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If you don’t have pallets then you can plant directly in ground!
List of crops with explanations for the placement on the top, middle, and lower levels of the vertical pallets, along with the estimated number of seeds to plant and the estimated yield for each crop:
September – December:
Top Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 30-40 cm):
– Lettuce, Rocket, Onions:
Positioned on the top level, these crops provide easy access for harvesting and space for growth.
Estimated Seeds/Sets: 200-300 lettuce seeds, 200-300 rocket seeds, 200-300 onion sets/seeds.
Yield: Several heads of lettuce, frequent harvests of rocket leaves, multiple onions per plant.
**(Top Level for easy harvesting, continuous growth)**
– Kale, Swiss Chard: These leafy greens are suited for the top level, offering continuous leaf harvests.
Estimated Seeds: 100-150.
Yield: Frequent harvests of leaves. **(Top Level for leafy greens)**
Middle Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 20-30 cm):
– Garlic, Carrots, Beets: Positioned on the middle level, these crops develop well and yield multiple bulbs, carrots, and beetroots.
Estimated Seeds/Cloves: 50-100 garlic cloves, 300-400 carrot seeds, 200-300 beetroot seeds.
Yield: Multiple garlic bulbs, several carrots and beetroots per plant. **(Middle Level for root crops)**
Lower Level of Vertical Pallet (Directly on Ground, Minimal Soil Depth Needed):
– Cabbage: Positioned on the ground level, cabbages develop heads with adequate space for growth.
Estimated Seeds: 100-150 cabbage seeds.
Yield: One cabbage head per plant. **(Lower Level for head development)**
– Maize (Corn): 200-300 seeds,
Yield: Several ears per plant. **(Lower Level for height and support)**
– Brussels Sprouts: These are also positioned on the lower level for proper development.
Estimated Seeds: 100-150 Brussels sprouts seeds.
Yield: Multiple Brussels sprouts per plant. **(Lower Level for compact growth)**
January – February:
Top Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 30-40 cm):
– Brinjals (Eggplants): 100-150 seeds,
Yield: Multiple eggplants per plant. **(Top Level for vertical growth)**
– Basil and Coriander: 100-200 seeds,
Yield: Frequent harvests of leaves. **(Top Level for easy harvesting)**
– Rocket (Arugula), Cherry Tomatoes: 200-300 rocket seeds, 150-200 cherry tomato seeds,
Yield: Frequent harvests of leaves, 10-15 pounds per plant. **(Top Level for leafy growth, easy access)**
– Leek, Garlic Chives: 100-150 leek seeds, 100-200 garlic chive seeds,
Yield: Multiple leeks and frequent harvests of garlic chive leaves. **(Top Level for vertical growth)**
– Squash, Chili: 50-100 squash seeds, 100-150 chili seeds,
Yield: Multiple squashes and chilies per plant. **(Top Level for trailing vines)**
– Sweet Potatoes, Spinach: 50-100 sweet potato slips, 200-300 spinach seeds,
Yield: Multiple sweet potatoes, frequent harvests of spinach leaves. **(Top Level for trailing vines, leafy greens)**
Middle Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 20-30 cm):
– Tomatoes: 150-200 seeds, Yield: 10-20 pounds per plant. **(Middle Level for sturdy support)**
– Peppers: 100-150 seeds, Yield: Multiple peppers per plant. **(Middle Level for sturdy support)**
– Lettuce: 200-300 seeds, Yield: Several heads per plant. **(Middle Level for easy harvesting)**
– Red Pepper and Green Pepper: 100-150 seeds, Yield: Multiple peppers per plant. **(Middle Level for sturdy support)**
Lower Level of Vertical Pallet (Directly on Ground, Minimal Soil Depth Needed):
– Maize (Corn): 200-300 seeds,
Yield: Several ears per plant. **(Lower Level for height and support)**
– Beans: 400-600 seeds,
Yield: Bush beans: 1-2 pounds per plant, Pole beans: 2-4 pounds per plant. **(Lower Level for climbing support)**
March – April:
Top Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 30-40 cm):
– Broccoli, Cauliflower: 100-150 broccoli seeds, 100-150 cauliflower seeds,
Yield: One head of broccoli and cauliflower per plant. **(Top Level for head development)**
– Green Peas: 200-300 green pea seeds,
Yield: Around 2-3 pounds per plant. **(Top Level for vertical growth)**
– Brussels Sprouts: 100-150 Brussels sprouts seeds,
Yield: Multiple Brussels sprouts per plant. **(Top Level for compact growth)**
– Cilantro (Coriander), Parsley: 100-200 cilantro and parsley seeds,
Yield: Frequent harvests of leaves. **(Top Level for easy harvesting)**
Middle Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 20-30 cm):
– Beetroot: 200-300 beetroot seeds,
Yield: Multiple beetroots per plant. **(Middle Level for root development)**
– Garlic, Carrots, Beets: 50-100 garlic cloves, 300-400 carrot seeds, 200-300 beetroot seeds,
Yield: Multiple garlic bulbs, several carrots and beetroots per plant. **(Middle Level for root crops)**
– Spinach, Radishes: Add spinach and radishes to the middle level for variety.
Estimated Seeds: 200-300 spinach seeds, 200-300 radish seeds.
Yield: Frequent harvests of spinach leaves, multiple radishes per plant. **(Middle Level for leafy greens and root crops)**
Lower Level of Vertical Pallet (Directly on Ground, Minimal Soil Depth Needed):
– Cabbage: 100-150 cabbage seeds,
Yield: One cabbage head per plant. **(Lower Level for head development)**
– Maize (Corn): 200-300 seeds,
Yield: Several ears per plant. **(Lower Level for height and support)**
– Potatoes: 300-400 potato seeds,
Yield: Multiple potatoes per plant. **(Lower Level for tuber growth)**
May – August:
Top Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 30-40 cm):
– Blueberries: Positioned on the top level for easy access to the berries.
Yield: Harvests of blueberries. **(Top Level for fruit development)**
– Lettuce, Spinach: Continue growing lettuce and spinach on the top level for a constant supply of leafy greens.
Estimated Seeds: 200-300 lettuce seeds, 200-300 spinach seeds.
Yield: Several heads of lettuce, frequent harvests of spinach leaves. **(Top Level for easy harvesting, continuous growth)**
– Strawberries: Continue harvesting strawberries from the top level. **(Top Level for easy access to berries)**
Middle Level of Vertical Pallet (Recommended Soil Depth: 20-30 cm):
– Peas, Green Beans: Add peas and green beans to the middle level for legume variety.
Estimated Seeds: 200-300 pea seeds, 200-300 green bean seeds.
Yield: Green peas: 2-3 pounds per plant, green beans: 2-4 pounds per plant. **(Middle Level for climbing support, variety)**
Lower Level of Vertical Pallet (Directly on Ground, Minimal Soil Depth Needed):
– Carrots, Beets: Continue growing carrots and beets on the lower level.
Estimated Seeds: 300-400 carrot seeds, 200-300 beetroot seeds.
Yield: Several carrots and beetroots per plant. **(Lower Level for root crops)**
– Maize (Corn): 200-300 seeds,
Yield: Several ears per plant. **(Lower Level for height and support)**
**Year-Round:**
Future: – Chickens: Incorporate a small flock of around 4-6 hens for fresh eggs and soil enrichment. Chickens can thrive year-round. About 5 eggs per day.
With these recommendations for soil depth, you can create optimal growing conditions for each level of your vertical pallet garden, ensuring healthy plant development and bountiful yields.
