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Forget flimsy, throw-away bags that dry out quickly. Our better quality upside-down tomato planter creates a healthy, stress-free environment for terrific results. Even if you have a regular garden, you’ll find — as we did — that this revolutionary growing system is a fun way to get a picture-perfect harvest of delicious, homegrown tomatoes. For a limited time, buy 1 and get 1 free! That's a savings of 50%!!
Our Gardener's Revolution® Planter has a unique top-down watering system that delivers the right amount of moisture to the soil. The new, woven-poly liner opens with a zipper for planting, then zips shut — you won't injure the plant trying to push it through a hole. The liner is also air-permeable to aerate roots and prevent heat build-up. An improved, two-part powder-coated steel cage encloses the liner, and the planter hangs from our unique swivel hook that makes it a breeze to turn your plant. This is the upside-down planter that really works!
- Buy 1, Get 1 Free
- New and improved model for 2010
- NEW breathable, zippered liner for easy planting
- NEW reusable, 2-part steel cage
- Includes planting tips from our own test gardens
- Have fresh, homegrown tomatoes at your fingertips
- No weeds, no pests, no cages and now easier to plant!
- Revolution Planter also grows peppers, cucumbers and eggplants
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- Does not include soil — we recommend and
- The , sold separately, is an ideal support
- Take the guesswork out of watering with the , sold separately
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Troy, NY on 6/7/2011
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I am using this first time for tomatoes as my vegetable garden is too shady for sun loving plants. Sturdy, quality product. I anticipate success for many RED tomatoes this year.
from South Lyon, MI on 6/6/2011
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I have 4 of these close to my house so I can run out and pick a tomato or 2 for quick use since the garden is a ways away. Best used for cherry or roma tomatoes.
from Niles, MI on 6/5/2011
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Much easier to plant then the first version.
from Beavercreek, OH on 6/4/2011
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I started with one Revolution Planter a few years back and now add at least two each year. I compared to the Topsy Turvy, but the Topsy Turvy doesn't match up for holding capacity and reuse.
from Lake Mary FL on 6/3/2011
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There is no comparison between this product and hangers sold in retail stores. The water reservoir is a major plus because it prevents the water from washing over the plants.
from cherry hill,nj on 6/1/2011
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I was excited to get this product but was confused when the directions came. First off, I orders 4 of then but was given one set of directions. This would be fine but they changed the watering system and sent directions from the previous model.
from Corning, NY on 6/1/2011
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This is our first year using these planters. At a buy one/get one offer, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to try them. We grow many varieties of tomatoes along sturdy wooden frames with cross bars, so my husband was able to hang 4 planters on these bars. They went together easily and, although heavy when filled with soil, we were able to work together to get them hung. So far, our tomatoes look great. We've had so much rain here that we haven't had to water. I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 as I'll have to see how the product holds out for the entire growing season.
from MidWest on 5/31/2011
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I like the design of these better because they were easier to fill with soil & less likely chance to damage the plant when putting it is. I gave it 4 stars only because I just received them & I havn't seen how they work yet :)
from Barkhamsted, CT on 5/27/2011
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Built like a tank, mostly. The only questionable part is the clips that hold the cage together, otherwise, this thing is overbuilt, clearly. Holds more medium than a topsy-turvy type, and the self watering mechanism is quite nice. So far, my Roma is doing fine in it. It was easy to fill and it's all going according to plan. We'll see how she holds up towards the end of the season when it's full of tomatos, though..
from Mount Joy PA on 5/27/2011
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These hanging baskets are really effective for fast tomato production. The first one I planted is already ahead of those planted in the ground. This is my first year to use them but so far they are impressing me.
from Hickory Creek, TX on 5/26/2011
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Much better than the average upside down planters available at local home improvement stores. Wish I had purchased more.
from Rockaway NJ on 5/26/2011
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I ordered 4 sacs. After planting the second plant, I understood how cleverly the holder was constructed. You have to follow the instructions and then you appreciate what a great product this is. The filled container is a bit heavy, but I do not have far to carry it to its final hanging spot on the deck.
