Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
1. Planting Strategy: Zucchini plants develop large leaves and extensive root systems, so it's important not to overcrowd them. We plant only 2 zucchini plants per section on opposite sides of the tower, for a total of 18 plants per tower. We also install a grow cage to support the plants and keep the heavy foliage under control as they mature.
2. Seedlings: Zucchini seeds germinate very quickly. We place one seed per Rockwool cube, and within just two weeks, the seedlings will have developed their first two true leaves, an indicator that they are ready for transplanting.
3. Nutrients: A submersible pump located in the bottom reservoir intermittently irrigates the roots for a total of 4.8 hours per day. This nutrient-rich solution supplies all the essential minerals and trace elements the zucchini plants need for healthy growth and high yields.
4. Powdery Mildew: The biggest challenge we face when growing zucchini on aeroponic towers is powdery mildew, especially because our farm is located in a hot and humid climate. To minimize this issue, we choose varieties that have strong resistance to powdery mildew.
5. Variety: The zucchini variety featured in this video is known as Dunja. It is an early-maturing, high-yielding cultivar with a high resistance to powdery mildew, making it a perfect variety for hot, humid environments.
6. Harvest: You can expect your first zucchinis in as little as four weeks after transplanting. After that, it's important to harvest them regularly at the ideal size, as zucchini can grow surprisingly fast and quickly become oversized marrows if left on the plant.
#zucchini #courgette #farming #agriculture #gardening
1. Planting Strategy: Zucchini plants develop large leaves and extensive root systems, so it's important not to overcrowd them. We plant only 2 zucchini plants per section on opposite sides of the tower, for a total of 18 plants per tower. We also install a grow cage to support the plants and keep the heavy foliage under control as they mature.
2. Seedlings: Zucchini seeds germinate very quickly. We place one seed per Rockwool cube, and within just two weeks, the seedlings will have developed their first two true leaves, an indicator that they are ready for transplanting.
3. Nutrients: A submersible pump located in the bottom reservoir intermittently irrigates the roots for a total of 4.8 hours per day. This nutrient-rich solution supplies all the essential minerals and trace elements the zucchini plants need for healthy growth and high yields.
4. Powdery Mildew: The biggest challenge we face when growing zucchini on aeroponic towers is powdery mildew, especially because our farm is located in a hot and humid climate. To minimize this issue, we choose varieties that have strong resistance to powdery mildew.
5. Variety: The zucchini variety featured in this video is known as Dunja. It is an early-maturing, high-yielding cultivar with a high resistance to powdery mildew, making it a perfect variety for hot, humid environments.
6. Harvest: You can expect your first zucchinis in as little as four weeks after transplanting. After that, it's important to harvest them regularly at the ideal size, as zucchini can grow surprisingly fast and quickly become oversized marrows if left on the plant.
#zucchini #courgette #farming #agriculture #gardening
