150+ Crops You Can Grow in a Tower Garden

🌿 150+ Crops You Can Grow in a Tower Garden – Yes, Really!

If you’ve been wondering what you can actually grow in a Tower Garden… the answer is: A LOT! Over 150 different crops thrive in these vertical wonders, and we’re here to break it down for you! 💃🕺

Whether you're dreaming of juicy strawberries, crisp lettuce, fragrant herbs, or edible flowers that wow your guests, your Tower Garden can do it all—without soil and with way less water than traditional gardening. Let’s dig in (pun intended). 😄

  1. Leafy Greens Galore
  2. Herbs on Herbs on Herbs
  3. Fruits and Fruity Veggies
  4. Edible Flowers = Fancy and Functional
  5. Bonus: Unusual Crops You Can Try

🥬 Leafy Greens Galore

Tower Gardens are leafy green machines! If salads are your thing, you’re going to love this:

  • Romaine
  • Butterhead
  • Kale (curly, dinosaur, red Russian)
  • Swiss chard
  • Spinach
  • Arugula
  • Collards
  • Mustard greens
  • Bok choy
  • Tatsoi
  • Mizuna

These guys grow super fast and are packed with nutrients. You can start harvesting in just a few weeks! ⏱️💚


🌿 Herbs on Herbs on Herbs

Calling all foodies and tea lovers! Fresh herbs are game-changers, and your Tower Garden is a literal vertical spice rack:

  • Basil (sweet, Thai, lemon, purple and more!)
  • Cilantro
  • Parsley
  • Mint (spearmint, peppermint)
  • Dill
  • Oregano
  • Thyme
  • Sage
  • Chives
  • Lemon balm
  • Stevia

Grow your own seasoning and skip the sad, soggy store-bought herbs. ✨🌱


🍓 Fruits & Fruity Veggies

Yes—you can grow fruit in your Tower Garden! With a little TLC and maybe some extra support (hello, support cage), these crops flourish:

  • Strawberries 🍓
  • All types of tomatoes 🍅
  • Bell peppers
  • Hot peppers (jalapeño, cayenne, habanero)
  • Cucumbers
  • Zucchini
  • Eggplant
  • Watermelon 🍉 (yep, mini ones!)
  • Cantaloupe
  • Ground cherries

Pro tip: Vining plants = grow them on the bottom for best results! They'll shade other plants if they're higher up. 🪴✨


🌸 Edible Flowers = Fancy & Functional

Not only do they look gorgeous, but edible flowers can add flavor and color to your meals:

  • Nasturtiums (peppery and pretty!)
  • Pansies
  • Marigolds
  • Calendula
  • Borage
  • Viola

Plus, they attract pollinators—so your whole garden benefits! 🐝💐


🧪 Bonus: Unusual Crops You Can Try

If you’re feeling adventurous, Tower Gardeners have had success with:

  • Okra
  • Fennel
  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Tomatillos
  • Leeks
  • Celery
  • Edamame
  • Wasabi arugula (spicy goodness!)
  • Green Onions
  • Onions

Just remember: Every garden is a little different, so experiment and find what grows best in your climate. 🌞🌧️


🏆 Tower Garden = Year-Round Growing Paradise

With the right setup (hello, grow lights for indoor gardening 👋), you can harvest fresh food all year long. No dirt. No weeding. No mess. Just delicious, homegrown goodness on demand. 🥗💦 Order your Tower Garden here.

Ready to start planting? Your Tower Garden is more than just a garden—it’s a full-on fresh food factory. 💚

Want help choosing what to grow or need starter seedlings? We've got your back at Living Towers Florida Keys 🌴

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