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This is a well thought out unit. The Styrofoam insert tends to float if you fill the reservoir too high but it works great for maintaining an even soil temperature if you use a heat mat. This unit is made of durable material for it's intended use.

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The cover keeps the humidity perfect for starting seeds. Once they are well started, they are easy to remove with the tool provided. The tray and mat make it easy to provide just the right amount of water. I generally have a plant starting success rate of better then 75%.

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I have used APS systems for at least 15 years. I just replaced the first ones I bought this year. I have had great success starting seeds. I start vegetable and flower seeds. Something has changed with these those and they seem to hold more water in the soil then in the past. Too moist. I believe its the matting. A germinating mix in these is a must.

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This seed starting system is the best. I have tried others and these last for years

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the plants all came up and are real leggy. not sure what we did wrong.

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using for years but you cannot order the styrofoam parts individually so I am now stuck with extra base/lid.

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When the lights on my grow stand are at the highest position the black tray warped from the heat of the light below it. For[$] I expect a product that is less vunerable to heat. Even the cheap Jiffy trays from [...] don't warp like this.

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This was easy to set up. The watering opening is a tad small, you just have to be precise.

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Easy to use for starting plants, very well constructed and can be used for many years. Waters from bottom so minimal problem with dampoff of plants

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This APS is not only easy to use it gives you great result. I have used many different seed starting products in my 35 years of gardening and I highly recommend using the APS system, especially if you are new to gardening, its that good! The only negative is the trays are light weight and will not hold up to extend rough handling. Replacement parts are affordable and easy to order.

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Easy to use, a no-brainer. Together with Gardiner's Supply's grow light tiers, an unbeatable combination. 'Wish I had them last year.

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I'm a lazy, therefore inconsistent, waterer. The reservoir feature keeps me honest and is sure to give my seedlings the attention they require and deserve. A friend has used hers for several years now and I finally got the hint. I'll continue to add more of these to my propagation program every year.

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Insulated polystyrene planting cups are great for those of us who must rely on windowsills for sprouting. Be careful to fill entire tray with seeds that will want to be transplanted at the same time, though, because removing a subset of the cells breaks the capillary action for the remaining cells.

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I gave the APS 24 to a beginning gardening for growing greens in her office windowsill in NYC along with a packages of radish and nasturtiums seeds. In only a week she reports the seedlings are emerging. I have been using the product for years and have about 10 of them going in my greenhouse right now. I never lose a seedling to damping off because of the watering from the bottom. As you can tell, I am a fan.

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Excellent germination and plant development.

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best seed starter on the market

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I just love my APS 24. I have 8 that are 5+ years old and just ordered another 4. Not to replace them but because I ordered the grow light station and have more room for them.
This system holds a lot of water which helps out a lot if you work long hours. I have broken a few chunks of styrofoam out of three of them but it was more my fault as I didn't grab the bottom of the tray...I more grabbed the styrofoam and pulled it towards me instead. I've learned not to do that. When not in use they stack great in the closet. A great gift for the hard to buy for gardener.

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I start all of my own plants and my success with this system is good.
My only problem is that the styrofoam trays break easily after being wet and full of soil.
The plants are easy to remove and come out of the trays clean.
I would recommend this system to anyone,but would warn them to handle gently if they are going to reuse.

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I bought one for my dad and brother-in-law this past Christmas and they raved about them, so I bought one for myself. Everything I planted did really well.

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Loved the water absorption mat. The water tray is large enough that when I returned from a 10 day trip, my plants still had water. Good size and easy to refill with water. The tray support makes pushing the plants out of the growth tray easy by just turning it upside down and pushing out the plants from the bottom. Great product. I will give them to family as gifts.

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This is an easy, convenient system, but wish they would use a less toxic, recyclable material other than Styrofoam. #6 PS: Styrene can leach from polystyrene and is toxic to the brain and nervous system. It also has been found to affect red blood cells, liver, kid­neys and stomach in animal studies. It is hard to recycle. So why would we want this material touching our edible plants??

