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  • YEAR ROUND WATER GARDEN: The Back to the Roots Water Garden Duo allows you to grow a succulent or houseplant garden all year round and comes with everything you need to get started - no green thum or big backyard needed.
  • CONVENIENT AND EASY: Harvest organic microgreens from your aquarium in just 10 days; Your Water Garden becomes a self-cleaning fish tank that also grows fresh food up top; The fish waste fertilizes the plants on top and the plants clean the water.
  • THE PERFECT LIVING HOME DECOR OR GIFT: Each Back to the Roots Water Garden Duo comes with a free STEM curriculum on aquaponic and hydroponic systems to encourage your kids to learn more about it; This award-winning ecoystem is also the perfect gift.
  • COMPLETE AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM KIT: This DIY aquaponic fish tank kit is fully equipped with everything you need to get started - radish and wheatgrass seeds, water conditioner, a growing medium for your seeds to take root, water dechlorinator, fish food, and even a fish coupon

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Organic* Microgreen Seeds

Fast-growing and nutritious, these greens are perfect starter crops to get your aquaponics system up and running!

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Keep growing & save on refill fish food, seeds, grow medium, tank heaters and more!

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The perfect growing medium for your plants to take root and access the nutrient-rich water flowing through your ecosystem.

Coupons for Fish, Nutritious Food, & Dechlor

Inside is a coupon for Betta fish from one of our nationwide partners, and also nutritious fish food & natural dechlorinator to help your new finned friend be happy, safe and settled in his new home!

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Experience The Magic Of Aquaponics

For thousands of years, farmers all over the world have used aquaponic growing systems (raising fish & plants together) as a sustainable & efficient way to grow food. Aquaponics can use 90% less water than traditional farming!

Now, you can bring the magic of aquaponics inside with the Water Garden — this easy & fun closed-loop ecosystem is perfect for any home or classroom! Just feed your betta fish, and watch the plants on top start to grow within days — all without any soil!

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While this Water Garden comes with months of organic* seeds, it’s really a blank canvas for all your gardening dreams! Water Gardeners across the country are experimenting with unique, fun plants like philodendrons, orchids, and even bamboo! What will you grow in your Water Garden?

*Certified Organic by QA International, C0165292-NOPHPH-5, 04-NOV-2015

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Liven up any space and invite a little zen with this easy-to-grow succulent garden. The Back to the Roots Water Garden Duo is an award-winning hydroponic and aquaponic ecosystem that makes the perfect gift, educational family project, or piece of living home decor.This mini hydroponics ecosystem creates a sleek, low maintenance, self-watering planter for growing luscious bamboo, succulents, and houseplants! You can customize the interior of the tank however you'd like and create a beautiful underwater scene. You may also choose to add fish into the tank so you can turn this scaled down hydroponics into a funcitonal aquaponic system. Your Water Garden becomes a self-cleaning fish tank that also grows fresh food up top. The fish waste fertilizes the plants on top and the plants clean the water — so fewer water changes required.The Water Garden grows year around and comes with EVERYTHING you need to get started —no green thumb or big backyard needed. It has 3 gallon capacity.

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4.1 out of 5 stars
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Customers like the growth rate, appearance and ease of use of the vivarium. For example, they mention that the plants are growing very well, the water looks great and that it's easy to setup and use. Customers also appreciate the entertainment value. That said, some disagree on cleanliness, size, filtration, and quality.

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113 customers mention88 positive25 negative

Customers like the growth rate of the vivarium. They mention that the plants are growing very well, fast, and sprouting after about 3 days. Some say that the Italian basil started growing fairly quickly. They also say it does a great job growing aquaponics, and that sprouts are coming up after a week.

"...rocks and expecting something to happen, but three days in and they are all sprouting! (The radish are the faster, more obvious grower)...." Read more

"...system is simple and easy to put together, my seeds started germinating 3 days after planting...." Read more

"...The plants have grown well with no muck like some have described...." Read more

"...After about 3 days, plants were already starting to sprout. I then went out and got Buddy, a fiery red Betta...." Read more

84 customers mention73 positive11 negative

Customers find the vivarium easy to set up and use. They appreciate the step-by-step process and detailed directions. They also say the humidity has made it incredibly easy to nurture their plants.

