Water spinach, commonly known as Pak Boong or Phak Bung in Thailand, Kangkung in Malaysia and Indonesia, Kangkong in the Philippines, is a leafy green native to Southeast Asia. It belongs to the convolvulaceae or morning glory family. When growing water spinach on aeroponic towers, the first step is to soak 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 ..read more

Zucchini, also known as courgette, is a summer squash which belongs to the gourd family or Cucurbitaceae along with cucumbers, melons, and spaghetti squash. Aztecs and Mayans, who are natives in Mesoamerica, were the first to grow zucchini. It is one of the oldest cultivated crops in America, it is believed to have been domesticated from wild gourds in Central America about 5000 years ago. Through our innovative vertical farming method using Tower Garden technology, we grow zucchini on aeroponic towers in less than one square meter of space without the use of soil, just water mixed with a 100 ..read more

At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, we grow up to 52 komatsuna plants on a single aeroponic tower in less than one square meter of space while saving up to 95% water as compared to the conventional farming method. 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. In Japanese, komatsuna means ‘greens of Komatsu’, a village in Edogawa, Tokyo named Komatsugawa, where komatsuna was exclusively grown during the ..read more

Orange cauliflower is one of the varieties we grow on aeroponic towers without the use of soil, only water mixed with a 100% natural ionic mineral nutrient solution. 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 ..read more

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 ..read more

Basil is an aromatic herb which belongs to the Lamiaceae or mint family. It is said to have originated from India over 5,000 years ago. It was then brought to Europe and the Middle East in the 16th century. 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. Our innovative vertical farming method made it possible to grow more crops per square meter of space while using less water compared to conventional farming ..read more

Bok choy, a leafy green that belongs to the cruciferous vegetable family, is one of the fastest-growing crops grown on an aeroponic tower. Aside from the fact that it is fast to grow, it also has high resistance to pests and fungi. 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. Growing bok choy starts with the propagation process. The rockwool, a soilless substrate made from basalt rock, is soaked in the water for 20 minut ..read more

Romanesco, commonly known as Romanesque broccoli or Roman cauliflower, is often thought as a crossbreed between a broccoli and a cauliflower. 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. Aside from having a distinct appearance, Romanesco also has a lot of health benefits to offer. It is rich in iron, vit ..read more

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, includi ..read more

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 can ..read more