In the lesson Aeroponic Engineering and Vertical Farming, students use the Engineering Design Process to develop and construct an aeroponic garden to grow a food crop. Add the Aeroponic Garden Kit to a 5 gallon bucket (not included) to complete the design challenge.
Materials Included:
396 GPH submersible water pump (actual pump may be different than the one shown)
1/2 sprinkler riser
Shrub head sprinkler
2" net slit pots
2" cloning collars
Timer (for the water pump)
Materials to Gather (Not Included):
5 Gallon food grade bucket with lid (opaque)
Drill
2" hole saw
Extension cord and or power strip
Hydroponic nutrient solution
This can be purchased (we tested General Hydroponics FloraGro) or you can mix your own)
Seedling plants
Grow light or a greenhouse