Planting
6 Steps in
Vegetables in a Tower Farm
Step
1 Growing
Select Your Vegetables
Choose vegetables that are well-
suited for vertical farming and
thrive in soilless systems. Leafy
greens such as lettuce, kale, and
spinach, as well as herbs like basil
and parsley, are popular choices.
Step 4
Start the
Seedlings
Begin by germinating the seeds in
a separate tray or nursery before
transferring them to the vertical
farming system. Follow the
appropriate seed starting
techniques such as maintaining
proper moisture levels, providing
adequate lighting, and ensuring
optimal temperature conditions.
2
Step
Prepare the
Medium
In a soilless vertical farming stacked trays or shelves
system, a suitable growing
medium is used instead of
traditional soil. Examples of
provides sufficient access
growing mediums include peat
moss, coco coir, or a
combination of materials that
provide adequate support,
water retention, and nutrient
availability for the plants.
Step 5
Plant the Seedlings
Once the seedlings have reached an
appropriate size, carefully
transplant them into the designated
spaces within the vertical farming
system. Take care to ensure that
the roots are properly positioned in
the growing medium, providing
stability and access to nutrients.
Step 3
Add compost
or soil
Install the vertical
growing system, which
typically consists of
with spaces for plants.
Ensure that the system
to light, water, and
nutrients for the plants
at each level.
Step 6
Care
Maintain the vertical farm by
regularly monitoring and adjusting
environmental conditions such as
temperature, humidity, and lighting.
Provide a suitable nutrient solution,
specific to the plants being grown,
ensuring that the plants receive the
necessary nutrients for healthy
growth. Regularly inspect the plants
for any signs of pests or diseases,
and take appropriate measures for
prevention and control.