Description

Mr Stacky Vertical Gardens

Use Tower Farming in your backyard to commercial quality produce.

Unlock commercial growing secrets

It’s easier than you think!

Australian families concerned about food security and corporate controlled food production can make a difference! Simple. Just grow your own food! With today’s technology, you can grow quality vegetables just about anywhere.

The key to bountiful yields for the home gardener is automation and technology. With this simple & effective method, it’s way easier than you think to have fresh, chemical free veggies from your backyard or balcony.

Customer Showcases

WINNER! Fran – Canning Vale, WA

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Dimitri – McMahons Creek, VIC

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Kylie – Wanneroo, WA

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Dan – Belmont, QLD

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May – Cockatoo, VIC

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Mark – Pioneer Bay, VIC

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Mr Stacky Tower Garden Features

Quality Design

Automated via Water Mains, Solar or Electric Pump | Modular with 2 Size Options | UV Treated Strong Food Grade Polypropelene | Drain to Waste & Recirculation Options | Water & Space Saving

Quality REsults

Quality Service

DIY Hydroponic Tower Gardens FAQ

What can I grow?

Grow anything from herbs, lettuce, strawberries & greens to full blown fruiting crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini even tubers such as potatoes, carrots and beet root!

You get the picture right! 🙂 You can pretty much grow anything. Just ensure you’re providing enough sun…

How much space do they need?

We recommend spacing your towers approx 1 meter apart. The kits come standard with 7 planters per tower in 2 sizes. Medium (33cm width) & large (45cm width) with the top planter sittig at approx 1.5-1.7 meters high

How does it work?

This is the simplest form of hydroponic gardening available and very effective. Modular stacking planters are filled with coco coir which is like soil, only way better (see why). Irrigation from above drips water onto the top pot with water flowing through to each below layer and the coco wicking the water to all parts of the tower.

Water can be delivered via reservoir (with an electric pump) or water mains (with a fertilizer injector). A timer is configured at 3 x 1 min feeds per day, and adjustable drippers are used to increase/restrict the flow of water. An all purpose hydroponic nutrient is used which ensures maximal results.

The towers are raised so that any drips from above can be used to grow plants at the base, or alternatively, captured with a drip tray fastened to the riser pipe returning the water back to the reservoir (if desired).

What's the best watering regime for tower farms

This depends on many factors such as climate, temperature, type of plants, sunlight exposure etc. However a typical watering regime will be 3 to 4 times per day for 1 minute. Then adjust the drippers to restrict water flow as needed.

How does the drain to waste hydroponic process work. Does it waste water/nutrient?

For the hydrcoponic enthusiasts out there, a drain to waste set-up is quite a foreign concept. Most hydroponic systems are closed, meaning the water is constantly recirculating. For example the Smart Farm Tower Garden.

Drain to waste system is perfect for large gardens where recirculation challenges exist. They also work amazingly well! The key is providing a small flush of water at regular intervals. Just enough to saturate each pot, without significant run-off. We provide detailed nstructions on how to do this and there are thousands of examples from successful growers worldwide.

Is it getting too much sun?

Vegetable plants need direct sunlight to grow properly. Think about a farmers field. Full sun all day long. So long as you have the right moisture content in the tower, full sun is recommended for best results. In the very hot summer months growing soft crops such as lettuce, you may wish to rig up a shade cloth overhead using the top of the tower. This is also beneficial to stop birds. But, yep get the towers in full sun!

How do I set-up my own automatic watering system

You will need a timer, submersible pump, tubing, and a water reservoir. Structural materials will include PVC pipe and steel poling.

Can I start small and build-up?

Yes! That’s the cool thing about this method. It’s modular & scalable wtih very little infrastructure needs. You can start with a simple 5 tier planter set and when ready, upgrade to a 3 tower DIY set-up. From there you can simply add more towers and won’t need to re-purchase additional pumps or injectors. They’ll work for countless towers… See this farm, the entire farm runs off 2 x fertilizer injectors powered by AA batteries!

How do I make my own DIY tower?

Drive some 19mm diameter galvanized metal conduit into the ground then slide 20mm diameter PVC pressure pipe over this, then place some 32mm diameter pressure pipe cut to 500mm high to raise the tower. Connect the irrigation and set-up the timer and your done!. If you want a full kit with everything included as well as detailed instructions, check out the DIY tower kits.

Do they need access to power?

The DIY Towers come with 3 options. Electric, Solar or Water tap powered.

