Urban Planting Techniques: A Guide to Vertical Cultivation
The Garden Tower 2 is a versatile vertical garden planter and composter, perfect for growing a variety of plants in a compact space. Here's a step-by-step guide on setting up your Garden Tower 2 for optimal plant growth.
Assemble the Base and Components
To begin, slide the footings into the base, insert the drawer, place the compost screen above the drawer, and align the perforated compost tubes inside the tower. This setup enables efficient composting that feeds nutrients back into the soil in the planter.
Use the Built-in Composting System
The Garden Tower 2 features a central composting column where you can fill it with kitchen scraps. This composting enriches the surrounding soil, providing natural fertilizer for plants.
Fill the Tower with Quality Soil Mix
Use a light, nutritious soil blend suitable for vertical gardens to support root health and moisture retention.
Plant Strategically Around the Tower
Place plants according to their sunlight and space requirements. Starting with larger, deeper-rooted plants lower and smaller plants higher can optimize light and space.
Manage Plant Growth with Pruning Techniques
For example, topping basil plants by removing the top growth encourages bushier plants and better yields in a compact vertical space.
Maintain Moisture and Nutrient Levels
Regularly water the tower and monitor compost moisture to keep plants healthy.
This approach combines the Garden Tower 2’s soil-based vertical design with natural composting to promote vigorous plant growth in a compact area.
The Garden Tower 2 is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and is made from durable, weather-resistant materials. It can be attached to existing Garden Tower 2 structures to accommodate additional planting space.
For those seeking alternative vertical garden systems, options such as the Greenstalk Vertical Planter, HighRise Self-Watering Elevated Cedar Planter, and The Eve - an indoor vertical hydroponic garden system - are also available.
Remember, the Garden Tower 2 does not come with a composting system, but you can enhance its capabilities with the addition of composting tools like Insect Dust Diatomaceous Earth, Natural Cedar Wall Mounted Trellises, Natural Cedar Raised Garden Beds, Natural Cedar A-Frame Trellises, and Natural Cedar Elevated Planter with U-Trellis.
Happy gardening!
[1] Garden Tower 2 Assembly Guide [2] Garden Tower 2 Composting Guide [4] Aeroponic Tower Garden Guide [5] Hydroponic Tower Garden Guide
[1] The setup of a Natural Cedar Raised Garden Bed can be a harmonious addition to the Garden Tower 2 lifestyle, complementing the vertical planter for a complete home-and-garden setup.[2] For optimal growth of plants in the Garden Tower 2, consider pairing it with a Natural Cedar A-Frame Trellis, providing additional space for climbing plants in your small garden lifestyle.
