Works Well
The Aero Grow bulb works well. I only gave it 4 stars because I'm waiting to see how long before in needs replacing.

Review of Grow Bulbs
This is the second order of these AeroGarden replacement grow bulbs. The first two have now been use for about a month and are performing well. The current order (two bulbs) is being held in 'backup.'

Required for Aerogarden
This product deserves high marks because it works well at bringing herbs up fast and tasty!
The bulbs are expensive, but so is the Aerogarden.
Easy to use and instructions are clear to understand.
Thanks!

Bulbs Don't Fit Hood - Poor Design
I've had the AeroGarden for about 8 months and the bulbs often flicker. I tried tightening but they never seem secure. Eventually, one of the bulbs fell out and smashed onto the floor, leaving glass everywhere. Even the replacement Bulbs I purchased from Amazon seemed to slowly work their way out.

I contacted AeroGarden directly and they suggested to push the pins together to get the bulbs to stay socket and make better electrical contact.

When that didn't work, they even sent me a new hood, explaining that they have had reports of this issue with older hoods that were not manufactured well (likely China, I suppose). Anyway, it was great they made that offer, but the replacement hood was just as bad, and the lights started flickering right away. I think the hood / bulb socket is a *very* poor design.

Replacement Bulbs
These were ordered as part of my dad's areogarden Xmas gift. Although he does not need them at this time, they seem simple enough to replace and arrived in good condition.