Can you start seeds in Floral Block? The green stuff that they use in arrangements to keep the stems wet. I am having a hard time finding a medium for seed in my Aero Garden and I am too cheep to buy there stuff. I have tried regular foam (off foam paint brushes), cotton balls, another foam product that didn't hold enough water. I am trying the block but I wondered if anyone else had done this. Thanks MJ
not too likely, it's very dense. the roots would have a tough time getting through that.
what seeds are you looking to start?
what is wrong with a mix of peat and vermiculite?
both of these are available in mass quantities. avoid breathing the dust when mixing.
songbird
Should have mentioned that Aero Gardens are hydroponic Here come the pot jokes
Should have mentioned that Aero Gardens are hydroponic Here come the pot jokes
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In the past I have had seeds germinate on damp kitchen towel, in a tray covered with cling wrap. Once they have a leaf you can use that to lift and plant them. I did find that spreading them too thick the roots became entangled and made them difficult to separate.
Since then I have found it is easier to use seed raising mix and then wash it off once the plants are established.
Mike
I used to do Aero Garden, but I've been decluttering, and getting rid of them was very helpful.
I understand your problem. The stuff to hold the seed has to hold together in the little hole and not fall into the water, yet it has to permit growth.
BUT I had great luck using Aerogardens just for their lights. Have you considered using just that part of them? They're good grow lights.
Priscilla
Yes they are working great. I have put an Armarillis (sp) pot on the side and it is doing great. I also have a pot with dirt within range and seeds germinated overnight. Go figure
The item on their web page looks a lot like highly compressed peat moss to me.
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