once one of the roots finds the hole - and it will since it's chasing the water - it will start growing into the water. Once there, the roots will have explosive growth.

  • @healingjourneys4241
    @healingjourneys4241 Год назад

    Do you make these for the square systems? Maybe I could send you a sample 🤔.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  Год назад

      I'm not familiar with the square systems. You don't have to send a sample. A simple photo would work. Please send to roberto@robertomusic.org if you are still interested. Thank you for the comment.

  • @warrior15r
    @warrior15r 4 года назад +1

    I’m trying to do basil. How many seeds should I put in per pod?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      I only put one, but it's recommended to put at most three or four. Later, if all four grow you would have to thin them out to just one.

    • @warrior15r
      @warrior15r 4 года назад +1

      Roberto Matthews awsome thank you

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      @@warrior15r, no problem. Happy gardening!

  • @pol1on1
    @pol1on1 4 года назад +1

    Hi I had problem with using no plugs just Rockwood the root system entering the water feed camber eventually blocking other holes and killing other plants with not water supply was a pain to clean out.
    I like your idea and RnD
    Question with one hole at the bottom would the feed line from the top trickle enough down to wet the hole at bottom ?
    Btw I have the classic 7

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      Thanks for the question. The trickling water won't have any direct effect, except that it agitates the water allowing it to oxygenate.

  • @birdsnlilies
    @birdsnlilies 3 года назад +1

    Hello, I submitted an order a few days ago but have not received any shipping information. Are you still selling these plugs?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      Yes, still printing. Sorry was a little delayed due to the COVID delay, but we are on schedule to ship. You ordered 18 correct?

    • @birdsnlilies
      @birdsnlilies 3 года назад

      Yes. Thank you so much!

  • @th3duke1
    @th3duke1 5 лет назад +3

    Ingenious! Thank you! My friend has a 3d printer - is there a file you can share for him to make me some?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  5 лет назад +3

      You're the first to ask, so yeah... Let me compile the files and I'll see if I can upload to Thingiverse.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  5 лет назад +1

      Here ya go! www.thingiverse.com/thing:3426783

    • @th3duke1
      @th3duke1 5 лет назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp Thank you very much! You're awesome.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  5 лет назад +1

      @@th3duke1 You are quite welcome!

    • @kitasantana3245
      @kitasantana3245 4 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp are these for sale?

  • @sherylgordon9266
    @sherylgordon9266 4 года назад +3

    I found the roots didn’t grow down into the water when I used potting soil, but vermiculite worked great.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      Great to know! I will try with vermiculite and separately with peat moss and with perlite, too.

    • @Arrietta1977
      @Arrietta1977 3 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp How did it work?

  • @LuckayKK
    @LuckayKK 4 года назад

    Hi Roberto, could you print the small size to fit the AeroGarden seed starting tray? Or if you tried this one also fit the seed start tray? Thanks.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      You must have been READING MY MIND!!! That's the next step! I've just been so obsessed with this product - especially since now I'm selling a few (😃)!

    • @LuckayKK
      @LuckayKK 4 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp waiting for your new project!!

    • @LuckayKK
      @LuckayKK 4 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp I will order 50 small size for my tray. Hope you have a bundle price. LOL

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      Don't worry! You'll be the first to know...and will be privy to special pricing..😉

  • @fishman1955
    @fishman1955 Год назад

    Great advice and well thought out.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  Год назад

      Glad you liked it! It just started out as something to make MY life better, but when I saw people liking it a lot, I thought it was better to share.

  • @melaniegamache1829
    @melaniegamache1829 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your design!

  • @cassiemahurin696
    @cassiemahurin696 2 года назад +1

    Where do I order these

  • @stephanieboule-riley676
    @stephanieboule-riley676 4 года назад +1

    What type of soil did you use?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      Regular potting soil. But I add a bit of dried fertilizer. The regular “feed for 3 to 6 months” stuff.

  • @samw2658
    @samw2658 3 года назад +1

    I just placed an order. Can't wait to try them!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад +1

      Order of 6...color: black. They are printing right now!!!

  • @brianac1730
    @brianac1730 3 года назад

    Hi! I made an order a few weeks back for your 3D printed replacements. So excited to receive them!

  • @tradotvis
    @tradotvis 4 года назад +2

    Thanks for the insightful video and the stls!

  • @TidgeNYC
    @TidgeNYC 3 года назад +2

    Very helpful video, thank you!

  • @QuzieSuzieQ
    @QuzieSuzieQ 3 года назад +2

    This is awesome! Totally need to buy some of these!

  • @JanColdwater
    @JanColdwater 4 года назад +1

    Smart. Thank you! How much does it cost to print it?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      That depends on a lot of variables. The price of the PLA, the amount of time it will take to set everything up, etc.

