Available from these sellers. Back to the Roots There is a newer version of this item: Back to the Roots Water Garden Fish Tank, Premium Back to the Roots is on a mission to Undo Food. In a college class, we learned mushrooms could grow entirely on spent coffee grounds. After watching hours of how-to videos and turning our fraternity kitchen into a big science experiment, we eventually decided to give up our corporate job offers to instead become full-time mushroom farmers. What started as curiosity about urban farming has turned into a passion to Undo Food and reconnect families back to where it comes from. This 3-gallon fish tank is a closed-loop, self-cleaning ecosystem. Using the science of aquaponics, the fish waste naturally fertilizes the plants above and, in turn, the plants clean the water for the fish. Great for small pet fish and growing fresh, organic herbs. The Water Garden includes: *Fish tank and gravel *Organic seeds and grow stones *Natural fertilizer *Coupon for a Betta fish *Fish food *Silent, submersible water pump Designed and manufactured in the USA ""Fresh herbs and lettuces with no watering or fertilizing, plus a pet fish?

Fish produce ammonia-rich waste which can become toxic for your fish if allowed to accumulate. 2. Beneficial bacteria in your Water Garden converts the ammonia into nitrates. These naturally occurring bacteria grow really well in your plant pots. 3. Nitrates are amazing food for plants! As the plants continuously uptake the nitrates as nutrients for growth, they are also cleaning the water for your fish. Aquaponics is a closed-loop, sustainable farming method that combines traditional aquaculture (raising aquatic animals) and hydroponics (growing plants without soil). It uses 90% less water than traditional farming. *Aquaponic farming goes as far back as Mesopotamia (Mesopotamians are also known for farming the world's first cereal crops) *Aquatic plants and aerators are typically added to aquaponics system to increase oxygen and reduce algae build up. /education Tag a photo of your #WaterGarden on Instagram or Facebook, and you could win one for a classroom of your choice through our monthly giveaway!

Describe your product in 3 words. How did you come up with the idea for this product? Aquaponics is an ancient form of farming and there were aquaponics kits on the market before our Water Garden. They all seem to be large, expensive and poorly designed. We worked with experts, designers and our community to make this awesome technology fun! What makes your product special? The Water Garden is a closed-loop ecosystem that grows food. All you need to do is feed your fish! It also includes everything you need to get started, including a coupon for your pet Betta. Plus, each time you tag a photo of your #WaterGarden on Instagram or Facebook, and you could win one for a classroom of your choice through our monthly giveaway! What has been the best part of your startup experience? It’s really simple - we do what we love with people we love each day! It's been a wild journey - since starting this company in college and going from investment banking/consulting to full-time urban mushroom farming - but we feel so fortunate to be able to work every day towards a mission we love and are so passionate about.

We think there is false divide in business - of "not for profits" or "for profit companies" - they should all just be "for purpose"! BrandBack to the Roots Product Dimensions13.3 x 9.4 x 13.3 inches Special FeaturesAdjustable Cutting Length #1,011 in Amazon Launchpad (See top 100) in Pet Supplies > Fish & Aquatic Pets > Aquariums & Fish Bowls > Starter Kits in Amazon Launchpad > House > Pet Supplies Domestic Shipping Item can be shipped within U.S.cheap fish tank sale This item is not eligible for international shipping. buy self sustaining fish tank Shipping Advisory:This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. buy dream aquarium screensaver

Additional shipping charges will not apply. Date First AvailableMay 4, 2013 Would you like to tell us about a lower price? If you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates to the product page? 5 star37%4 star13%3 star13%2 star14%1 star23%See all verified purchase reviewsTop Customer ReviewsPerfect product with the right fish and plants Cool Fish Tank, Not Herb Garden I loved this thing... A month and a half later, not so much. See and discover other items: aquaponic tanks, betta supplies, aquaponic filter, fresh and clean, fish cooking Meet the new Water Garden — a self-cleaning fish tank that grows organic sprouts and herbs. In this low-maintenance, mini aquaponics ecosystem, the fish feed the plants and plants clean the water — no water changes required! Perfect as a hands-on family or classroom project, or a unique gift for the pet or gardening enthusiast in your life. Beautifully redesigned 3-gallon fish tank features:

Interactive aquaponics curriculum — download here! Includes everything you need to get started: Fish tank and gravel Organic seeds and grow stones Coupon for a Betta fish Silent, submersible water pump Designed and manufactured in the USA This closed-loop ecosystem is powered by aquaponics — the combination of aquaculture (or fish farming), with hydroponics (or growing plants in nutrient-rich water). Here's how the self-cleaning cycle works: Your fish produces nutrient-rich waste. In regular aquariums the nutrient-rich waste builds up and becomes harmful to your fish. In this Water Garden, the plants are continually taking up these nutrients as food to grow. The clean filtered water drops back down to your fish, and the cycle continues! GROW ONE, GIVE ONE Tag a photo of your #WaterGarden on Instagram or Facebook, and you could win one for a classroom of your choice through our monthly giveaway! Ready to grow cans make it fun and easy to harvest organic herbs right from your windowsill—just plant, water & grow!