| Lettuce |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Ideal for beginners, prefers cool temperatures |
| Spinach |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Requires lower temperature for optimal growth |
| Basil |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Prone to downy mildew, good air circulation helps |
| Tomatoes |
128-256 |
N-P-K 5-18-38 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Requires support structures for vine growth |
| Strawberries |
64-128 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Use day-neutral or everbearing varieties |
| Bell Peppers |
128-256 |
N-P-K 5-18-38 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Requires support structures, large container |
| Cucumbers |
128-256 |
N-P-K 5-18-38 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Requires support structures, large container |
| Chard |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Ideal for beginners, prefers cool temperatures |
| Kale |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Ideal for beginners, prefers cool temperatures |
| Arugula |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Fast-growing, prefers cool temperatures |
| Mint |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Invasive, grow in a separate container |
| Parsley |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Prefers cool temperatures, slow to germinate |
| Cabbage |
64-128 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Requires a larger container for head formation |
| Oregano |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth |
| Thyme |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Well-suited for hydroponics, slow to germinate |
| Lavender |
32-64 |
N-P-K 8-15-36 + calcium nitrate |
6.0-6.8 |
Requires good air circulation, prefers dry leaves |
| Jalapeños |
128-256 |
N-P-K 5-18-38 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Requires support structures, large container |
| Poblanos |
128-256 |
N-P-K 5-18-38 + calcium nitrate |
5.5-6.5 |
Requires support structures, large container |
