Outdoor Hydroponic Tower Garden
Outdoor Hydroponic Tower
Here you'll find the plants included in your subscription package — handpicked for their flavor, freshness, and ability to thrive outdoors.
🌱 Each one is ready to grow strong and healthy with just water, light, and a little love.
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The Plants
Mini Pumpkin
Plant to Harvest:
75-100 days
Tip:
Mini pumpkins are edible and often used as festive decorations due to their perfect palm-sized shape. Mini pumpkins
need a lot of vertical and horizontal space. Us a trellis to support and pollinate flowers by hand and ensure full
sun/light.
Green Lettuce
Plant to harvest:
30-50 days
Tip:
We use heat-tolerant lettuce varieties that thrive in hydroponic towers, even in warmer weather, with a balanced
nutrient solution and ample light. Harvest leaves as they mature to encourage continuous growth, ensuring a steady
supply of fresh greens throughout the season.
Blackeyed Pea
Plant to harvest:
60-90 days
Tip:
Black-eyed peas thrive in hydroponic systems, and provide nitrogen to your water tank.Regular harvesting of the pods
will encourage continued production.
Egyptian Spinach
Plant to harvest: 50-60 days
Tip:
Egyptian spinach is resilient and can flourish in hydroponic systems. This plant is great for hot climates. Harvest
regularly to encourage new leaf growth and maintain plant health.
White Swiss Chard
Plant to harvest: 50-60 days
Tip:
In a hydroponic system, Swiss chard benefits from a balanced nutrient solution rich in nitrogen to promote lush leaf
growth. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continued production and prevent overcrowding.
Celery
Plant to harvest: 80-100 days
Tip:
Celery is 95% water and was once used as a medicinal herb in ancient Greece. Celery needs lots of moisture in your
tower, so try planting it at the base of your tower so get the most water trickling down.
Celosia
Plant to harvest: 60-80 days
Tip:
Celosia dazzles with colorful plumes and tender, edible leaves that taste mildly like spinach. In your hydroponic
tower, maintain the pH at 5.8 - 6.2 and pinch out the apical bud once the plant reaches about 10 cm (4 in) tall to
promote compact growth and abundant flower clusters.
Malabar Spinach
Plant to harvest: 50-70 days
Tip:
Malabar spinach thrives in warm conditions, so make sure your hydroponic system is kept in a well-lit area to
encourage vigorous growth. Regularly prune the tips to promote bushier growth and enhance leaf production.
Rainbow Chard
Plant to harvest: 60-70 days
Tip:
With vibrant, antioxidant-rich stems, rainbow chard brings color and health to your meals. Grow in full sun and
harvest outer leaves often to encourage new growth.
Mexican Tarragon
Plant to harvest: 60-75 days
Tip:
Mexican tarragon has a licorice-like flavor and is often used in place of French tarragon in warm climates.
Requires full sun/light and heat; thrives in the top sections of outdoor towers. Trim flowers regularly to prolong
leaf production.
Lemon Basil
Plant to harvest: 25-35 days
Tip:
Lemon basil contains citral and limonene, which give it a lemony aroma and make it great for teas and desserts.
Needs lots of light, Pinch flower buds early to maintain flavor and leaf production.
Serrano Pepper
Plant to harvest: 60-75 days
Tip:
Serrano peppers can be 3 to 5 times hotter than jalapeños, and they turn from green to red as they ripen. Provide
strong light and airflow; use plant clips to support fruiting branches.
Jack B Little Mini Pumpkin
Plant to harvest: 85–100 days
Tip:
Not ideal for late fall. If attempted, start early in large Dutch buckets with insulated roots and full sun. Trellis
vines.
Dwarf Cherry Tomato
Plant to harvest: 50–65 days
Tip:
Performs well in fall with good sun. Use net cups in buckets or towers. Prune for airflow and support with clips.
Anaheim Peppers
Plant to harvest: 60–75 days
Tip:
Start early in fall. Use Dutch bucket systems. Requires strong light and protection from cold nights.
Armenian Cucumber
Plant to harvest: 55–65 days
Tip:
Very sensitive to cold. Best started early fall in net pots with vertical trellis. Harvest young.
Baby Broccoli
Plant to harvest: 55–70 days
Tip:
Grows well in towers. Cold temps improve flavor. Harvest central head first, then side shoots continuously.
Bush Delicata
Plant to harvest: 85–100 days
Tip:
Warm-loving.. Start early and provide sunlight and vine support.