Electric utilizes a reservoir & electric pump with a timer
Solar utilizes a reservoir and 35w solar panel and solar pump connected a custom battery and timer
Water tap powered utilizes a fertilizer injector connected to the water mains and a battery operated tap timer

Can I make the towers recirculating instead of drain to waste?

Yes, to do this we simply add a drip tray which is fastened to the riser pipe of each tower which comes with grommets and tubing so you can return it back to the reservoir. See this quick video for how to do this. How to set-up a recirculating tower garden.

Why are they raised off the ground?

Raised towers are easier to manage (no bending over) but also by taking them off the ground you’re eliminating a raft of soil born pest issues. Additionally, the increased airflow and sun exposure is great for the plants. Many construct the towers over an existing garden bed allowing the drips to feed the below bed. As the towers are raised, sunlight can get to the below sections for maximum yields. See this example

Can I adjust the water flow to each tower?

Yes, each kit comes with adjustable drippers that allow you to increase or decrease the water output at each tower. This is beneficial when you have towers at different stages of growth or with different watering needs.

How do I use the hydroponic nutrient

Depending on your selection (reservoir or fertilizer injector), your kit will come with either a 4kg bulk pack or a 550g sample pack of nutrient. Watch these short videos on how to mix and use them.
4kg nutrient with fertilizer injector
550g pre-pack nutrient

What customers are saying.....

We absolutely love our hydroponic towers. Really easy set up and instructions. 6 weeks since we planted we have more than enough...

Lisa Ditlef-Nielsen16 MAR 2020

Life changing, hydroponics system, I couldn't recommend this system anymore. It is perfect for a wide array of vegetables and plants.

Luke Gilder17 JAN 2020

Delivery was fast and well packed with good instructions. 5 stars from me. (Although I haven't actually grown anything yet). We'll see! Many thanks Judy

Judy17 JAN 2020

I’m so happy with my Mr Stacky unit and am considering buying another one . My tomatoes and kale are growing rapidly and they have been pest free .

Lyn Robson07 JAN 2020

We're so happy with our hydroponic smart farm. We love having fresh, clean veggies growing so quickly on our doorstep.

Ara18 JAN 2020

Great introduction to hydroponics with great outcomes. Super easy to setup and maintain. Coir is very forgiving and has worked well

Turgerr28 JAN 2020

Quick Set-up Guide

Towers with no overhead tubing

Nutrient Mix for Fertilizer Injectors

Nutrient Mixing for Reservoirs

Fresh, Affordable & Home Grown

SAY YES TO FRESH

Imagine picking fresh veggies from your backyard

Real quality fresh herbs & vegetables

Imagine reducing your dependance on corporations

Imagine teaching your family about gardening

Having an attractive living display on your balcony

Imagine living more sustainably

You actually can grow your own food

We’ll show you how

Why a Mr Stacky Tower Farm?

Top Quality

Strong, durable and UV treated
Won’t crack or fade in the sun
Tried & tested worldwide
Large & prolific plant growth
Space saving modular design
Quality parts & accessories

Beginner Friendly

It’s simple and almost fool proof!
Set & forget automated watering
Coco coir is very forgiving
Can be used in various climates
Easy to set-up & maintain
Grows a wide variety of veggies
Comes with full instructions

Amazing Value

Comes with everything in 1 kit
(poles optional)
Incredible yield p/square meter
Looks great in your backyard
Can be scaled easily
Includes warranty on parts
Dedicated Australian Support

Check out the Results!

Additional information

Pot Size	Large (45cm width), Medium (33cm width)
Power	Electric, Solar, Water Mains
Nutrient Type	Hydroponic, Organic

38 reviews for 3 Tower DIY Garden Kits

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Craig

Rated 5 out of 5

July 15, 2022

We initially purchased 2x 5 Tier Towers and were impressed with the results so we purchased an additional 2x 5 Tier Vertical Towers earlier this year....More
We initially purchased 2x 5 Tier Towers and were impressed with the results so we purchased an additional 2x 5 Tier Vertical Towers earlier this year. We found the top tier of each Tower could be used for larger plants such as Squash, Kohlrabi, Kale, etc, so we took the top layer off 3 of the Towers and made a 5th smaller Tower. This also aided in reducing shading of our other pots around the Towers.

We had some issues through Summer, Autumn and early Winter with the excessive rain we copped here in Sydney which didn't allow us to keep the nutrients up in the Towers, so we got some quality organic fertiliser and mixed it into the Coir in the Towers and just applied the nutrient mix between rain periods.

As you can see from the photo, we have had some great results growing Kojlrabi, Kale, Radichhio, and Pak Choi in the DIY Tower! We also have Endive, Corn Salad, Rocket, and various types of Lettuce flourishing in the rest of the Towers!