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I've used the APS 24 for years and have had great success starting seeds. The one and only negative is the styrofoam cells break down over time and cannot be replaced, unlike all the other components of the APS. The only way to acquire new cells is to buy the entire system, which is a waste as the other components are in good condition.

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not every seed sprouted but I used old seed. I don't think it was the planter itself. I loved the watering system.

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I love the APS system! I bought some for my dad this year and he loves them. My seeds germinate much sooner!

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Great for starting plants with less worry about watering than other products ... Takes the fuss out of seed starting.

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Works as advertised. This device does for seed starting what washing machines have done for laundry. Load it and leave. Works like a charm.

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Overall a good quality product that can be used over and over each year. I have had some of mine for over 4 years and they are still going strong. Excellent for starting all types of seeds especially hard to grow hot pepper seeds.

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This is by far the best seed starting system ever. I have four APS 24 and love them. I start my seeds in them and place them under grow lights. Every seed comes up early, marigolds came up in two days.

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I've used various forms of the APS over the last three to four years at least once if not twice a year. A lot of the other reviews tell you everything you need to know, except for one thing. For people like me, who hate having to spend time cleaning but grudgingly sterilize b/c of damping off, cleaning the APS's is a bit of a pain. Lots of cells to get the dirt out of. And b/c it's styrofoam, there are little crevasses everywhere for dirt and algae to get into. I have to sterilize these guys in my tub in w/ bleach in order to make the whole cleaning process go faster. I've got about seven. Though the plastic parts are easy to clean. Makes me want to try those new plastic seed-starting, self-watering systems.

But other than that, great product. You quickly learn to only hold the styrofoam underneath and not the edges when it's loaded down with dirt and water; otherwise, it will crack. Other than this, I'm not very gentle with them and they've been holding up nicely. Thick styrofoam.

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I'm using this to starting my garden & flower seeds!

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When I opened the package I was a little disappointed that the plant sites were made out of styrofoam and the reservoir was pretty flimsy. However, this product works great. The wicking mat provides perfect water to air ratio. My seedlings are very healthy!

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I put the APS trays under lights for starting seedlings and growing herbs and greens. I never lose seedlings to damping off or drying out in the APS. They are great for getting perennials and vegetables started, too.

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I love your self watering planters. They work so well to get plants started from seed and to move into larger ones as the plants grow. Easy to transplant into the garden. I haven't tried the Germinating Mix yet, but I am sure it works as good as everything else I have purchased from you.

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Have used APS for starting seedlings for years and years (15 at least). Finally had to order replacements and took a close look at others on the market. Saw nothing to compare and did not hesitate to order my new APS trays. My tomato seeds have sprouted and are growing in their new homes as I type. Terrific product! The only seeds I would not use it for are seeds such as zinnias which do not like to be continually moist. Plants that like moisture, such as tomatoes, do extremely well in APS.

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These are especially good for beginners. I like the compact size and the all-in-one design. The cell part, however, is flimsy and not replaceable as other parts of the unit are. I had to buy all new units this year because the cell pieces had fallen apart.

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I start seeds indoors in January and February. This system works very well....self watering....I use with a heat mat and grow lights. Have used for multiple years with success and satisfaction. Continue to purchase more as seed starting expands

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Worked great seeds sprouted quickly, were easy to remove and transplant. Must remember to turn or the roots will stick to mat.

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This is by far the best product to use when seed starting. I've tried the "others" but I don't get the results I get with APS. I get stronger, healther plants - use the germinating mix with it and you can't go wrong. The ONLY bad thing is that you can't get the styrofoam replacement parts~!

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I use this product to start all my difficult to germinate seeds.
Can get my plants started inside before the weather is settled outside.

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Have used this product for years with good success in germinating seeds. I use it in conjunction with a Gardener's Supply grow light. The only downside is that the styrofoam construction is somewhat fragile and the "clear" plastic hood seems to discolor over time. All in all, a good product.

