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AERO-GRO • GROWING SYSTEMS & KITS

Build a growing system. Then build another.

One hands-on kit gives you the parts and guidance to explore hydroponic and aeroponic growing—using a grow container you supply.

See what you can build
  • Learn by building and rebuilding
  • Explore several soilless growing methods
  • Follow written steps and video guides
  • Bring your own grow container
Aero-Gro DIY hydroponics kit

What it is

A parts kit, not a finished system.

The Hydroponics Explorer's Kit is a configurable collection of parts for building different hydroponic and aeroponic system designs, one at a time. It brings the pumps, timers, plumbing and plant supports, alongside written steps and video guides for each build. You bring the grow container.

It is a hands-on way to see how each method works by building it yourself. It is not a ready-to-grow appliance.

Choose a build

Five ways to grow without soil.

Pick a design, follow its steps, then take it apart and try another.

Deep Water Culture (DWC)

An air pump and air stone aerate a nutrient reservoir beneath net baskets, so roots hang in oxygen-rich water.

Parts involved: Air pump, air hose and air stone, net baskets, clay pebbles

Video guide coming soon

Nutrient Film Technique (NFT)

A thin film of nutrient solution circulates past the roots instead of submerging them.

Parts involved: Pump, PVC and flexible tubing, net baskets

Video guide coming soon

Ebb-and-flow (flood & drain)

The growing area is flooded with nutrient solution, then drained, on a repeating cycle.

Parts involved: Pump, programmable timer, tubing and fittings

Video guide coming soon

Aeroponics

Roots hang in air and get a timed spray of nutrient solution.

Parts involved: Pump, programmable timer, spray nozzles and bars, valve

Video guide coming soon

Hybrid systems

Blend ideas from the other builds into a design of your own.

Parts involved: Mix and match parts from the other builds

Video guide coming soon

Icons are simple illustrations, not product photos.

To confirm: final five builds, parts per build, and live YouTube URLs

What’s in the box

The parts, grouped by job.

Parts for pumping, timing, plumbing, spraying and holding plants, plus a few simple tools.

Pumps, power & controls

  • 12 V programmable timers2
  • 12 V diaphragm pumps2
  • 12 V normally closed water valve1
  • Air pump1
  • Air hose and air stone1 set
  • 12 V power supply1
  • Power cables and pigtailsquantity to confirm
  • Connection wirequantity to confirm

Plumbing & spray

  • 1/4-inch inline valve1
  • Fine mesh filter1
  • Coarse mesh filter1
  • Quick-connector retaining clipsquantity to confirm
  • Stainless spray nozzles, 0.8 mm2
  • Flexible spray bars2
  • 1/4-inch Y quick-connect1
  • 90-degree bulkhead quick-connects3
  • 1/4-inch straight bulkhead quick-connects2
  • Rigid white PVC tubingquantity to confirm
  • 1/4-inch flexible food-grade vinyl tubingquantity to confirm
  • Silicone tube connectors5

Plant supports

  • 2-inch net baskets4
  • Expanded clay pebblesquantity to confirm
  • Round basket template1

Tools & learning

  • Tubing cutter (sharp tool)1
  • 3D-printed wrench1

The tubing cutter is a sharp tool. Seeds, nutrients, lights and a grow container are not part of this list.

To confirm: list checked against the final packed box, plus any extras (lid, grow sponges)

How it works

Three steps, as many times as you like.

  1. Choose a build

    Pick one of the system designs above to explore first.

  2. Follow its instructions

    Use the written steps and the build’s video guide.

  3. Assemble and learn

    Put the parts together, see how the design works, then rebuild it as another one.

Who it’s for

For people who learn by building.

If you’re curious how plants can grow in water and air, this is a hands-on way in.

  • Home growers
  • Curious beginners
  • Makers
  • Families
  • Students
  • STEM classrooms

To confirm: any supervision or electrical guidance to show here

FAQ

Good questions.

Do I need to provide a container?
Yes. You supply your own grow container or reservoir. Size, material and lid guidance has not been finalized yet, so please don’t assume any container will work.
Is this a finished grow system?
No. It’s a build-it-yourself parts and learning kit, not a ready-to-grow appliance.
What can I build?
The system designs shown in the “Choose a build” section above.
Are instructions included?
Written guides and QR-linked YouTube videos are planned for each build. Final packaging and video links are still being confirmed.
Are seeds, nutrients, lights or a reservoir included?
They are not on the current parts list. The final box contents are still being confirmed.
Is it suitable for beginners or classrooms?
It’s designed for curious beginners, families, makers and STEM educators who like to learn by building. Supervision and electrical guidance will be added here once approved.
What container dimensions work?
Not established yet. Tested container guidance will be published here once it has been approved.

Ready to build?

Five growing projects.
One kit.

Real industry parts and techniques, designed by a real grower. Bring a grow container and build your first system.

  • Five projects in one kit
  • Real industry parts and techniques
  • Designed by a real grower

Price: $199

Bring your own grow container.

Aero-Gro — Cultivating Life.