AquaSprout Kit: The Self-Sustaining Aquaponics Garden

Statistics show that the cost of food has been on the rise, which is true with the cost of living. The situation is expected to deteroriate in the coming years with the expected rise in population. Our natural resources for growing food are operating at capacity, and with busy schedules, we may not have the time for agriculture. Additionally, modern agriculture emits lots of waste to the environment, producing 25% of the world's total GHG emissions. Moreover, there is pollution due to artificial chemicals used in food production. Can aquaponic farming provide agricultural solutions to these challenges?

What are Aquaponic systems?

Aquaponics involves the art of combining aquaculture-growing aquatic animals, usually fish, and hydroponics (growing plants without using soil). Aquasprout kit employs the aquaponic systems in which plants receive their nutrients from aquatic animal waste as the plants clean the water used by the fish. The aquaponics garden also has microbes that gather at the plant's roots, converting the fish waste into nitrates used by the plants. The result is a beautiful collaboration between hydroponic gardening and aquaculture.

Understanding Aquaponics through Aquaculture and hydroponics

The demand for seafood is rising, and technology makes it possible to grow them in the open ocean and coastal marine waters. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) defines aquaculture as the rearing and production of captured fish and plant species in a controlled environment. It helps restore the habitat, regenerate the population of endangered species, and replenish wild stocks. On the other hand, hydroponic farming is growing crops using growing media known as substrates instead of soil. The growing media offers moisture retention and support to the plants. 

Own Your AquaSprout Garden - Eat and Learn  

Having an aquaponics aquarium and a garden in one space is an awesome experience. The aquaponics system enables you to build a garden full of leafy greens and fish underneath in a delightful symbiotic relationship, allowing animals and plants to co-exist side by side. Experiencing nature thrive in your living room offers your family an educational opportunity where old and young can learn vital lessons. An aquasprout garden could also provide you with a fun place for you and your family as they watch the aquatic animals and plants interact and benefit each other. What makes an aquasprout kit a beauty to incorporate in your home or office?

Design

The Aquasprouts kit has a beautiful black matte design that can sync with any décor in your living room. The kit comes already assembled, meaning you won’t need to worry about the technical aspect of fixing it. It fits well in any regular aquarium that carries ten gallons of water. The tank’s dimensions allow you to introduce more fish, and you could even use relatively bigger fish. 

Growing Media

With the Aquasprouts garden comes a special clay as a growing medium; thus, there is no need for soil that could be too involving. The growing media gives the plants needed support as they grow. This special clay also engenders bacterial growth that converts fish waste into nutrients and food exploited by the plants. The growing media in the garden can trap leftover fish food and fish waste without you cleaning, meaning the tank is a self-contained ecosystem. The porous pebbles also filter the water by trapping fish waste and uneaten foods within the kit. Additionally, these pebbles provide ample room for bacterial growth, thus facilitating the plants' waste conversion into nutrients. You can grow all several veggies, greens, herbs, and decorative plants on the media any time of the year. 

Support

The Aquasprout kit comes with a detailed manual that shows you how to set it up and maintain the garden. The manual helps you know how and when to feed the fish and deal with any other rising situations with the tank ecosystem. Additionally, you receive help from the support team anytime you run into unusual situations. You can reach the support team through phone calls, live chat from the website, or emails if you need any assistance.

Lightbar

The Aquasprouts garden comes with a removable light bar that allows you to use any standard indoor lighting. The lighting system is important if you live in places with limited lighting conditions. You can use any light of your liking placed above the garden. Furthermore, you can adjust the grow light to include taller plants. The beauty o this feature is that it allows you to place the garden anywhere without worrying about the lack of natural light. 

Pump and Timer

Aquasprout kit has a submersible pump of 9.5W 120v that can pump a maximum of 160 gallons of water per hour. It also comes with a timer that runs 24-hours and can be set at a 15 minutes interval. A one-year warranty covers the pump and the timer to be replaced at no extra cost should they malfunction. 

What is the difference between AquaSprout Garden and other common aquariums? 

This kit can fit in the commonly existing aquariums of 10-gallon capacity. You can also plant various plants different from other kits that accommodate only one type of plant. The stylish look and design of the kit can perfectly match any home décor, providing additional beauty to your home. Since AquaSprout Garden is a self-contained ecosystem, it is easy to maintain with the added advantage of low pricing.

How does the AquaSprout kit work?

Aquaponics is the process in which toxic ammonia is broken down and converted into nitrates. The process employs two bacteria, Nitrosomonas and nitrosoureas, which disintegrates ammonia from fish waste to nitrite, more toxic than ammonia. The resulting nitrate attracts another bacterium called nitrospira, responsible for converting nitrites to nitrates, which the plants utilize as food and is non-toxic for your fish. The process keeps ammonia at a minimum while providing maximum nutrients for healthy plants.

Which types of fish can I use by Aquasprout Garden kit?

You can keep common pet fish, including guppies, mollies, minnows, tetras, and other relatively smaller freshwater fish. At the back of the kit, you will see a 2-inch gap, allowing you to put an automatic heater, fish feeder, aerator, or other essential accessories needed for the aquarium.  

What type of plants can one grow in a Hydroponic garden?

This garden's greatest selling point is its amazing design that can accommodate different plant species, including leafy greens, herbs, and decorative flowers. Additionally, you can also grow seeds or transplant seedlings to the growing media. This allows you to experiment with various plants of choice that you would like to see in your home.

Is it hard to maintain the Aquasprout garden?

 If you are searching for easy to maintain aquaponic system, then Aquasprout garden is suitable. This kit is straightforward and can even be maintained by beginners. You do not need any special skill or tools to keep the Aquasprout garden operational, with the accompanying guide easy to read to get you started. Should you get stuck, you can call for the support team's assistance, and they will guide you through the problem via email, phone call, or live chat. 

Why should I choose an aquaponic garden over other hydroponic systems?

• It is cheaper to operate aquaponics than hydroponic since it requires organic and non-organic nutrients to feed the plants. These nutrients are expensive due to the scarcity of the ingredients needed to manufacture them. On the other hand, aquaponics uses fish waste as a source of nutrients, making the system free to maintain. 
• Maintaining hydroponics requires a daily check of the water's electrical conductivity. However, for aquaponics, you only need to examine pH and ammonia levels once a week. Therefore, it easy to maintain an Aquasprout garden than hydroponic systems.
• Aquaponics is environmental-friendly and perfectly replicates the natural world, thus completely organic. It also utilizes fish waste for plant nutrients upon bacterial conversion, resulting in better plant growth and fewer diseases. 
• Hydroponic systems require frequent water replacement to avoid buildup of toxicity such as salts and chemicals that could harm your plants. This hustle is not common with aquaponic systems full of pebbles and bacteria for water filtration and purification. 

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