Overview
Key Features:
Dimensions and Capacity: Stands 55" tall (62" with extension kit), with a 30" x 30" base (5 sq. ft.). The 20-gallon reservoir provides stability and supports up to 20 plants across five grow pots (four plants per pot). Optional extension kits can increase capacity to 28 plants.
Aeroponic System: A low-wattage (45W) submersible pump cycles nutrient-rich water from the reservoir to the top, where it “rains” over the roots, controlled by a timer (5 minutes on, 15 minutes off). This ensures optimal hydration and nutrition with minimal maintenance.
Components Included:
Seedling Starter Kit: Germination tray, 20 rockwool cubes, vermiculite, 20 net pots, and a variety of starter seeds (leafy greens, lettuces, herbs).
Grow Pots: Five standard pots for 20 planting sites.
Nutrient System: Tower Garden Mineral Blend (1 qt. each of two parts) and a measuring cup, lasting 4–6 months depending on climate.
pH Kit: Test kit with pH Up/Down adjusters to maintain water quality.
Pump System: Includes pump, timer, and drain tube.
Optional Accessories:
LED Indoor Grow Lights: Essential for indoor growing, especially in winter, providing full-spectrum light.
Support Cage: Stabilizes vining or bushy plants like tomatoes or squash.
Dolly: Enhances mobility and reduces ground heat transfer outdoors.
Extension Kit: Adds two pots for eight additional plants.
Versatility: Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, with a temperature range of 65–85°F (adaptable with accessories like a reservoir heater or shade cloth). It’s ideal for small spaces like patios, balconies, or backyards.
Ease of Use: No tools are required for assembly, which takes under 30 minutes. Maintenance involves checking water levels, cleaning the pump filter, and adjusting pH. No weeding, tilling, or bending is needed.
Crops: Grows most plants except woody-stemmed ones (e.g., root crops, grapevines, trees). Examples include leafy greens, herbs (basil, thyme), fruits (tomatoes, cucumbers), and flowers (nasturtium, calendula). Over 150 crops are compatible.
Benefits:
Sustainability: Recycles 100% of nutrients and water, reducing environmental impact.
Health: Produces clean, nutrient-dense, pesticide-free produce.
Convenience: Harvest in weeks with minimal effort, reducing grocery store trips.
Warranty: Five-year limited warranty on core plastic components; one-year on others.
Considerations:
Requires electricity for the pump and optional lights (approx. €0.30/day for lights at 14 hours).
Avoid chlorinated or hard/soft water; filtering may be necessary.
Not available in Europe; shipping is limited to the USA and Canada.
Vining plants may need extra space or a support cage.
The Tower Garden FLEX is ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, space-efficient way to grow fresh, organic produce year-round.