from Stonington CT on 5/25/2011
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I had the earlier version of these planters and think the zippered bag and opening cage are a big improvement. One problem is that the hook slots on the bags do not line up correctly with the hook areas on cage -- I used twist ties so the bag was fully open at top instead of being stretched and baggy.
from Waynesboro PA on 5/25/2011
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PErfect product. Would recommend to anyone
from Montana on 5/24/2011
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The buttonholes where you attach thefabric to the metal cage are not in the right places or spaced correctly. Also, the unit only comes with one capillary strip and it is sewn in place, but the directions tell you to soak it separately and add it yourself. The directions also indicate that the package has extra capillary strips, mine did not. The directions were very hard to follow. For some reason my shipment came with 2 extra items, self watering conversion kits. These won't even work with the planter.
from Annandale, VA on 5/24/2011
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I had to cut pieces of wire to hold this think together during assembly. The instructions, especially the pictures, were very difficult to follow. My frustration level was extremely high. The watering bag is flimsy and will not hold it shape. Metal or hard p[lastic construction would have been much better. This is my worst buy from you over the years. I think that I will stick with the things that I know from here out.
from New Kent, VA on 5/23/2011
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This is my second season using Revolution planters. With the new water reservoir, with the watering straps attached and in place, makes for easier assembly and use.
from Rock Tavern NY on 5/23/2011
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built to last easy set up
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from Southern California on 5/20/2011
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Read the directions... at first I had a problem getting the bag to align in the basket, but after rotating the bag all was ok. Once you have the plant, soil, and water in, it gets very heavy. Take a little while to from start to finish, but worth it.
Hanging Tomato Plant
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from Leavenworth KS on 5/19/2011
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No assembly instructions were included, had to go online to print them out. Easy to assemble once we had them! Anxious to see how they work out over the course of the growing season.
from stanwood, wa on 5/18/2011
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very impressed by the quality. 5 times the unit compared to the "as seen on tv model" and can be reused too!
from VA on 5/17/2011
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It's impossible to line up the button holes at the top of the bag with the hook supports AND have the zipper line up with the opening in the cage.
Otherwise it's very well built. But before next use I'll have to drag out the sewing machine and add button holes in the RIGHT places.
from OREGON on 5/17/2011
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I LIKE THE LOOK AND THE EASE OF PUTTING IT TOGETHER. HOWEVER, YOU NEED AND EXTREMELY STURDY HANGER AS ONCE IT'S FILLED WITH SOIL IT BECOMES A DEAD WEIGHT.
from miamisburg, Ohio on 5/17/2011
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This is the second time I have rdered these. I like them. They do tend to teat after a few years of use.
from Heath Ohio on 5/17/2011
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With this product I get so many tomatoes it is unbelievalbe. I get 50 to 60 tomatoes from 2 plants. I have used this product of for the last 3 years. It keeps my plants safe from the deer and the tomato plants love to hang upside down.
from Seymour, CT on 5/16/2011
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Really nice quality! Well worth the two for one special for sure!
from Manhattan Beach on 5/16/2011
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Super sturdy construction, good for many years' use. Great for patios and balconies. Doesn't drip!
from Maynard, MA on 5/16/2011
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I took off one star because it takes two people to assemble and hang these and it is not easy to line up the bag correctly with the correct hook placements. But it works great for growing though and they improved the water tray by attaching the capillary strips right to it. Make great gifts too.
from Morganton, NC on 5/16/2011
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I am hopeful that the tomatoes will grow. So far they have not grown much. Very difficult to find a place that will support them that the wind cannot blow down. They still get sun, water and a lot of swaying. The holders on the upright support that I bought broke off and they spilled out again. However, the tomatoes were not ruined and I hung them on the fence. Not quite 4 feet off the ground but close. It will be great if they grow. PS: I put some plants in the ground so I can compare later. So far they are about the same except they have not blown down.