White Sprouting Cauliflower
Plant to harvest: 70–90 days
Tip:
Prefers cool fall temps. Use NFT or raft systems. Tie outer leaves to protect heads. Cold helps flavor and texture.
Tuscan Kale
Plant to harvest: 50–65 days
Tip:
Excellent for hydro towers or raft beds. Cold improves flavor. Harvest outer leaves and monitor root zone temps.
Red Yardlong Beans
Plant to harvest: 70–85 days
Tip:
Heat-loving. Start in early fall. Needs trellis and sun. Use coco/perlite mix in buckets with good drainage.
Red Lettuce
Plant to harvest: 40–55 days
Tip:
Grows well in cool weather. Intensifies color in fall. Use raft systems and protect from wind.
Butter Lettuce
Plant to harvest: 45–60 days
Tip:
Performs best in raft systems. Needs steady moisture. Harvest heads young to avoid bolting.
Freckle Lettuce
Plant to harvest: 45–55 days
Tip:
Cold-tolerant and colorful. Grow in NFT or raft. Sow in succession for steady harvests.
Bright Lights Swiss Chard
Plant to harvest: 45–60 days
Tip:
Resilient and productive in fall. Use raft or vertical towers. Harvest outer leaves continuously.
Fordhook White Swiss Chard
Plant to harvest: 45–60 days
Tip:
Stronger flavor, same resilience. Cold improves color. Maintain root temps stable and harvest outer leaves first.
Everleaf Basil
Plant to harvest: 45–60 days
Tip:
Cold-sensitive. Use in containers or indoors if temps fall. Pinch early and often to delay flowering.
Celosia
Plant to harvest: 60–80 days
Tip:
Warm-season flower. Grows in hydro if protected. Use perlite mixes in baskets. Provide full sun and drainage.
Dwarf Cherry Tomato
Plant to Harvest: 55-70 days
Tip:
This tomato is perfect for hydroponic systems, as it grows to be only 18-24 inches in height. It is also heat
tolerant, and needes 12-16 hours of light per day. Regularly monitor nutrient levels in the water to support fruit
development.To ensure a great harvest, you may need to hand-pollinate the flowers since these plants rely on wind or
insects for pollination in outdoor environments.
Cucumber - Spacemaster bush
Plant to Harvest: 50-60 days
Tip:
Use a trellis in your hydroponic tower to support the bush cucumbers as they grow upward, saving space and improving airflow. For indoor towers, the lights and structure provide a good trellis naturally. To ensure a great harvest, you may need to hand-pollinate the flowers since these plants rely on wind or insects for pollination in outdoor environments.
Tuscan Kale
Plant to Harvest:
50–65 days
Tip:
Cold-tolerant and ideal for towers. Harvest outer leaves regularly; thrives in well-oxygenated water.
Malabar Spinach
Plant to Harvest:
60–75 days
Tip:
Loves heat and humidity. Trellis vertically and harvest continuously to prevent overgrowth.
Bell Pepper
Plant to Harvest:
60–80 days
Tip:
Needs strong sun. Use Dutch buckets or large net pots. Support stems and maintain EC between 2.0–3.5.
Collard Greens
Plant to Harvest:
50–70 days
Tip:
This is a heat tolerant bell pepper to prepare for warm summer months. Bell peppers thrive in full sun and require consistent moisture to prevent stress. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot—let the soil dry slightly between waterings.
Mustard
Plant to Harvest:
35–50 days
Tip:
Very fast grower. Pick young leaves early to avoid bitterness. Performs well in NFT or towers.
Jalapeno
Plant to Harvest:
60–75 days
Tip:
Productive in sun-rich setups. Requires good airflow and occasional pruning for airflow and shape.
Endive
Plant to Harvest:
65–85 days
Tip:
Best flavor when grown in cooler outdoor temps. Blanch heads by tying leaves or harvesting earlier.
Swiss Chard – Bright Lights
Plant to Harvest:
45–60 days
Tip:
Thrives in warm hydro systems. Harvest outer leaves weekly and maintain root zone temp stable.
Snacking Pepper
Plant to Harvest:
55–70 days
Tip:
Compact plants do great in hydro. Ensure consistent sun and nutrients to produce sweet, crunchy pods.
Basil
Plant to Harvest:
45–60 days
Tip:
Quick-growing in outdoor hydro. Pinch often to delay flowering and boost leaf production.
Thyme
Plant to Harvest:
60–75 days
Tip:
Slower to mature, but does well outdoors. Keep roots from staying soggy and harvest tips to encourage new growth.