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I USE THESE WITH THE 3 TIERED GROW LIGHT STAND. I FILL ALL 3 SHELVES WITH THESE. I START IN MID MAY AS I HAVE DONE FOR 2 YEARS NOW. THE WEATHER IS NOT SO ADJUSTABLE AS THE STAND IS. I OFTEN HAVE TO START MORE SEEDS AFTER THE FIRST BATCH IS ALREADY PLANTED. WE OFTEN GET FROST BEGINNING OF JUNE IN SAYLORSBURG PA. EVERYTHING ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PRODUCT WORKS GREAT. I WISH I HAD ANOTHER 3 TIERED STAND. I WOULD FILL IT WITH APS.

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Great kit for starting seeds, I get one every year!

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I ordered two of these 24-pod systems. To do a test, I filled one with herb seeds, and filled some "other" containers with the same seeds which I dutifully watered every day. The APS system seeds sprouted a full five days before the others. I am hooked. Just ordered two 12-pod systems for my tomatoes and peppers. :)

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I wish the water basin was just a touch bit wider or had a water intake lip to make adding more water a bit easier once you have your seedlings started.

However, I did find that an oil drizzle dispenser worked wonderful for this, as the nozzle is small enough to fit in between the bottom tray and support system. Also, a plastic squeeze bottle (like those for ketchup, etc.) would work just as well.

Overall...I'm ready for more of these items.

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It works well in that I don't have to worry about going away for the weekend for plants that need daily watering. Aside from that the plants seem to love it and I have never had plants grow so well. The combination of the self watering soil and the planters keeps the roots at the perfect moisture and pH levels. The APS 6 is the same, but I just use 6 regular pots because the 6 combined pots are difficult to transplant individually. I have also used just the mat, stand and reservoir for three 1 Gal containers and that works great as well. Great product overall!

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I've been using these APS for years and totally love them. They're super-duper great for those little tiny seeds that you just sprinkle on the surface because you can then put them in full sun and they'll stay watered and get enough light to both germinate quickly and then not get leggy.

I also love how I can plant my seeds and just not think about them until they're big enough to plant out. The sun warms the soil during the day and the styrofoam keeps them warm-ish all night. Just need to make sure the reservoir is full, which is only a once a week task.

I've had three that I've used innumerable times over the past 7 years so this is definitely an investment that's worth it!

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set it up and you can forget about it for a week at a time. Or look and admire the seeds grwoing.

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These absolutely work! In every attempt, nearly every seed sprouted (I started way too many seeds thinking some wouldn't). The watering system keeps things evenly moist and I've read that watering from the bottom encourages the roots to grow strong.

Be careful trying to add heat (germination/heating pad). Tyring to bring the heat up for pepper seedlings, I let the water reservoir go empty on one (my fault) and the plastic actually warped. Also, I left the clear lid on too long and killed off some seedlings from damping off.

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I started all of my garden plants in this, this year. They all grew and transplanted perfectly. What I love is I can reuse it next year.

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The seed starter box is in constant use from late winter to early spring. I could not start my seeds without it plus it means I can get an early start. One of the best features is that it is self-watering so if I have to go away for a few days I know that my starts won't dry out.
THANks for such a great product!!!

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I've used the APS system, along with different types for many years. I recently added a few more APS vs. purchasing others. APS is the easiest of all to assemble and use and totally self-sufficient once employed. Just keep the reservoir watered. I prefer the 2" x 2" size as the smaller sometimes becomes so crowded with roots in the capillary mats that it is difficult to untangle. This system conserves space in my greenhouse and are tidy and efficient to use. My APS systems have been in use for over 20 years. The replacement parts, such as the plastic domes, are a huge plus.

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Though I've been working with flowers and plants for several years, this year is my first attempt at a serious vegetable garden. I like the APS system because the wicking system really works -- the soil stays constantly moist without being too dry or too wet. You just check the reservoir every few days and top it up. Couldn't be easier. On the con side, it seems a little expensive for what it is (mostly plastic and styrofoam), but hopefully it will last a few years. Next time, I would opt for 12-unit over the 24 -- I made the mistake of putting tomato seeds in this one and they quickly outgrew it.

