Komatsuna, also known as Japanese mustard spinach, is a member of the Brassicaceae family, along with broccoli, bok choy, cauliflower, kale, tatsoi, etc. It is not related to spinacia oleracea or spinach, contrary to what it is called.

When growing komatsuna on aeroponic towers, we begin by soaking the agricultural rockwool in water for about 20 minutes until it is fully wet. Rockwool is a soilless substrate made from basalt, the most common volcanic rock on Earth. It is often used in aeroponics and hydroponics as it allows for soilless germination. The rockwool comes with the tower when you purchase it.

Once the rockwool is completely soaked, we put three seeds into each hole of the tray. Each tray has 98 holes. Add vermiculite on top of each hole after the seeds have been placed. Vermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral that is ideal for the germination process. It retains a large amount of water while maintaining the perfect water to air ratio.

When germinating outdoors, the seedlings should be watered twice a day. After about two weeks, everything will start to germinate. The seedlings will then be ready for transplantation to the aeroponic towers using a grow clip to secure them in place.

It takes around six weeks of growth until the komatsuna reaches full maturity and becomes ready for harvest from the aeroponic towers.

Komatsuna is versatile, it can be enjoyed in various ways such as raw in salads, cooked as a side dish, or steamed to retain their vibrant color and nutrients—just like you would with other leafy greens.

Check out the video featured below to see how we grow komatsuna on aeroponic towers using the Tower Garden aeroponic technology without the use of soil, only water mixed with a 100% natural ionic mineral nutrient solution:

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Red Malabar has burgundy-colored vines contrasting with the intensity of the green hues of the leaves. Its leaves have a smooth texture that almost feels like silicone. Malabar Spinach leaves have a mild taste with subtle peppery and citrusy flavors. However, when cooked, the leaves taste like spinach, even though they do not come from the same family.

Red Malabar Spinach is rich in beta-carotene and lutein, which are antioxidants. It is also a good source of protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium.

Through our innovative vertical farming method, we are able to cultivate Red Malabar Spinach on an aeroponic tower using only less than one square meter of space without the use of soil, only water mixed with a 10% natural ionic mineral nutrient solution. The nutrient solution that we use provides all the essential minerals and trace elements that the crops need in order to thrive and be healthy.

Check out the video to see how we grow Red Malabar Spinach on aeroponic towers while saving up to 95% water in comparison to conventional farming methods:

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In 1970, orange cauliflower was first discovered in Canada when it first appeared in a field near Toronto. It was then shipped to Cornell University, where scientists have done selective breeding to create orange cauliflower. Just like purple cauliflower, the orange variety is also not a result of genetic modification.

The hue of the orange cauliflower is due to its high levels of beta-carotene, an antioxidant which is also found in carrots, sweet potatoes, and other fruits and vegetables. Beta-carotene is said to reduce oxidative stress, which is a major cause of heart diseases.

Even when consumed raw, or cooked – baked, boiled, steamed, gilled, sautéed, or stir-fried, orange cauliflower offers a lot of health benefits because of the vitamins and minerals it contains.

The exterior leaves of the orange cauliflowers and other brassicas like broccoli are edible. The leaves are versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways such as raw in salads, cooked as a side dish, or steamed to retain their vibrant color and nutrients—just like you would with other leafy greens.

It takes about three months before the orange cauliflower becomes fully mature. When it is already 15 to 20 cm (6 to 9 in.) in width, it is ready for harvest from the aeroponic towers.

Cauliflower can only be harvested once. After the main cauliflower head is removed, it will not grow any more edible heads. To achieve optimal results, we recommend replanting a new seedling following each harvest.

Orange cauliflower grows a larger and heavier head than the white counterpart. It also has a milder and sweeter flavor.

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At Agrotonomy, we grow 32 plants indoors on a single Tower Garden HOME using LED grow lights in just less than one square meter of space. There are over 160 annual crops, including leafy greens, aromatic herbs, vegetables, as well as fruits like strawberries and melons, and even edible flowers to choose from and grow on aeroponic towers.

