The Auk Mini Herb Garden Is Still Up to $30 Off (2025) | WIREDSkip to main contentThe Big Interview - December 4Learn MoreMenuSECURITYPOLITICSTHE BIG STORYBUSINESSSCIENCECULTUREREVIEWSMenuAccountAccountNewslettersWhite Elephant GiftsBest KindlesBest OLED TVsSmart Bird FeedersWIRED's Gift GuideDeals DeliveredSecurityPoliticsThe Big StoryBusinessScienceCultureReviewsChevronMoreExpandThe Big InterviewMagazineEventsWIRED InsiderWIRED ConsultingNewslettersPodcastsVideoMerchSearchSearchSign InSign InKat MerckGearDec 3, 2025 5:20 PMThe Auk Mini Herb Garden Is Still Up to $30 OffMissed out on Cyber Monday? Auk Mini’s stylish herb garden makes a great gift, and its discount is still live.Courtesy of AukCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyI test a lot of indoor gardening systems throughout the year, and the midcentury-chic Auk has remained my all-time favorite for herbs. Not only can you plant whatever seeds you want in its coco coir substrate (though it does come with parsley and basil), it takes very little maintenance, requiring only periodic refills of water and nutrients. There's also no app to worry about, or pumps, or pH testing needed. This makes it a perfect no-muss, no-fuss gift for cooks, gardeners, or anyone at all interested in growing their own herbs.Courtesy of AukPhotograph: Kat MerckPhotograph: Kat MerckChevronChevronAukMini$259 $229 (12% off) Auk (Oak)$284 $254 (11% off) Auk (Walnut)$239 $219 (8% off) Auk (Cork)I almost never see it on sale, and Auk confirms it very rarely is, so if at any point you were on the fence, this is your last chance post–Black Friday and –Cyber Monday to save $20 to $30 on the bundle (with free shipping!), depending on which finish you choose. This includes the Auk planter itself and everything you need to start growing, including both pump bottles of nutrients and a bag of coco coir. The sale ends on Monday, December 15, so there are only a few more days to take advantage.Save up to $30 at AukThe least expensive style is also Auk's newest release, with a base made of 100 percent cork sourced from Portugal. You can also opt for an oak wood bottom, for $10 more, or darker walnut (shown above) for $35 more. Buyers can choose either black or white for the non-wood portions.“The new Cork Edition embodies what Auk stands for: natural plants, and natural materials,” said Didrik Dimmen, Auk's CEO, in a statement. “Growing your own herbs at home isn’t just good for you, it’s better for the planet, too. Less plastic packaging and waste, and now, another natural aesthetic option to match.”CommentsBack to topTriangleKat Merck is a senior commerce editor for WIRED, where she covers smart bird feeders, hair straighteners, toiletry bags, and everything home-related. 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The Auk Mini Herb Garden continues to offer a simplified and stylish approach to indoor herb cultivation, currently discounted by up to $30 through December 15th. Kat Merck, a senior commerce editor for WIRED, highlights the product as a particularly appealing gift option, noting its no-fuss operation – requiring only periodic water and nutrient refills – and its aesthetically pleasing mid-century-chic design. The Auk Mini system, available in finishes like cork, oak, and walnut, minimizes maintenance and avoids the complexities often associated with hydroponic or automated gardening systems. The initial kit, which includes the planter and necessary supplies, is priced at $259, though variations in material (e.g., cork edition) increase the cost to $284, $239, or $254 respectively. The sale emphasizes the plant’s natural appeal and sustainable features, with Auk’s CEO, Didrik Dimmen, stating the brand’s commitment to reducing plastic packaging and promoting eco-conscious gardening practices. The system’s popularity is reflected in its relative scarcity on sale, making this period a prime opportunity for consumers to acquire the product at a reduced price.