How to Keep Your Tower Garden Safe During a Hurricane 🌪️

When you’re smack in the cone of uncertainty, your mind is already spinning faster than a weather radar. One minute you’re calm, the next you’re wondering, “Wait… what do I do with my Tower Garden during a hurricane?” 😳

No worries—Tower Garden hurricane prep is easier than you think! With a little planning, you’ll keep your Tower safe, and your neighbors will thank you for not turning it into a flying projectile.

What’s the Deal with the Cone of Uncertainty?

It’s called “uncertainty” for a reason—no one really knows exactly where the hurricane will go. While the eyewall packs the worst punch, hurricane-strength winds can reach up to 100 miles from the center, and tropical-storm-force winds can stretch as far as 300 miles. Yikes!

So, what should you do if a hurricane’s headed your way? Let’s break it down.

Hurricane Prep for Your Tower Garden

Here’s how to protect your Tower and keep your plants safe:

🌀 If you’re in the direct path of a hurricane…
Move your Tower Garden inside—your garage or a safe spot inside your house works best. Remember, no projectiles!

🌀 If tropical storm winds are expected…
You might be okay leaving your Tower Garden outside if it’s snug against the house under a covered porch. Pro tip: If you’re moving your patio furniture indoors, it’s smart to bring your Tower Garden in, too. Better safe than sorry!

🌀 No indoor space? No problem!
Take the plants out of your Tower and place them in a bathtub or plastic tote with an inch or two of water to keep their roots happy. Once the storm passes, pop them back into the Tower.

🌀 If your Tower stays outside…
Take it off the dolly if you can. If not, use a rope or bungee cord to secure the wheels so your Tower doesn’t go rolling down the street—or worse, into your pool (yes, it’s happened).

🌀 Use zip ties!
If you’re not using a Support Cage, zip tie the reservoir lid to the reservoir and fill it with water. Twenty gallons of water will weigh over 180 lbs. That’ll help keep your Tower grounded.

🌀 Stock up on extra water.
Fill a few buckets or containers with water in case you lose power. You can manually water your plants from the top.

🌀 Running a generator?
Unplug the timer and plug your Tower Garden pump directly into the generator. Run it for a few minutes every hour. The timer isn’t necessary in this situation—it just uses more power turning on and off.

Stay Safe and Keep Growing 🌱

See? Tower Garden hurricane prep is easier than you thought! A little preparation goes a long way in keeping your garden safe and sound.

Oh, and don’t forget: Always follow local authorities’ advice on evacuations and keep up with NOAA for the latest updates.

Stay safe out there, friends! ✌️