Day 56
UPDATE#5
Grower update
Update #5
Actions taken
PruningReported having trimmed the herbs several times.
Here are my herbs. I have trimmed several times and some still need trimming.
GrowLog
SuccessfulFarm Basic Herbs
Grow log by Shawn · Original thread
5 visual updates9 photos37 replies
View recapCrop🌿Cilantro, chives, basil, oregano, thyme
VarietyConfetti cilantro, garlic chives
MethodAeroGarden hydroponics
EquipmentAeroGarden Farm Basic
Plants6
AudienceAdvanced
What you can learnA practical herb-maintenance diary showing spacing, repeated pruning, preservation, selective crop removal, and full-system sanitation.
Actions:1 Planting1 Nutrients1 Pruning
Useful practices
No information recorded.
Problems encountered
- crowding
- limited maintenance during physical recovery
- overgrown thyme
*The days were calculated automatically and approximately.
Conversation
C
Shawn, your gardens always look so nice, peaceful, clean...and productive!!
S
Thank you. They would be cleaner if I were able to care for them the way I should. My peppers are a mess. One of the reason no pics. But I need to update that thread nad post a pic or two.
S
Your garden looks like an ad.
C
Yes!!!! That's it!!! Perfect, like a prop or staged scene!
S
Yesterday I did some cleaning of the AG's. Not only were the decks cleaned and wiped I also ended the Garlic Chives. I have a ton here in the freezer and really do not need more at the moment. I will grow these again when needed. I also harvested the regular Cilantro. I will be using some and I froze the rest until I need it. Other then that I trimmed down the basil and oreganos. I MUST do the Thyme, it is a monster. The only thing holding me back is my fingers. The arthritis makes it harder to pluck the leaves. I do have a little thingamajig that is supposed to help with that but thyme stems are so delicate it does not work. I will get to this week I hope.
S
All are ending today and tomorrow. I want to get the unit all cleaned up and start anew. Today I removed the Confetti Cilantro and Chives so far. All have been harvested and frozen.
C
Oooo...can't wait to hear all about the new one!
S
I have been so busy. But the Farm Basic is all cleaned and sanitized.
Day 37
UPDATE#4
Grower update
Update #4
As of this morning
Conversation
C
It is really lovely, Shawn!
M
Nice layout.
S
Such beautiful form and spacing!
S
I got up on the step ladder as I needed to trim the basil and chives. While up there I moved the chives and cilantro around so they all have more breathing room. Later I want to trim a piece of the Confetti Cilantro and taste it. I will get a close up pic of it if I can.
S
I pruned the tops and bushiness of the basil, oregano, thyme, chives and cilantro. Pleased it all in the freezer. I need to make some Salsa soon. I also gave Nutes and Mooch.
L
What is Mooch, if I may ask?
S
Mr Mucha stash. It's a calcium supplement we use in tomatoes and or peppers. Check out the nutrients and supplement board. I'm on my phone or I would post the link for you
L
Thanks Shawn, I found the discussion. Mr. Mucha Stash is no longer available on Amazon, unfortunately. I ordered some Cal-Mag Plus, which has mostly good reviews. We'll see whether it reduces the leaf curl on my peppers. 🙂
Day 32
UPDATE#3
Grower update
Update #3
Actions taken
NutrientsAdded nutrients to the herb garden.
Gave Nutes today.
Day 20
UPDATE#2
Grower update
Update #2
I need to get Mark to thin these plants this weekend Left Side: Right Side
Conversation
S
Yay! They look great!
M
Looks really good. What are the hole covers you are using?
S
they are upside down labels. Someone has a bunch of petunia labels and am using then upside down. I place a slit in them and reuse.
M
Actually, I was referring to the black hole covers on the unused holes. Those aren't Aerogarden Hole Covers. AG calls them Plant Spacers. I call them hole covers because I used to buy hole covers for electrical boxes I picked up from Grainger until AG came out with their own. Prior to that, AG shipped Spacers that were grow baskets with a solid label stuck to them as a spacer.
Day 1
UPDATE#1
Grower update
Update #1
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Actions taken
PlantingPlanted a new mixed herb garden in Park Seed sponges.
Planted new herbs in the Farm Basic. Below you will find what I planted. All are using Park Seed Sponges. No nutes yet.
Conversation
C
Sounds like the perfect herb garden for going into the Fall season!
S
Looks like a wonderful selection!
S
I would have planned more but I think that and my peppers will keep me (or Mark) busy. I will not be allowed to bend, lift or twist fur several weeks. Mark will become an addict soon 😁
S
Watching Mark become an addict and start telling you how to do things will be hilarious. That's when you tell him, "Get your own dang Farm!"
S
OMG, you got that right
C
If you need it...I'm keeping a list of the best AG Sale prices, by unit.
S
Nah, that's okay lol. I have plenty of harvests and bounties here if needed
S
I looked today and I think everything is up. I will get some pics later.
S
Yay!
M
Shawn, I hope that "Nasil" will help you breathe...
S
OMG mike .. that is funny yes nasal helps me breathe LOL
S
Nutes added! Everything is up. Still need to get a picture.