from marlette, mi on 5/15/2011
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love it! it frees up my limited garden space for other things. WOULD LIKE TO BUY JUST THE BAG AS IT WEARS OUT BUT THE BASKET DOES NOT NEED REPLACING!
from Dover NH on 5/15/2011
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Someone had given me their "upside down" planter as they had no success. I did have some success with them, but, the material ripped easily after a season's worth of weathering.
from Indialantic, Florida on 5/14/2011
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I have formerly used another product mostly advertised on tv, and it has deteriorated in just one growing season. The product from Gardener's is very well built and the container is much stronger than the other one. I am very happy with the product. I bought 4!
from Custer, SD on 5/14/2011
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I use for tomatoes..really works!!
from MA on 5/14/2011
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the cage is great and the canvas soil container is the best.
from HAVERHILL,MASS. on 5/14/2011
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I LIVE IN A ONE BEDROOM CONDO AND NO PLACE FOR A GARDEN.I PUT PLANTER OUT SIDE BEDROOM WINDOW FACING SOUTH,GREAT SPOT. OPEN WINDOW TO WATER AND PICK A TOMATO. I GAVE MY SISTER-IN-LAW ONE,SHE LOVES IT.
from Conyers, GA on 5/14/2011
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My vines took right off. They were flowering in 4 days!
from Plano Tx on 5/14/2011
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Very well made, Keeps plants watered,Can change location with the season.
from Winchester IN on 5/14/2011
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I use this for different varieties of tomatoes. It is sturdy and the design makes it easy to load the plants.
from Holly Hill, Florida on 5/13/2011
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Here in Florida we have a problem with algae. If the water reservoirs are not covered, the algae will completely clog up the strips and water container.
from Lake Oswego, Oregon on 5/13/2011
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I bought this product for my son and daughter in law who live in an apartment and still wanted fresh tomatoes. It was easy to plant and has been good and strong. I ended up adding one to my own yard because it worked so well and looked great too.
from Philadelphia PA on 5/13/2011
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Easy to assemble and set-up. Originally had a problem because the water was draining out the bottom and I needed to refill daily. I called customer service, they recommended I change the dirt to the moisture control and that made all the difference -- works great and I am thrilled!
from New Jersey on 5/13/2011
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This tomato planter is made very well. I like that the bag is supported by a cage.
Mine hangs from a pole in the yard, and the only drawback is that I need a ladder to add water. Other than that I am looking forward to some great tomatoes this year.
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from Oregon on 5/13/2011
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The metal that holds the container is cheap, they do not even match in size.
The Clips are also cheap plastic that break easy. I planted my tomato's in the containers, I doubt if the watering system with them will work either. Disappointed.
Would send back but not worth the postage.
from Tulsa, OK on 5/13/2011
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Went together easily. A bit tricky getting the dirt and plant into it and then zipping up. Plants look like they're dying but that is more likely attributable to my horticultural skills.
from fontana, ca on 5/13/2011
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it does not get any easyer than that,works great on tomatoes and lots of other veggies
from Seattle, Washington on 5/13/2011
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The starts don't get mangled when you try and put them thru the tiny little holes in the "other" grow bags and these can reused time and time again.
from Midwest City.OK on 5/13/2011
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Assembly was easy, tomato grew more quickly than those in the ground,grew two tomatoes in one hanger.
from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on 5/12/2011
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When I finished planting the tomato in the hanging basket it was so heavy! None of my iron hooks would hold it up, so I resorted to a tree branch!
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I bought two last season, on sale, and two again, this year, also on sale.
Do not pay full price for these planters.
I expected the weight, that's not a problem. Filled them half way, hung them, finished filling them from the ladder.
They are attractive when assembled.
They are much, much more plant-friendly. No smashing the seedlings trying to get them through the ports like with the plastic ones.
Once assembled, they seem rugged enough.
They are difficult to put together. The button holes don't want to line up for the hooks, had to cut a new one in each of the four planters. assembly was an exercise in frustration.