  • @Anafranch
    @Anafranch 4 года назад +1

    This is awesome Roberto! What brand of soil do you purchase?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      Thank you! I really appreciate the compliment. I don't buy soil anymore. I either make my own from perlite and peat moss or get some of the AeroGarden sponge replacements.

    • @melissadalecosta
      @melissadalecosta 4 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp awsomely clever design, curious as to why you have gone back to the aero sponges?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      @@melissadalecosta I still had some sponges left over from before. But I don't have to purchase any more new ones.

  • @StockingMyPantry
    @StockingMyPantry 3 года назад +1

    Hi, do you have a form where I can pay via PayPal?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад +1

      Yes, just added it to the description.
      But here you go! form.jotform.com/210747574394969

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry 3 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp great, thank you!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад +1

      @@StockingMyPantry awesome channel by the way! Just subbed!!! And thanks for the order!!!

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry 3 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp thank you so much! I also appreciate the content on your channel and will return the favor. :)

  • @dswoboda71
    @dswoboda71 Год назад

    Nice. Makes me wish I had a 3D printer.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  Год назад

      I'm glad to have one! If you like to tinker a lot, then this is a great hobby. If you like to make household repairs, this is also a great tool-making device.

  • @crystall9158
    @crystall9158 4 года назад +1

    Yay my package came today

  • @barbarasteadman6563
    @barbarasteadman6563 3 года назад +1

    Great video! Nice job on the 3D printer, very creative!

  • @somunchlove2767
    @somunchlove2767 3 года назад +1

    Hey there! Thanks for your awesome video. Would you consider selling these on Etsy or EBay? I’d love to order them, but with a more secure checkout. Great product! 😊

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      While the site might not be secure, the actual form is. If you click on the link in the description it leads to a secure site...but I completely understand your trepidation. I even have a PayPal version of this form if you'd like. I am considering adding it to Etsy. If you'd prefer that, just let me know and I will promptly add it to my Etsy shop.

    • @somunchlove2767
      @somunchlove2767 3 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp Yes, adding it to Etsy would be awesome!

  • @mdoane62
    @mdoane62 4 года назад +1

    Hi Roberto! This is EXCELLENT! Ordering today. Do you take Venmo rather than a CC?
    Mary

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      At the moment, the order form only accepts Credit/Debit Cards.

    • @mdoane62
      @mdoane62 4 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp Ordered!!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      @@mdoane62 I see the order!!! Thank you for your support.

    • @mdoane62
      @mdoane62 4 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp Ha! Also noticed (on Facebook) that you're a church musician, pianist. Kindred spirit here, Roberto. Also a church musician (and a piano teacher...)

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      @@mdoane62 --- very nice to meet you! Yes, I've been privileged as a minister of music for a long, long time. I love what I get to do.

  • @yogachick4492
    @yogachick4492 4 года назад +2

    I love this! I just ordered a set of 6

  • @anonymousfriend897
    @anonymousfriend897 4 года назад

    I use the peet pellets and once expanded to full size I shape them to fit in the existing plastic holder.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      anonymous friend That’s what I usually do also. But it’s always good to be able to have options.

  • @jasonspratt6029
    @jasonspratt6029 Год назад

    Helpful, thanks.

  • @comcroa
    @comcroa 4 года назад +2

    What you did is great! Well explained :)

  • @raquellaflaca2185
    @raquellaflaca2185 2 года назад +1

    Do you still make your own pots? I would like to order from you! I don’t have a 3D printer.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  2 года назад +1

      Yes, I do. What kind of pots (size) are you looking for.

    • @raquellaflaca2185
      @raquellaflaca2185 2 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp aero garden slim

    • @raquellaflaca2185
      @raquellaflaca2185 2 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp is your buying link still active, I would order a 12 pack

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  2 года назад

      @@raquellaflaca2185 yes, absolutely. You can use either link. One is a PayPal option if you are more comfortable with that. (Although they are both secure.)

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  2 года назад

      Just received your order. Thank you. These should fit any AeroGarden because the openings are standard.

  • @reppy
    @reppy 4 года назад

    Wow, that's awesome. I picked up an AeroGarden during a Cyber Monday sale and just set it up. Immediately started looking into how to build my own pods and found this video.
    Have you experimented with different soil mediums? I have a concern that I might use something that could break apart and get stuck in the pump.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      I don't really worry about the pump since there is a wonderful filter to keep those tiny delicate roots from ruining the pump.
      As for medium, I usually use a blend of potting soil, volcano ash, and compost.

