Vertical system

[Steve Polack]

Hello all,  I am very new to this and am planning on making a 3ft vertical system made with PVC, with a 31 gal. tank.  From what i have researched expanded clay pellets would be the best grow media, I am trying to find a suitable water pump.  I am hoping for any and all suggestions.  I am limited on space and have a weight limit because I am on the 3rd floor of an apartment building  and am planning to put my system on a porch that is 4.5 by 9 ft.  I appreciate the feedback.

[Alex Gray]

Welcome Steve, when buying a water pump don't cheap out and make sure it can pump the water high enough for your vertical system. Oversized is infinitely but than undersized.

[Jeff S]

Check out Bright Agrotech. They sell a 3' and 5' tower with mesh media. Lighter and easy to work with. They have tons of info and videos. Keep it simple.

[Steve Polack]

Thank you, I greatly appreciate the feedback!

[Luke Smith]

Check You Tube for Larry Athey Vertical Grow Tower. You will find a  Bright Agritech knock off that is much cheaper than the zip grow towers. If you can afford it go with the Zip Grow towers fro Bright Agritech..

[ray]

what are you trying to do. just have food area. or are you growing for hobby.

[Luke Smith]

I am a biology professor at a community college. Our science club has been experimenting with aquaponics. I have eaten cucumbers, kale, chard, peppers, and collards from this small system. (under member systems see small system with $)