I won't be using the resevoirs, will water them the old fashioned way...with a hose. Seriously, how are two little cappilary strips supposed to keep thirsty tomatoes properly watered?
Overall...I'll use them this year, possibly next, if they don't rot out. If they do, I won't replace them. The assembly woes outweigh the possible benefits.
from Vancouver Washington USA on 5/5/2011
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I don't understand the negative comments or bad ratings. I started using the Revolution Planter when I had JUST started out gardening... and had great success. You don't even have to do anything, but plant your tomato and water... that's truly it. I've had no problems with the basket holding the weight (though you do have to be smart enough to install a hook that can hold the weight of a moist basket of soil and a large plant). My plants are always gorgeous, and the tomotoes too. I will only use this planter.
from Zone 5 on 5/4/2011
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The negative reviews are correct. The fabric literally rotted away after one season, and you cannot keep the earth moist. The wicking system doesn't work. The cheesier-looking ones work much better.
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
from Waltham, MA on 5/4/2011
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I tried the Revolution Planters for the first time last year mostly to avoid a troublesome groundhog. I built a trellis out of PVC pipe and hung 4 planters. I grew Summer squash, Pole green beans, Cucumbers and Eggplant. I had really good luck with the Cucumbers and the Eggplant. The planters are very heavy when full but to avoid that I will only fill half full before hanging this year. I don't think the sleeve is meant to last more than a year or two. All in all a great product.
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[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
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Very pleased with overall construction. Wicks lost ability to transfer water, but drilling a small hole in resevour fixed the water problem. Bags rotted out after two years, even though I cleaned them out and hung them inside my garage for the winter. Would like to see replacement bags made available by themselves. Much better than the plastic ones!
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Even though I am ordering 2 more of the inserts this year, I feel that I have to in order to get my money's worth out of the product. I have invested in the system, and feel that I need to follow through with it. I am also going to try the newer system this year. The Deluxe Revolution Planter that is in the Outlet Savers part. But this one is defintely not worth the price that it cost to keep it up.
from Maryland on 4/25/2011
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I purchased these instead of the less expensive ones that are made with plastic. The assembly was easy, but it is helpful to have two people for the planting as once filled with dirt they are heavy. I planted an heirloom variety in one bag and a cherry tomato in the other and we ate fresh tomatoes all season! The wells hold a nice amount of water but if the bag is in full sun it will need to be filled daily. Also, I saw on several occasions birds drinking and bathing in the wells so that could explain the loss of water too! (But I was ok with that!) I've given a set to my mom since I loved these so much!
from GC VA on 4/24/2011
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Grew more tomatoes that we could use last season, actually had two of the TV plastic type and two of these and these were the most successful. During hot weather you did have to water more frequently but all in all we truly enjoyed using them. We took down, removed dirt and cleaned after the season and will use again this year. No rotting if taken care of.....Best with smaller variety of tomatoes.
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from SPRINGFIELD PA on 4/23/2011
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THE ZIPPER TORE OUT ON FIRST USE. IT IS SO HEAVY ONCE PUT TOGETHER AND SET UP YOU HAVE A VERY HARD TIME TRYING TO GET SOMETHING TO HANG IT ON THAT WILL SUPPORT THE WEIGHT. I BOUGHT THIS AT FULL PRICE AND IT IS NOT WORTH THE BUY ONE GET ONE FREE
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from Essex, MA on 4/13/2011
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These look good, are easy to assemble and appeared to be rugged
Unfortunately I only got 2 yrs of use out of them then the fabric rotted
If you have no space, try them otherwise plant the old fashion way... in the ground
from Hartford, CT on 4/13/2011
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I was looking forward to using this product but found some negatives right at the start. Once you filled it with soil, it was incredibly heavy! I followed all the directions for watering, but found that it dried out, despite the water reservoir being filled and with fresh wicks. Very dissappointed and definately now worth the money!! Oh, and poor yield!