eco eggs® KIDS GROW KIT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Setup Questions
How do I expand my soil puck?
How do I get my eco eggs® to stand up straight while they grow?
Growth and Care Questions
How much water should I be adding to my plants?
How much light do my plants need to grow?
Do I need to add fertilizer to my plants?
How can I tell my plants are ready to transplant?
How do I add my plants to the garden?
Component-related Questions
What is the soil puck made of and how do you get it so small?
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Setup Questions
How do I expand my soil puck?
- Place your soil puck into a separate bowl and add 1 Tbsp of warm water. Let it stand for 30 seconds as it absorbs water and expands. If you notice dry or unexpanded parts, add more water in 1 Tsp increments until everything is moist and expanded.
How do I get my eco eggs® to stand up straight while they grow?
- Each of your eco eggs has a dimple on its bottom half that can be used as a flat surface for it to stand upright.
- One fun activity we suggest is to make a small stand for your eco eggs out of - you guessed it - an egg carton from the grocery store!
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Growth and Care Questions
How much water should I be adding to my plants?
How much water you add to your plants depends on what point in the grow cycle you’re at:
- While your seeds are germinating, keep the soil moist by adding 1 Tablespoons of water whenever you start to see the soil dry out (it will get lighter in color). Keep your eggs covered to help the soil retain moisture while you wait for seeds to sprout.
- After your seedlings have sprouted, uncover your eggs and continue to add 1-2 Tablespoons of water as you see the soil begin to dry. This should be just enough water to saturate the soil, but if you see unabsorbed water in your eggs make sure to gently tip them to drain out excess moisture.
- Still unsure if your soil needs water? Use your finger to poke around the soil surface, and if the top is dry to the touch go ahead and add water.
How much light do my plants need to grow?
- After your seedlings have sprouted, they should receive 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. A south-facing window in your home is a great location for this.
Do I need to add fertilizer to my plants?
- While your plants are growing in their egg containers, they will not need any added nutrients. Simply add water as directed and your seedlings will have all they need to start growing! After transplanting into your garden, your plants will most likely need a nutrient boost - ask a pro at your local lawn and garden center which fertilizer they recommend for your plants.
How can I tell my plants are ready to transplant?
- When your plants sprout their second set of leaves, you’re ready to transplant them into your garden! Usually this happens right around 10-14 days after planting.
How do I add my plants to the garden?
- When your plants are ready to add to the garden, follow these simple steps:
- Add water to your seedlings, as well as to the spot in the garden where you’ll be planting.
- Dig a small hole slightly wider and deeper than the eco egg grow container.
- Gently lift your seedlings out of the egg bottoms by the bases of their stems, and place them into their designated holes.
- Fill the holes in with soil and gently pat down to firm the soil. Carefully add a bit more water to each seedling to help settle the soil.
Component-related Questions
What is the soil puck made of and how do you get it so small?
- The soil disc is made from 100% organic coconut coir. Coir is the fibrous husk on the outside of coconuts, and it’s one of the most common grow media for gardeners all around the world! These discs are made by compacting coir together as it dries, so it takes up very little space and is very light. When you add water to rehydrate the coconut coir, it expands back to full size!
Have a question that’s not answered here? Reach out to our knowledgeable customer service team and they’ll be happy to help you out!
