Are you interested in hydroponics? It's a fascinating way to grow plants that uses less space and can produce more food than traditional gardening. In fact, you can grow up to 40 plants in just 1.6 square feet of space with our Airponic tower!
If you're wondering how much space you need to grow with hydroponics, there are a few things to consider.
1. Think about what crops you want to grow.
Some plants require more space than others, depending on their lighting and root depth needs. For example, larger plants like tomatoes and cucumbers will need more vertical and root space than leafy greens or microgreens.
Larger plants like tomatoes and cucurbits produce best when grown in hydroponic systems like our Tobato 5 – Dutch Bucket Hydroponic Growing System.
Crops like leafy greens, microgreens, beets, radishes, and others that have shallow roots and low plant profiles take up less space and can grow efficiently in smaller hydroponic systems.
Cucurbits, Malabar spinach, vining tomatoes, and other similar plants require trellises so they will need extra growing space.
2.Consider how much food you need to produce.
Ask yourself:
- Am I a hobby grower or I will grow to feed myself/family/friends?
- How many and which types of plants am I willing to start with?
- How much food does my household consume?
- What percentage of our food consumption do I want to grow with hydroponics?
The answers to these questions will help you determine what size hydroponic kit to start with.
3. Access to sunlight or grow lights.
Without enough light, your plants won't thrive, no matter how much space you have. Make sure to assess your growing area and measure the amount of usable space you have for hydroponics.
So, there you have it! With the right hydroponic kit and some careful planning, you can grow fresh, healthy food in less space than you ever thought possible. Happy growing
Not sure where to start? No worries!
We’ve created a full guide to help you decide which hydroponic system is right for you.
At Nature Tech, we offer a variety of hydroponic kits in different sizes and styles to fit any need, from beginners to experienced growers. If you need help choosing the right kit for you, don't hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.