The tower is equipped with a low wattage submersible pump that is positioned at the bottom of the reservoir to draw the 100% natural ionic mineral nutrient solution up to the top of the tower. The pump operates at 23 watts, working intermittently 5 minutes on and 45 minutes off continuously or 2.4 hours per day. The average electricity rate in American households for October 2023 is 12.91 ¢/kWh. This means that the pump consumes about $0.21 per month.

To solve for the monthly electricity cost of the pump:

When growing indoors, it is important to use the adjustable LED grow lights, mounted to the goosenecks for the optimal growth of the crops. The LED grow lights, operating at 125 watts, should be on for 14 hours per day. Please note that the LED grow light kit is sold separately.

To solve for the monthly electricity cost of the LED grow lights:

A Tower Garden HOME with LED lights uses approximately $6.99 per month based on the average kWh price in the USA in order to grow up to 32 plants.

Tower Garden is the only aeroponic system which can be used outdoors or indoors. You can get the residential towers in the USA, Canada, and Europe through our website.

Whether growing indoors, outdoors, or in a greenhouse, we have the right aeroponic tower for your needs.

Check out the video below to learn more about the electricity consumption of an indoor aeroponic tower using LED grow lights:

At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, we grow different varieties of basil on aeroponic towers while saving 95% water and 90% space. We cultivate Prospera basil, Genovese basil, Purple basil, Thai basil, and a lot more.

We begin the process of basil cultivation by placing 6 seeds per hole in an agricultural rockwool made from basaltic rock. We water the seeds until they sprout and become seedlings which will take approximately 14 days. After that, we transplant the seedlings to the aeroponic towers, where they are irrigated intermittently for 3 minutes on and 12 minutes off continuously using a low-wattage submersible pump in the bottom reservoir that provides water mixed with an ionic mineral nutrient solution for healthy plant growth. It takes a month and a half for the basil to reach maturity and become ready for harvest.

Basil can also be mixed with other crops since we use the same watering interval and nutrient solution for all the crops grown on the towers. 

Our Tower Garden aeroponic technology lets you have an abundant and incredible crop yield, whether growing basil in a commercial Tower Farm or within the comfort of your home on a Tower Garden HOME.

Watch the video featured below to see how we grow 52 basil plants on a single aeroponic tower:

Watch the video below to see how we make pesto using purple basil:

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At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, we grow up to 52 bok choy on a single aeroponic tower in less than one meter of space without the use of soil, just water mixed with a 100% natural ionic mineral nutrient solution.

Once the rockwool is completely soaked, we put the seed into each hole of the tray. Each tray has 98 holes. 
When growing white bok choy, due to its large size, we recommend placing only one seed per hole to avoid overcrowding the growing ports on the aeroponic tower. However, two seeds per hole can be placed when germinating green bok choy, as it grows smaller than its white counterpart.

The seeds are watered until they germinate and become seedlings. They are then transplanted to the aeroponic tower, where they are irrigated intermittently for 3 minutes on and 12 minutes off continuously (4.8 hours per day) using a low-wattage submersible pump in the bottom reservoir that provides water mixed with an ionic mineral nutrient solution for healthy plant growth. It is also important to use grow clips to secure the bok choy in place.
After six weeks of growth, bok choy will fully mature and become ready for harvest.

Whether consumed raw or cooked, bok choy has a lot of vitamins and minerals. It is a rich source of selenium, which is believed to have anticancer properties. It also contains fiber, supporting a healthy digestive system.

Using our innovative vertical farming method on aeroponic towers, it is possible to have an abundant harvest with just a minimal amount of effort.

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Contrary to what other people know, Romanesco is its own cultivar within the Brassica vegetable family. It was exclusively grown in Rome in the 16th century, which is where its name originates. It is a close relative of broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower. A unique feature of Romanesco is its fractal patterns that the florets create.

Romanesco becomes ready for harvest after 12 weeks of growth on the aeroponic towers. One way to know that it is fully mature is when its top spiral flattens out.

All the exterior leaves of the big brassicas, whether it is Romanesco, cabbage, broccoli, or cauliflower, are edible and versatile – they can be enjoyed in different ways such as raw in salads, cooked as a side dish, or steamed to retain their vibrant color and nutrients.