Marigold
Plant to Harvest: 60-90 days
Tip:
Marigolds can thrive in hydroponic setups and help repel pests from your other plants. Make sure they receive adequate light and nutrients to keep them blooming and healthy.
Dwarf Cherry Tomato
Plant to Harvest: 55-70 days
Tip:
This tomato is perfect for hydroponic systems, as it grows to be only 18-24 inches in height. It is also heat tolerant, and needes 12-16 hours of light per day. Regularly monitor nutrient levels in the water to support fruit development.To ensure a great harvest, you may need to hand-pollinate the flowers since these plants rely on wind or insects for pollination in outdoor environments.
Serrano Pepper
Plant to harvest: 60-75 days
Tip:
Serrano peppers can be 3 to 5 times hotter than jalapeños, and they turn from green to red as they ripen. Provide
strong light and airflow; use plant clips to support fruiting branches.
Bell Pepper
Plant to harvest: 60-90 days
Tip:
This is a heat tolerant bell pepper to prepare for warm summer months. Bell peppers thrive in full sun and require
consistent moisture to prevent stress. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot—let the soil dry slightly
between waterings.
Persian Cucumber
Plant to harvest: 50-60 days
Tip:
In a hydroponic system, Swiss chard benefits from a balanced nutrient solution rich in nitrogen to promote lush leaf
growth. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continued production and prevent overcrowding.
Sugar Snap Pea
Plant to harvest: 50-70 days
Tip:
Sugar snap peas are a climbing plant, so give them a sturdy trellis to help them reach their full potential. For the
sweetest peas, harvest when the pods are plump but still tender, as they get tough if left too long.
Freckle lettuce
Plant to harvest: 30-50 days
Tip:
We use heat-tolerant lettuce varieties that thrive in hydroponic towers, even in warmer weather, with a balanced
nutrient solution and ample light. Harvest leaves as they mature to encourage continuous growth, ensuring a steady
supply of fresh greens throughout the season.
Butter lettuce
Plant to harvest: 45-55 days
Tip:
Butter lettuce is also called “Boston” or “Bibb” lettuce and is prized for its soft, tender texture.Avoid
overcrowding in your hydro tower to prevent rot at the base, these plants will get larger so space them out
throughout your tower.
Spinach
Plant to harvest: 50-70 days
Tip:
Unlike traditional spinach, which struggles in the heat, Malabar Spinach thrives in the warm conditions. This plant
prefers hot weather and will not bolt like regular spinach. Regular pruning encourages bushier growth.
Arugula
Plant to harvest: 30-50 days
Tip:
Arugula thrives in well-drained, slightly alkaline soil, which helps produce tender, peppery leaves. For the best
flavor, harvest arugula leaves young, as older leaves can become tough and bitter.
Basil
Plant to harvest: 60-90 days
Tip:
Basil thrives in full sun and needs warm temperatures to reach its full flavor potential. Regularly pinch off the
flower buds to prevent the plant from going to seed, ensuring a longer harvest period.
Marigold
Plant to harvest: 60-90 days
Tip:
Marigolds can thrive in hydroponic setups and help repel pests from your other plants. Make sure they receive
adequate light and nutrients to keep them blooming and healthy.
Cilantro
Plant to harvest: 40-50 days
Tip:
Cilantro grows quickly, regularly trim the leaves to promote bushier growth and prevent the plant from bolting.
Epazote
Plant to harvest: 50-70 days
Tip:
Use this aromatic herb in cooking to add depth of flavor, and regularly trim leaves to encourage growth.
Alpine Berries
Plant to harvest: 60-90 days
Tip:
Alpine strawberries thrive in hydroponic systems, offering a steady harvest of delicious, sweet berries throughout
the growing season. To achieve the best flavor, ensure they receive ample light. To ensure a great harvest, you may
need to hand-pollinate the flowers since these plants rely on wind or insects for pollination in outdoor
environments.
Dill
Plant to harvest: 40-50 days
Tip:
Dill is both a herb and a spice—leaves are the herb; seeds are the spice! Dill grows tall and feathery. Harvest
early and often to prevent bolting.
Garden Layout
Get ready to transform your space into a vibrant veggie haven! We’ve put together a simple yet effective garden layout that will help you maximize your area and grow a variety of fresh, delicious vegetables. Whether you have a small yard or just a balcony, this layout is designed to make gardening easy and enjoyable for everyone. Let’s dive into your gardening journey!
