AeroGarden grow lights are high-intensity compact fluorescents of a unique spectrum, and they are not interchangeable with other bulbs. Like all compact fluorescents bulbs, however, intensity degrades over time, and to maintain the full spectrum of light at the high levels required for vigorous plant growth and fruit and flower production, we recommend replacing your grow lights every six months.
Replace my grow lights every 6 months? Really?
Plants love light. That sounds simple, but light quality and quantity both become more critical when growing indoors.
We've perfected AeroGarden grow lights thorugh almost a decade of testing in real-life situations We measured results from thousands of plants to scientifically balance the spectrum of light delivered for both the vegetative (leafing) and fruiting (blossoming) stages of growth. No other grow light we've tested does so much, so well.
But, like all grow lights, ours lose intensity over time. At six months, our lights might look the same to you, but your plants will know they're dimmer. Plants might look spindly. Yields might drop. These changes are gradual, but noticeable if you know what to look for.
Resetting the AeroGarden"Replace Bulbs" Light
NOTE: This is for resetting the grow bulb replacement cycle if the bulbs are being replaced before or after the 6 month timer goes off. If the light is blinking, you only need to press and release the "Reset" button quickly to reset the timer.
To reset the Replace Bulbs light (if replacing Grow Lights before or after they are due):
- Unplug the Aerogarden and replace the bulbs.
- Plug the AeroGarden back in, nd then press and hold the "Lights" button until the LED next to "Replace Bulbs" flashes.
- Release "Lights" and push and quickly release "Reset".
AeroGarden grow lights are guaranteed for six months. If they should malfunction within that time, please call AeroGrow Customer Service at 1-800-476-9669.
If you are waiting for a replacement grow light to arrive, we recommend that you switch the good light to the opposite side once a day so that your plants will receive even light as they grow. Always unplug your AeroGarden before removing or replacing a grow light.