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I am very pleased with my APS system. It didn't seem to take very long for my seeds to sprout.

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This product was VERY easy to set up and use. It truly made starting my seeds very easy. The product is a little flimsy but I thought was a good value for the price. Used along with their recommended soil, my seeds were sprouting in my basement with only a small florescent light, in 5 days! Will always use this and their soil from now on!!

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I've germinated tomatoes, eggplant, daisies, peppers, molucella laevis so far. Seeds that were old germinated well. New seeds had 100% germination rate, which is nice since starting from seed can be pretty time intensive.
Only a few drawbacks - after a season, the foam tends to break, and the plastic will warp in the sun. Would like sturdier systems and wouldn't mind paying more once than having to keep buying more.

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The seeds grow much better in this station than in the traditional plastic seedling trays. I only have to fill it usually once per week. It keeps the cells to just the right moisture level on a consistent basis. I wish I bought this instead of my other trays. The foam is a bit flimsy but it works well to insulate the plants. And it could last for a very long time if you treat it well. You need to read the instructions carefully to put it together correctly.

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Love being able to get a head start with plants. Very easy to use.

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What can I say? I always get good results when I start my tomatoes in my APS-24. I wouldn't dream of starting them any other way.

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I have been using the seed starter cells for quite a while. I object to the present lack of a styrofoam base for the water well. The styrofoam base was part of the setup and without it, the flimsy water well shifts and spills onto the floor. I had recommended it to my Master Gardener class with a show and tell and was embarrassed when several notified me of the discrepancy in their order. Where is the replacement item for the sturdy styrofoam frame??

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Need to transplant seedlings when they get bigger, but this is the ideal way to start them!

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Have used these for many years. The Styrofoam is a bit delicate and I broke off the side of one of the cells but the unit is still usable. Some of my units are in their 10th year of use! Great that replacement parts are available. Very easy to use, grow great seedlings, watering a breeze, rare to have any damping off problems.

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I use the APS-24 to start my marigolds and zinnias. Works every time. I never have to worry about my plants even if I leave them for a few days. I can't imagine using anything else for starting seeds.

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The seedlings seem to be growing fine, but something green is growing on the soil. Too wet? I took the cover off when the seeds sprouted several weeks ago, and the green soil appeared after that. I do not know the best way to fix it, or if it's a problem.

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This has been an extremely useful product which I have used for years with various potting mixes and rockwool, the only drawback is, in these difficult economic times, the price is a little high for the
"average joe"...who just wants to start plants for the garden without a major investment.

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This is the best system for seed starting that I have come across.

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versatile;durable; reuseable

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My only comment is to be careful when storing it so you do not break off any pieces.

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unbelieveable at how quickly the seeds germinated

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I love these seed starting systems!!! I use them for starting all my seeds indoors whether vegetable, flower - anything. I use the APS 24 for most all vegetables and flowers, and I use the APS 6 for all of my vining vegetables (cucumbers, squash, melons) since they grow huge root systems so quickly. I also use the wicking mat, reservoir and cover to germinate my peas for early planting. Wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!

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I have used the APS system for many years. It works wonderfully for seed starting--it has never failed to produce timely seedlings. Watering from the bottom up seems to work very well. It saves any disruption of the soil. I have reused them many times. A really great product.

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I have little space in my house to start seeds for my garden and this fits my situation perfectly.

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I've never had great success with starting from seed, but decided to try the APS to see if it brought better luck. As a test I grew some seeds in the APS and some in a "regular" seed growing kit. The seedlings grew faster and heartier in the APS kit. The regular kit seedlings were leggy and thin. Every cell had a plant growing in it with the APS, with the regular kit only about 50% of the seedlings grew. I think the key to success with the APS is the mat and the water gauge (water gauge sold separately). I also recommend the Gardener's Supply Germinating Mix. Buy the APS, you won't be sorry!