"...-by-step throughout the process with illustrations and easy to understand instructions: wash all the pieces, pour in tap water in tank, add..." Read more

"...size for a Betta and a snail, aquaponics system is simple and easy to put together, my seeds started germinating 3 days after planting...." Read more

"...I was impressed when the package arrived. The instructions came with great diagrams and photos, and I had it set up within an hour...." Read more

"...It does work, and it's easy to use.Oh and it's made in China." Read more

66 customers mention51 positive15 negative

Customers like the appearance of the vivarium. They mention that the water looks great, and the basil plant is beautiful. They also appreciate the redesign of the top, and say that it's a cute aquatic terrarium/science project. Customers also mention that it has a well-designed little square with 2 sturdy grow pods. Overall, customers find the setup beautiful and say it'll make a great addition to any home.

"...a nice presentation, that gave me food to eat, and something pretty to look at. This water garden checked all the marks.— SET UP —..." Read more

"...machines I've tried, this one is probably the highest quality - a well designed little square with 2 very sturdy arms holding up the light tray that..." Read more

"...Product Feedback for Creators: I do like the redesign of the top, 3 larger grow pods vs 6 smaller pods for planting gives more flexibility for..." Read more

"...It will be cheaper and work better. This is a cute aquatic terrarium/science project if that is all your looking for." Read more

43 customers mention43 positive0 negative

Customers find the vivarium to be a fun addition to their plants unit. They say it's fun to farm and grow in it. Customers also say it’s a creative habitat for beta fish, a science project for kids, and enjoyable for the whole family. They also mention that watching the fish and the plants is fun.

"...The kids are so excited to grow things and absolutely amazed when they see the first sprouts...." Read more

"...All in all, the water garden is fun and helps me easily keep my basil happy through the winter...." Read more

"...up with the plants and tank, and follow the instructions this is great fun for kids." Read more

"...All in all, really fun project. Just take your time, think ahead and do some minor research and you should have a working garden in a week...." Read more

184 customers mention98 positive86 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the vivarium. Some mention it's a good quality hydroponic grow kit, while others say that the first fish died within a few hours.

"...Of the 5 brands of machines I've tried, this one is probably the highest quality - a well designed little square with 2 very sturdy arms holding up..." Read more

"...I take out water and pour distilled water back in. The rocks on top might grow fuzzy mold if you don't have good airflow in your home, so that will..." Read more

"This is a good quality hydroponic grow kit for your kitchen countertop at only 7" wide x 5 3/4" deep it takes up very little space, less than my..." Read more

"...maybe overnight to start the pump...this pump is small and can easily suck up sediment which may make it not work properly or even burn up the motor...." Read more

83 customers mention30 positive53 negative

Customers are mixed about the cleanliness of the vivarium. Some mention that they love how clean the water stays, and the tank is surprisingly clean. However, others say that the water stayed murky, nasty, and moldy.

"...I am so pleased! The water was a bit merky for a couple of days but then it just cleared up and has stayed crystal clear! No mold or algae problems...." Read more

"...I also grow scallions (green onions) in here—which is easier to clean because the roots don't get tangled.— CHOOSING A BETTA —..." Read more

"...Water got nasty / moldy too...." Read more

"...quickly and are annoying to replant, plus the top is ugly and makes cleaning hard. And I find in-tank plants better at cleaning the water...." Read more

83 customers mention34 positive49 negative

Customers are mixed about the filtration of the vivarium. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it doesn't work.

"...This is a great concept, but something is lacking in the execution...." Read more

"...The good: it doesn't take much of counter space. It does work, and it's easy to use.Oh and it's made in China." Read more

"...Things to keep in mind. The plants never really provided the filtration necessary to not have to clean the tank...." Read more

"It works very similar to AeroGarden. I have the AeroGarden already, I want to add this device to grow a bit more herbs at home...." Read more

46 customers mention29 positive17 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the vivarium. Some mention it's an overall great size, taking up very little space, and has plenty of room for plants, hiding spots, and decor. However, others say that the tank is tiny and too small for any fish to be happy in.