At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, we grow Romanesco on aeroponic towers while saving up to 95% water usage and 90% space compared to those grown in the soil.

Last year, we visited a prison in Portugal to establish a vertical farm featuring 40 Aeroponic Towers. We collaborated with both the prisoners and the guards of the penitentiary to install this innovative vertical farm.

Fast forward 8 months, and this prison farm has successfully grown and harvested 1.5 tons of crops. These crops are used to feed the prisoners and benefit over 150 families in the nearby community.

What distinguishes this vertical farm is that it is entirely managed by the prisoners themselves. They actively participate in every stage of the cultivation process, including assembling the towers, managing the nutrient solution that nourishes the plants, transplanting seedlings, harvesting a wide range of seasonal crops throughout the year, cleaning the towers, and overseeing day-to-day crop maintenance.

At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, aside from growing the traditional white cauliflower on aeroponic towers, we also grow purple and other varieties such as green and yellow/orange.

The cultivation of purple cauliflower dates back to ancient times in the Mediterranean region. It is believed to have originated from Sicily. Purple cauliflower, from its name, is a cauliflower variety that has a deep purple color. Its vibrant color is due to the presence of anthocyanins, a flavonoid known for its antioxidant properties.

Anthocyanins aid in regulating blood sugar level and lowering the risk of cancer. Just like other varieties, purple cauliflower is also rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. In addition, it is high in fiber, which helps in promoting a healthy digestive system.

Compared to its white counterpart, purple cauliflower has a sweeter and nuttier flavor.

When growing cauliflower, it is important to have a proper planting strategy. The seedlings should be planted on the first day of autumn to be able to harvest it in the winter. Otherwise, if the plan is to harvest the cauliflower on the first day of spring, the seedlings should be cultivated on the first day of winter.

The process of growing cauliflower demands patience, as it typically takes about three months for it to fully mature and become ready for harvest.

Aside from the cauliflower head, the leaves are also edible, they can be eaten raw or cooked – stir-fries, sautés, soups, and salads.

Through our innovative vertical farming system, we have successfully grown 11 purple and green cauliflowers on a single aeroponic tower within less than one square meter without the use of soil, just water mixed with a 100% natural ionic mineral nutrient solution.

Check out the videos below to see how we cultivate purple cauliflower and other cauliflower varieties:

When it comes to business plans or ROIs, our focus lies solely on metrics such as nutrient costs, water consumption, electrical usage, and projected crop yield.

However, we do not get involved with business plans or ROIs for financial consideration. Currently collaborating with over 40 countries worldwide, we recognize the diverse implications each country presents, including labor costs, retail prices for various crops, and specific insurance requirements that vary between nations.

In some regions, a particular crop may be deemed a delicacy, while in others, it might serve as livestock feed. The disparities are vast, making it impractical for us to undertake ROI calculations.

In other words, it would be impossible for us to take all these elements and get involved with ROI when we are, at the end of the day, just farmers.

This is why we limit our information to the logistics evolving around the technology rather than doing calculations for Return on Investment (ROI). Once again, the variables from one country to the next are so different that we avoid such consideration since we do not feel qualified to make such assessments for each market where we are operating.

What we can affirm is that our technology offers substantial advantages, including requiring 80% to 90% less space (depending on the crops), 95% less water than conventional agriculture, 50% less water compared to hydroponics, reduced labor needs, and an average crop yield increase of 35%. We can also say that based on scientific comparative tests, our crops rank as high as the best ever tested grown in the soil in terms of nutrient density, flavonoids, and antioxidant levels.

An additional significant benefit of our technology is its user-friendliness. Operating a Tower Farm does not demand qualified staff, unlike conventional hydroponic farms that require agronomists or horticulturists. In a Tower Farm, individuals without prior agricultural or gardening experience or anyone with the best interest at heart will become experts.

The high cost of having qualified agronomists and horticulturists on board is always reflected in the end cost of the fruits and vegetables. This is not the case with a Tower Farm, which, once again, can be operated by individuals without experience in agriculture/gardening.

Regardless of the location, when those metrics are applied, we always come ahead of the competition using other technologies, regardless of location.