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I've had great success starting seeds in the APS 24. I use heat mats under the reservoir which warms the water which in turn warms the soil.

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worked great- used with germinating mix I got 100 % germination of 7 different varieties of heirloom tomatoes seeds. About 4 times as many as with peat pots, two years ago. treat the styrofoam parts carefully and i think they could be reused.

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The APS is a great product, I've been having an occasional problem with the mats wicking water up to the soil. I'm not sure if it is a problem on my end or if the resoviors are a litle smaller these days.

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I plant six trays and grow indoors until time to transfer outside. The only problem I have is that the tomato plants grow so tall I have to take them out of the trays and put them in separate containers.

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I've used the APS system for years to start seeds for my garden. I really like the improved capillary mat. The APS systems (12, 24 40) that I've used and reused over the years have helped me have good strong seedlings for transplanting. I like the fact that I can order replacement parts when needed.

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Overall it's a good product. I can see how it'd be very useful when going out of town, etc. I've been using it for around 4 weeks and found that the capillary mat keeps things a little too wet. It has started to small a little mildewy so I've removed the mat and am watering it manually.

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I have used this system for years for starting seeds indoors and love it. Some of my seed starting kits are 10 years old and still in use.

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The self watering feature works beautifully -- we can leave for up to a week without asking friends to water the seedlings.

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I bought six APS40 and APS24 units in 1989. I am finally replacing an APS24 this year - we've used them every year for 20 years! They have outlasted our refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines. Thanks for an amazingly durable product.

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I have used these starter containers for a couple years and I must say: Fellow the directions and you will have great starter plants.

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We've used this system for several years now and will continue. I like very much that you can order separate components and only wish you had an optional higher greenhouse cover with vent.

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I started my seeds indoors and, with the help of a grow light, they are very happy.

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The water reservoir and wicking mat work well. I fill it once a week, very easy. They have allowed me to start lots of plants with out having to keep checking moisture level, which is great.I would like the base to be a little heavier duty. I have to be careful moving them around, to not damage them, as I hope to be able to keep using them for many years. This size works well, and I would love to also get a related product with 12 cells @ 3" x3" on the same size base. 3" size cells would work better for tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, etc. I know you offer the tray with 6 cells @4"x4", but those cells are too big for most plants and I don't have enough bench space to have only 6 plants per tray. Please consider this.

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The APS system is the best I've found for starting seeds. I tend to forget about things pretty easily, so this system is perfect for me. I can plant my seeds and remember to check on them a week later and everything does just fine! I especially like using the APS system for plants that dislike being transplanted, since I never have to struggle with getting the plant out of its cell. I can get them out easily while barely disturbing their roots.

I like that I can order replacement parts if need be, but everything's sturdy and holding up well even after a year and much time outdoors. The system is attractive when new, but after much use the styrofoam changes color and the capillary mat turns green and brown. I don't care, because it still works the same and after much use I don't expect things to be pretty. Especially with gardening items.

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this unit is so easy to use I don't know why I never seen it before?? I don't have to water every day now, just make sure the bottom of this unit is full & wala you just keep it in direct light & watch your veg's grow... it's very sturdy but light wgt at the same time... give it a try, I know I'll be buying more of them...

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The APS system saves time and space and produces healthy seedlings every time. Will not do without it. I do not have a greenhouse and the APS allows me to start seedlings in the house under lights in a small area without any mess.

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I started my seeds on 2/9 and three days later had sprouts. It was very easy to set up. Compact, which is very important. I like the self watering aspect. I don't have to worry about the soil drying out. Great root system!!

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I had become convinced that I was never going to be able to start seeds, it just never worked for me. I bought the APS system for the 2008 season and everything changed. I had more tomato and pepper plants than I knew what to do with. I was even able to go out of town for a few days and not worry about watering. [...]

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Good design , easy to use and my seedlings are growing well.

