Hey everyone! I've recently discovered my love for gardening, but living in a small space makes it challenging. I'm 21 and just moved out, and while researching ways to garden in limited space, I came across aeroponics. Although it seems like a futuristic solution, I find that many veggies grown this way lack flavor. I prefer good old soil for my plants!
I stumbled upon a popular garden tower online, but the price was off the charts, plus it's plastic which isn't durable. I want to design my own small metal garden tower without a composting tube; something that's more affordable—ideally not over $300—and visually appealing, potentially in vibrant colors. I'm also considering crowdfunding for this idea. Before I dive deeper, I'd love to hear your thoughts on whether you'd be interested in something like this, and any suggestions you might have! Thanks a ton! ?
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I’d totally be interested in that! A small metal tower sounds perfect for tight spaces. By the way, if you reconsider aeroponics, you can use a compost 'tea' instead of a lab-made solution. It worked for me growing greens, and they tasted just as good as those grown in soil. I’m planning to use my setup again for lettuces once my compost is ready!
Excellent idea! Just a quick question about the metal you plan to use? If it's prone to rust or corrosion, I’d be less interested. Also, I think smaller, modular sections would appeal to a lot of gardeners, especially in suburban areas with limited sunlight. Having the ability to build it up or out would be awesome!
Thanks for your interest! I’m thinking stainless steel since it won’t rust or corrode and is food-safe. I hope this can help people make the most of even small sunny spots!
I’m a bit worried about overheating the soil with a metal structure, plus the reflections might scorch the plants. It sounds similar to a strawberry pot idea, right? I’ve seen DIY versions using laundry baskets lined with fabric to plant in. Are you going for something like that but made out of metal?
Thanks for the support! I’m curious about that 'tea' method now. I’ll definitely look into it!