AeroGarden Harvest XL Herbs Seed Pod Kit User Guide

AeroGarden Harvest XL Herbs Seed Pod Kit

Get Growing in 4 Fast & Easy Steps

1. Make sure that the Bowl is securely seated in the Base and that the Grow Deck is properly aligned on the Bowl.
2. Make sure that the Pump Cord is plugged into the connector at the back of the base. Plug in the Power Cord Adapter.
3. Add Water to ‘Fill To Here’. Add Plant Food directly to the Bowl as per instructions.
4. Place Seed Pods in openings on the Grow Deck. Cover Seed Pods loosely with Grow Domes.

Helpful Garden Tips

Light Height

Keep the Grow Light 4-6″ over the plants. Your plants love all the light they can get. When growing different types of plants together in one AeroGarden, expect different growth patterns, shapes & sizes. Basil is a classic example of a plant that sprouts within days and grows tall very quickly. If the Grow Light is raised just for the Basil, will take over and the other plants will not thrive. When it comes to Basil, remember to prune early and often.

Different Grow Rates

Seeds seem to have a mind of their own. While some sprout in a few days, others may take up to a month. Some plants grow fast, some grow slow, some grow tall, some short. Even the same variety of plants can grow differently. Each is unique!

Plants Per Pod

With herbs, lettuce, and flowers, let as many sprouts grow per pod as you like. This will lead to bigger harvests down the road. However, tomatoes and peppers grow best with just one plant per pod. With shears, carefully cut out smaller seedlings, leaving one healthy plant per pod.

Grow Domes

Remove the Grow Domes before seedlings begin touching the dome. At that point, their job is done. Recycle or save for later.

Water Quality Matters

Municipal tap water works well in most areas, but if you have really hard water or softened water, consider mixing bottled distilled water (50-50 at first) with your tap water for best results.

Add Fresh Water Often

As plants mature they start to use more water. For best growth, keep the water level topped off. You don’t need to wait for the Add Water Alert. A full water bowl is always better than an empty one.

Be Brave. Prune!

Pruning does not hurt your plants, it helps them. Pruning brings greater health and encourages dense, compact growth for bigger yields. Never prune more than 1/3 of your plant. Pruning roots is not recommended.

Rinse & Refill

Rinse and refill your Water Bowl monthly with fresh cool water (every other time you add Plant Food). Empty the Water Bowl, refill it with fresh cool water, and add the recommended Plant Food.

Garden Settings

Plant Food

• Add Liquid Plant Food to the Bowl when you first plant your Seed Pod Kit and when the ‘Add Plant Food’ reminder turns RED every 2 weeks.
• Follow the directions on the Plant Food bottle for feeding amounts and the top of the water level to ‘Fill To Here.’
• Touch the button once to turn off the alert and reset the Plant Food timer

Watering

• The ‘Add Water’ indicator will flash RED if the water level drops more than halfway below the fill line.
• It’s ok to add water to the ‘Fill To Here’ line at any time. For best growth, keep your garden topped up!

Good To Know

• Your Pump cycle is set to be ON for 5 minutes and OFF for 25 minutes.
• If your button is green, you can touch it once to test your Pump.

Lights

Touch the Light button to temporarily turn LED Grow Lights On or Off. This will not affect the timing of your light cycle and occasional use will not harm your plants. Once pressed, the Lights will stay On/Off until the next time they are set to go On/Off.

Set Lights ‘ON’ Time

When you plug in your AeroGarden for the first time the Grow Light will come ON, and will continue to come ON at this same time every day. It will turn off automatically 15 hours later.

If you would like to change the time of day when the light comes ON follow these steps:

• Touch and hold your finger over the Lights On/Off button for about 3 seconds and release when it blinks
• Your LED lights will turn ON and OFF once to confirm a new Light on time has been set Your Grow Lights will now come ON at this time each day and will stay ON for 15 hours.

An Important Note About Lights

Your AeroGarden Harvest XL has a built-in timer for the Grow Light that automatically provides your plants with the perfect amount of “sunlight.” As long as your plants get this amount of light, it does not matter what time the lights are off. You may find it most convenient to have the lights go on in the morning and off at night, to match your own personal wake and sleep schedule.

LIMITED WARRANTY

• WHAT IS COVERED – This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.
• HOW LONG COVERAGE LASTS – This warranty runs for one (1) year on this AeroGarden and LED Grow Lights, from the date of original purchase, for the original purchaser/user.
• WHAT IS NOT COVERED – The warranty shall not apply to problems arising from: normal wear; failure to adhere to enclosed operating instructions; serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced; products subject to negligence, accident, improper use, maintenance or storage; products damaged by circumstances beyond AeroGrow International Inc.’s control; loss or damage to removable parts; or products modified (including, but not limited to, modifications through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments) or repaired by anyone other than AeroGrow International, Inc., or its designee. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages.
• WHAT AEROGROW WILL DO – AeroGrow International, Inc., at its option, will repair any defects in materials or workmanship or will replace these products with ones of similar features and price. AeroGrow International, Inc.’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair or replacement.
• TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT – If you have questions or concerns regarding your AeroGarden, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-476-9669. Please do not return any product without contacting AeroGrow for return authorization. Unauthorized returns, as well as C.O.D. shipments, will be refused. For more information regarding returns, please see the Returns section at www.AeroGarden.com

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