"...Perfect size for a Betta and a snail, aquaponics system is simple and easy to put together, my seeds started germinating 3 days after planting...." Read more

"...for your kitchen countertop at only 7" wide x 5 3/4" deep it takes up very little space, less than my toaster in fact...." Read more

"...tank wait a little while maybe overnight to start the pump...this pump is small and can easily suck up sediment which may make it not work properly..." Read more

"...So I also used my own, and it thrived.The good: it doesn't take much of counter space. It does work, and it's easy to use...." Read more

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I love this product. Love it.Since pets can be too much responsibility for a New Yorker, I decided to try a single fish as an adult. I was a kid when I used to have fish and times were simpler then, but now there's so many accessories and things to worry about. I wanted a simple eco-friendly solution, with a nice presentation, that gave me food to eat, and something pretty to look at. This water garden checked all the marks.— SET UP —Setting this up was incredibly easy. There is an included brochure that walks you step-by-step throughout the process with illustrations and easy to understand instructions: wash all the pieces, pour in tap water in tank, add dechlorinator, attach pump, add top white piece, add sponge, add grow rocks, add beneficial bacteria, add seeds, add gravel, add fish, and add additional decorations (purchased separately). Pretty easy.— GROWING —This comes with three growing trays, and you are provided with two different types of seeds: wheat grass, and radish micro-greens. They take anywhere from 7-10 days to be ready to eat, with the wheatgrass good for one extra regrowth. I was hesitant about throwing seeds on wet rocks and expecting something to happen, but three days in and they are all sprouting! (The radish are the faster, more obvious grower). I make shots with the wheatgrass, and use the radish on pizza. I also grow scallions (green onions) in here—which is easier to clean because the roots don't get tangled.— CHOOSING A BETTA —You are provided a $3 coupon at Petco for a Male Veiltail Betta. This is enough to make it free. I would suggest seeing how well you can take care of your first Betta and if you are successful, maybe consider a prettier but more expensive Betta (but don't put them together, of course). I didn't use the coupon and got a Double Veiltail for about 2.5x that price.— ADDITIONAL DECOR —I spoiled my Betta and got him live plants (to rest on), extra gravel, and two snails to clean any possible algae, along with food options. You are free to decorate how you wish. I do have to note that the gravel provided is minimal so you may want to get more.— THE ECOSYSTEM —If everything is done correctly, this system should basically be the circle of life in a 3-gallon tank: you feed your fish, the fish poops, the poops turn into food for the plants, the plant's roots clean the water, which your fish will enjoy living in to continue eating. I threw in live plants and snails, so we'll see if that helps to maintain overall cleanliness and liveliness.Also, this may not be obvious, but you *need* to be growing something on top. If you have dead/dying plants on top, it will throw things off and the water will turn gross. Try to have at least one or two trays growing something.— MAINTENANCE —As with any aquarium, you will have to take clean this at least once a month minimum. For me, I usually do a 25-35% water change every week. I take out water and pour distilled water back in. The rocks on top might grow fuzzy mold if you don't have good airflow in your home, so that will require taking the containers out to clean, along with the rocks. The tube will also have to be cleaned out regularly so that water can flow up. This is all part of the package of owning an aquarium. It will require upkeep.— THINGS TO NOTE —Don't put this in direct sunlight because your fish will hate you, and algae will grow faster. Also, the pump can be noisy; adjust the cord so it isn't vibrating too loudly. There should only be the sounds of humming and drops of water from the tray, which creates a soft white noise in whatever room you put this in.— SUMMARY —I happened to get this during a sale, which made it worth it to me. This is a wonderful idea well-executed (this is version 2.0 of the product, btw). You get to take care of a low-maintenance fish, grow food you can eat on a weekly basis, and beautify your home. Recommended.
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I love this product. Love it.

Since pets can be too much responsibility for a New Yorker, I decided to try a single fish as an adult. I was a kid when I used to have fish and times were simpler then, but now there's so many accessories and things to worry about. I wanted a simple eco-friendly solution, with a nice presentation, that gave me food to eat, and something pretty to look at. This water garden checked all the marks.