    • @reppy
      @reppy 3 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp Cool!! Thanks for the info! :D

  • @loo2yoo
    @loo2yoo 2 года назад +1

    are you selling these?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  2 года назад

      Absolutely! Ordering options are in the description.

  • @sgtcannaboid
    @sgtcannaboid 5 лет назад +2

    Ingenious.

  • @chococat9685
    @chococat9685 4 года назад +1

    Just ordered from you, this looks great!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      Thanks! I will print today and should be done and shipped by tomorrow.

  • @LuckayKK
    @LuckayKK 4 года назад

    I measured,
    the diameter of the cylinder should be 22mm and 15mm, the height is 65mm. To keep it to be easily removed to plant, we could keep the bottom open, and print a separate ring.

  • @heathermoria8277
    @heathermoria8277 4 года назад +1

    Hello! You are brilliant! Can you ship to Canada?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      No, sorry... Not currently filling international orders.

    • @heathermoria8277
      @heathermoria8277 3 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp that's fine, can you refund my order then?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      @@heathermoria8277 Yes, I sent you a refund on Thursday, October 8th, 2020.

    • @heathermoria8277
      @heathermoria8277 3 года назад +1

      @@RobertoMusicHelp oops! My bad. Thank you so much. If you ever consider shipping North please let me know.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  3 года назад

      @@heathermoria8277 Absolutely!

  • @reviewquran5050
    @reviewquran5050 3 года назад

    Do you still not accept paypal?

  • @gforcekaras
    @gforcekaras 4 года назад +1

    Why don't you make the tube portion in 2 pieces, lengthwise. That way you can just separate the halves without cutting the roots.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      Great idea, but the intention is to NOT cut the roots if you're transplanting and to CUT the roots if you're done with the plant.

  • @eddiehungry56
    @eddiehungry56 2 года назад +1

    I'm rattled no delivery to Canada

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  2 года назад

      I'm so sorry. International shipping is just too high.

  • @TxAggieJen
    @TxAggieJen 5 лет назад +1

    Have you thought of selling those 3D printed holders?

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  5 лет назад +1

      E-VER-Y DAY!!!

    • @nataliecollar6302
      @nataliecollar6302 4 года назад +1

      I would love to buy 6 of these!

    • @alfiarobinson9663
      @alfiarobinson9663 4 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp How can we buy these from you? I need 36!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      Great news!!! Very soon I will launch a store which will include these AeroGarden plug substitutes. Please stay tuned because I will post a video about it!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      Now Available‼️‼️ (Only shipping within the U.S.) form.jotform.com/201075744588058

  • @RobertoMusicHelp
    @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +8

    Want your own set??? 🏷 Buy now from me! Only $5 shipping. (Covers fees and handling.) ➡ form.jotform.com/201075744588058
    NEW‼️‼️ Etsy shop now available! ☛ bit.ly/gardenplugs

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад +1

      No, sorry. Not currently offering international shipping.

    • @tinaleheup846
      @tinaleheup846 4 года назад +3

      @@RobertoMusicHelp please let me know if you decide to ship to Canada. I am interested in 12 please

    • @tiffharris-schwartz1956
      @tiffharris-schwartz1956 4 года назад +1

      Hey Roberto! I’m going to be ordering a dozen of these, but I just wanted to make sure these will fit in the Aerogarden “sprout” version. It looks like they’ll fit in all aerogardens but I just wanted to check. Thanks!

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      Thanks for your interest in the product. If the regular cages will fit in the Sprout so will these.

    • @crystall9158
      @crystall9158 4 года назад +2

      What can I put in the pods regular soil... maybe a stupid question or coco cor

  • @Delilaah57
    @Delilaah57 4 года назад +2

    What a fantastic idea!!!! I would order from you, but you don't ship to Canada! Boooooo :)

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      I know, I know! But if I start getting some orders I would be able to afford to international shipping.

    • @LuckayKK
      @LuckayKK 4 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp You could try to use first class package from stamp.com, for shipment to Canada is not expensive. and you could print label at home.

    • @RobertoMusicHelp
      @RobertoMusicHelp  4 года назад

      @@LuckayKK, do you mean to say that there is USPS First Class postage to Canada???

    • @LuckayKK
      @LuckayKK 4 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp That function only shows in stamps.com. The local Post Office doesn't offer this service anymore. In the past few years, my previous company uses that way to ship to Canada. You could use a large envelop/flat, and if you could control the weight less than 15oz, only $6.xx. To flat the envelope, you might need to use a box inside or packed well. That way save a lot of money.

    • @LuckayKK
      @LuckayKK 4 года назад

      @@RobertoMusicHelp You could also google there is a one-month free code usually. And then they ask to pay for the monthly fee. You could talk to them usually 7.99 per month.