GreenStalk
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GreenStalk is a vertical gardening system that uses soil in stacked polypropylene containers up to five tiers in height.
GreenStalk is a vertical gardening system that uses soil in stacked polypropylene containers up to five tiers in height. Each tier holds one cubic foot of soil and has six planting spots. A Lazy Susan style spinner base is available to rotate a fixed tower, and a base supported by casters is available to rotate and move.
The compartmented design may allow for easy succession planting.[1]
Plants
A many types of plants, but not all, are able to grow using this method though some may need special considerations.
Safe to plant
- Tomatoes, trim off lower leaves of seedlings and plant deep into the soil[2]
- Peppers, trim off lower leaves of seedlings and plant deep into the soil[2]
- Bush beans grow very well, add about 3 seeds per spot[2]
- Basil, plant a soil level[2]
Avoid planting
Stands
The spinner base on their website is a 16" Down Under Plant Turner[1] and may be available elsewhere at lower prices.