These Towers are GREAT! They are real space savers and has enabled us to expand our garden with the limited space we have. Thanks to Mr Stacky, we are now able to grow more fresh produce, in the limited space we have, and enjoy eating food knowing how its grown!

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Peter

Rated 5 out of 5

August 14, 2021

Had a successful NFT system last season. Mr Stacky should be much simpler to maintain and certainly takes up less space. My 40 strawberry plants are ...More
Had a successful NFT system last season. Mr Stacky should be much simpler to maintain and certainly takes up less space.
My 40 strawberry plants are establishing nicely and as the warmer weather approaches, I am looking forward to the comparison. The broccoli at the base is looking good too.
Bring it on.

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mark mcilwain

Rated 5 out of 5

December 21, 2020

happy with the system, the 3 tower system is a set and forget model, currently growing strawberries, with a side setup of raspberries in growbags. Th...More
happy with the system, the 3 tower system is a set and forget model, currently growing strawberries, with a side setup of raspberries in growbags. The dosing system is extremely easy to use.

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Nicole

Rated 5 out of 5

October 13, 2020

I have wanted the addition of a vegetable garden to our yard since our early landscaping began about 7 years ago. In a residential backyard we already...More
I have wanted the addition of a vegetable garden to our yard since our early landscaping began about 7 years ago. In a residential backyard we already have numerous fruit trees and with young children we did not find we had the space for large plots to grow our own vegetables. I recently came across Mr Stacky and was convinced it was our perfect solution. We purchased a customised DIY tower kit. Install went really well and Mr Stacky has been more than helpful in responding to the few questions we did have. I have popped the first seedlings into the towers and will be adding seeds over the coming weeks. I look forward to harvesting our first crops over the coming months.

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Helen

Rated 5 out of 5

September 14, 2020

Been so happy with our 3 tower system, that we are about to purchase a 9 tower system! It's early in spring in Melb at the moment, so plants are still...More
Been so happy with our 3 tower system, that we are about to purchase a 9 tower system! It's early in spring in Melb at the moment, so plants are still small, but they are growing so fast with the recent sunshine. We have strawberries on top and then carrots, kale, lettuce, coriander and parsley all grown from seed. We found the system pretty easy to set up with the instructions provided and it has been very little maintenance. Perfect to get growing on our steep block where trying to create veggie beds has been nearly impossible.

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Jacques

Rated 5 out of 5

August 11, 2020

Great little package, all inclusive. Delivery was fast and instructions to erect simple.
Very happy with this purchase..

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Leyland Roberts

Rated 5 out of 5

August 11, 2020

Hi Lee here...from Noosa Heads QLD. I purchased a 3 Tower system back in June and have been growing throughout winter with great results. Massive Zuc...More
Hi Lee here...from Noosa Heads QLD. I purchased a 3 Tower system back in June and have been growing throughout winter with great results. Massive Zuchini's, Kale, Lettuce, Spring Onion, Strawberries, Beans and more... I've never had the same results with traditional gardening and other hydronponic methods. Thanks Mr Stacky for making gardening life more easier and pleasurable. Take a look at the pic of my Zuchina's which have taking just two months through winter to grow. The veggies are delicious!

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Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5

July 13, 2020

Thank you, I will when it starts growing well, at the moment it is still only seedlings (I only set it up a week ago, the universe was against me)! I...More
Thank you, I will when it starts growing well, at the moment it is still only seedlings (I only set it up a week ago, the universe was against me)! I’m still working on the watering timer. I also had to change the top rail to make it more sturdy (birds perch on it and causing it to lean). Not a problem I’d have if it was in the ground but it is in pots on wheels in case it has to be moved (it’s a dog jumping prevention wall at the moment). The water has floating plants on it too, I have a long trough and don’t want it to get algae. I think I should have removed the palm in the middle pot before using it!

Have fun,
Amanda
P.S. Everyone who visits has been impressed by it, just wait unitl it really gets going!!

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Lee

Rated 5 out of 5

July 11, 2020

It's going great. See pics attached.
Lee

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James

Rated 5 out of 5

July 3, 2020

Great product and fast delivery easy to follow instructions. I’ve recommended to family. Love it. Have 2 towers with herbs and leaf crops and 1 ...More
Great product and fast delivery easy to follow instructions. I’ve recommended to family. Love it. Have 2 towers with herbs and leaf crops and 1 with capsicum and tomato and cucumber. May need to upgrade soon 😊👍🏼 Thx

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