Grow your own herbs hydroponically (no dirt!) with this Power Plant system. Interview at the 2008 International Home & Housewares Show by Ann Volkwein for Cooking.com.
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Hydro Garden - Seeds or Plants
Hydro Garden - Seeds or Plants?
What would be easier for use in your hydroponic herb garden?
This question may best be answered depending on if your system is homemade or store
bought.
Some systems like Power Plant require the use of seeds. The seeds are placed directly into
what’s called the ‘grow sponge’. Most of the store bought systems I’ve seen require starting from
scratch with seeds.
In theory, I don’t see why a semi-mature herb plant could not be put into an Aerogarden for instance.
As long as the roots are situated to receive the nutrients, I don’t see it being a problem.
If you can’t wait for the seeds to sprouts and want a bit of a head start on the growing process, try a
seed starter kit whih includes small soil pellet in a greenhouse-type tray.
from http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art1557.asp
Replacement pellets are generally available so that you can use your tray in subsequent seasons and years. If you choose this method, follow the directions that come with your kit and seeds; generally, you place 2-3 seeds on apellet, water them, cover, and place the tray in a sunny location until the seedlings are large enough to be planted in a pot or garden. You can make a similar makeshift tray by taking a used egg carton, putting small holes for drainage in each section, and filling the sections with soil. This method does not have the benefit of the ‘greenhouse’ effect, so it needs to be kept in a warm location and kept well-watered. This will not work with all seed types - eucalyptus, parsley, dill, and others grow too deep for these shallow cells - but most herbs, particularly the popular culinary herbs like basil, thyme, oregano, savory, and sage will do well.