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I have used these for years while trying other types. These are the easiest to not only propagate seeds with and grow them to transplant size, but also the easiest to transplant from. Although made out of Styrofoam, I have been able to use the same containers for years. They hold up well. I really can not think of anyway they can be improved on.

I use them with a four bulb florescent fixture that I place between a couple of milk crates. I use cool white bulbs and still get great germination and growth.

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These are great. But the styrofoam of one of them broke off, which surprised me. Nonetheless, I'll continue to use them because they're the best seed starters on the market.

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An excellent seed starter in my cold basement with a heat cable and one warm and one cool flourescent. Well designed, easy to maintain, easy to clean, sturdy and fun, too!

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This is just as good as the other one I commented on

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The APS-24 is very useful in starting cuttings as well as seeds. The greenhouse cover does not allow the cuttings to dry out; however, venting is necessary with some plants to eliminate mold setting in. This can be accomplished with the use of plant labels which raise the covers off the APS unit. Have had 100% success with (48) vinca, about 80% with geraniums. Also trying daisy and begonias.

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WE have found this product to be the best for a small gardening business, the success rate is nearly 100% with the systems.

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My APS are over 10 years old and I still use them every season. I purchased them for a couple friends that were impressed how fast seeds germinate in them.

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I wouldn't start my seeds without this! Easy to use, convenient. Just plant, water and watch them grow.

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Eases the the seed starting task of providing daily water at just the right levels.

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I have six APS flats that I've used for two years. They work great to start seedlings - the plants are healthy with no die-off. You can leave home for a few days and not worry about watering!

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Prior to discovering the APS system, I (re) used "6-packs", that previously contained flower & veggie plants I purchased, to start seedlings. The 6-packs, placed on plates or trays, were scattered throughout my home...dining room table, windowsills, etc. The flimsy 6-packs didn't hold up well to constant rotating and relocating (for example, when I had to use my dining room table). Occasionally I would forget to water the seedlings. Last year I purchased your wonderful SunLite 3-Tier Garden system, which used in conjunction with the APS system, makes it possible for me to grow my own plants in one convenient location.

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I was surprised to find that the material used is styrofoam. Based on the reviews and photos, I was expecting a good quality plastic. I accidentally dropped something on tray and, as you can guess, it's now damaged. It works fine for what it's supposed to but I can't see it lasting a long time.

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I have used APS 24 for years and have been impressed with the strong plants produced. The new mats are even better!

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A great & effcient way to start seeds indoors. In combination with grow lights, my plants grow quickly & suffer little from shock when transplanting to the garden.

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I've used these for 5 years now and they work great

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The APS is the only system I use for starting tomato, pepper, and various flower and herb seed. The seeds start reliably, do not damp off, grow well in the APS 24.

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At first I got a lot of green mold or some such, and not much action, but once i took off the plastic lids I got nearly 100% germination of my heirloom tomato seeds. Far and away the best results i have had starting seedlings indoors. Only downside: though I had hoped to reuse them year after year, the styrofoam eggcrates broke apart from the light handling of moving them in and outside to harden off my seedlings. planned obsolescence? design flaw? cheap material? you decide...

Still the results i got will have me buying them again next year.

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I was pleasantly surprised by the performance of the APS-24. Within just a few days I had seeds beginning to germinate. I experienced about 80% success with starting the seeds. All of the transplants are thriving in my garden.

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I have started seeds under lights with the APS units for several years. These are the best. I travel for business but I never have to worry about my seedlings drying out while I am gone. The units are also easy to cart out to the garden or to the potting area when it's time to transplant the seedlings. And units stack very neatly atop one another for storage.

My only concern is that only some parts of the unit can be purchased separately instead of requiring the purchase of an entire unit. It would be nice to be able to purchase each part of the unit separately on the rare occasion, for example, that I run over a part with my garden tractor!

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Its easy to use, but when the plants outgrow and the garden isn't ready, than what to do? I used some of the cow pods, but than you don't know what to do with them until you can put in garden.