— SET UP —
Setting this up was incredibly easy. There is an included brochure that walks you step-by-step throughout the process with illustrations and easy to understand instructions: wash all the pieces, pour in tap water in tank, add dechlorinator, attach pump, add top white piece, add sponge, add grow rocks, add beneficial bacteria, add seeds, add gravel, add fish, and add additional decorations (purchased separately). Pretty easy.

— GROWING —
This comes with three growing trays, and you are provided with two different types of seeds: wheat grass, and radish micro-greens. They take anywhere from 7-10 days to be ready to eat, with the wheatgrass good for one extra regrowth. I was hesitant about throwing seeds on wet rocks and expecting something to happen, but three days in and they are all sprouting! (The radish are the faster, more obvious grower). I make shots with the wheatgrass, and use the radish on pizza. I also grow scallions (green onions) in here—which is easier to clean because the roots don't get tangled.

— CHOOSING A BETTA —
You are provided a $3 coupon at Petco for a Male Veiltail Betta. This is enough to make it free. I would suggest seeing how well you can take care of your first Betta and if you are successful, maybe consider a prettier but more expensive Betta (but don't put them together, of course). I didn't use the coupon and got a Double Veiltail for about 2.5x that price.

— ADDITIONAL DECOR —
I spoiled my Betta and got him live plants (to rest on), extra gravel, and two snails to clean any possible algae, along with food options. You are free to decorate how you wish. I do have to note that the gravel provided is minimal so you may want to get more.

— THE ECOSYSTEM —
If everything is done correctly, this system should basically be the circle of life in a 3-gallon tank: you feed your fish, the fish poops, the poops turn into food for the plants, the plant's roots clean the water, which your fish will enjoy living in to continue eating. I threw in live plants and snails, so we'll see if that helps to maintain overall cleanliness and liveliness.

Also, this may not be obvious, but you *need* to be growing something on top. If you have dead/dying plants on top, it will throw things off and the water will turn gross. Try to have at least one or two trays growing something.

— MAINTENANCE —
As with any aquarium, you will have to take clean this at least once a month minimum. For me, I usually do a 25-35% water change every week. I take out water and pour distilled water back in. The rocks on top might grow fuzzy mold if you don't have good airflow in your home, so that will require taking the containers out to clean, along with the rocks. The tube will also have to be cleaned out regularly so that water can flow up. This is all part of the package of owning an aquarium. It will require upkeep.

— THINGS TO NOTE —
Don't put this in direct sunlight because your fish will hate you, and algae will grow faster. Also, the pump can be noisy; adjust the cord so it isn't vibrating too loudly. There should only be the sounds of humming and drops of water from the tray, which creates a soft white noise in whatever room you put this in.

— SUMMARY —
I happened to get this during a sale, which made it worth it to me. This is a wonderful idea well-executed (this is version 2.0 of the product, btw). You get to take care of a low-maintenance fish, grow food you can eat on a weekly basis, and beautify your home. Recommended.
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I was worried about trying this product with some of the reviews, but decided to give it a chance. I am so pleased! The water was a bit merky for a couple of days but then it just cleared up and has stayed crystal clear! No mold or algae problems. I dont have to do a partial water change more than every few weeks. The plants have grown well with no muck like some have described. A couple of suggestions when first setting up the tank wait a little while maybe overnight to start the pump...this pump is small and can easily suck up sediment which may make it not work properly or even burn up the motor. Give it time to settle. Use a heater to keep the temps stabilized. My betta named Bubbles is so happy! Only feed betta 2-4 pellets 2 x a day and only 6 days a week. Overfeeding will kill them! Dont overcrowd tank. Use a few live plants. Do not water seeds from the top. I am a bit curious about people saying they would not eat the things they grow....planted gardens have more worms, snails, etc. In it so what is the difference? Just curious. Wash it good and Eat Up! I am excited to try herbs next. Thank you Back to Roots for a great product!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful product!
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Reviewed in Canada on February 12, 2019
Had the aquarium for just over a month, and love it! Have cleaned it once - and it didn’t really need it. Bought a little heater - since we live in Canada and keep our house cool - and seem to have a happy beta fish. The YouTube videos from Back To The Roots have been very helpful. Aquarium looks great in our room, and our kids love it. It’s been a great conversation piece at parties we’ve hosted too.
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