Plant Tower 3+1

GARTENDEK Plant Tower 3+1 — compact modular vertical growing tower. 3 tiers + 1 reservoir. 12 planting inserts (4 per tier). Diameter 425 mm, height ~620 mm, weight ~3.5 kg. No electricity — gravity watering via T-valve.

Price: €60.50. UV-stabilized PP #5. Colors: Anthracite, Terracotta, Beige. Indoor/outdoor. Carton 400×400×320 mm. Made in Slovenia (EU) by Kumplast.

Central Cone Gravity Watering System

1. Fill the top reservoir (~5 litres)
2. Open the T-valve — water flows through the central cone of each tier
3. The cone distributes water evenly around each tier circumference
4. Excess water drains down to the next tier
5. Remaining water collects in the base tray for reuse

T-valve positions 0–5: position 1 = slow drip; position 5 = rapid fill.

Assembly — No Tools, 3–5 Minutes

1. Place base tray on flat surface
2. Stack reservoir unit on base
3. Add planting tiers one by one
4. Install T-valve with metal clip (position 0)
5. Place top cover
6. Fill inserts with substrate, plant, insert into pockets
7. Fill reservoir with ~5 L water, open valve briefly, close and top up

Removable Planting Inserts

Each tier holds 4 removable inserts (~700 ml each):

• Crop isolation — separate inserts prevent competition
• Phytosanitary control — remove one diseased insert without disturbing others
• Flexible rotation — swap inserts between tiers or towers mid-season

Dimensions

Important: Place tower in final location before filling. Do not move when filled.

Packaging & Delivery

• Carton box: 400 × 400 × 320 mm — standard parcel
• Contents: base tray, reservoir with cover, 3 tiers with cones, 12 inserts, T-valve with clip, instructions
• Dispatch: 1–3 business days from Slovenia
• Carriers: DPD / Pošta Slovenije. COD available.

Upgrade Path

• Add tiers — expand to 4 or 5 (same 425 mm, sold separately)
• Automatic watering — separate model 3+1+pump+timer (€109.50)
• All tiers interchangeable across entire tower range

UV-Stabilized Food-Safe Polypropylene (PP #5)

All components are manufactured from polypropylene (PP) with UV stabilizers — recycling code ♻ 5 PP. One of the safest polymers, used in food packaging, medical devices, and garden products.

Key Material Properties

Safe for Edible Crops

PP #5 approved by FDA and EFSA (EU Regulation EC 1935/2004) for direct food contact. Growing herbs, strawberries, and vegetables is safe for human consumption. No BPA, no phthalates.

Manufacturing

Produced by Kumplast d.o.o. (Slovenia) via injection molding — the company's core specialization for 30+ years. REACH compliance verified by TÜV Rheinland.

Durability

• Frost-resistant to −20 °C
• UV-stable for outdoor use year-round
• Declared service life: 10+ years
• Maintenance: rinse with water between seasons
• Fully recyclable cardboard packaging — no foam, no bubble wrap

Comparison with Alternatives

Kitchen Herb Garden

Basil, parsley, mint, thyme, dill, oregano, chives — 12 herbs on your kitchen counter. Cut what you need seconds before cooking. No packaging, no wilting, no waste.

Balcony & Terrace Mini-Farm

A full vertical garden on 40 × 40 cm. Grow strawberries, cherry tomatoes, leafy salads, flowers. The 620 mm height fits under most balcony railings.

Children's Educational Garden

Visible inserts and observable watering make the 3+1 an excellent educational tool. Children watch roots develop and water flow through the cone.

Indoor Winter Growing

With supplemental LED lighting (12–14 h/day), supports year-round growing of microgreens, herbs, and leafy greens — even in Central European winters.

Gift & Starter Set

At €60.50 — the most affordable complete vertical garden in the GARTENDEK range. Ideal gift for gardening beginners or eco-conscious friends.

Loggia, Hallway, Greenhouse

No wall mounting, no drainage connection. Place on any flat surface — loggia, hallway, greenhouse bench, or terrace.

Decorative & Ornamental

Anthracite, Terracotta, Beige integrate into modern or Mediterranean interiors. Petunias, begonias, and lobelias create a stunning vertical display.

Microgreens & Hydroponics

Fill inserts with LECA, perlite, or coco coir and grow microgreens with nutrient solution — no soil required.

Environmental Impact

Every harvest from a GARTENDEK tower eliminates: transport CO₂ (herbs travel 1,500–3,000 km to supermarket), single-use plastic clamshells (~150–200/year per household), refrigeration energy, and 30–40% food spoilage. Over 10 years: ~500–1,500 kg CO₂-eq saved, ~1,500–2,000 plastic containers eliminated. Water consumption 60–80% lower than watering 12 individual pots. PP #5 is 100% recyclable at end of life.

The Plant Tower 3+1 is the entry-level model in the vertical plant tower range — smallest, lightest, most affordable, and the only model requiring no electricity.

Full Range Comparison

Selection Logic

• Simplest & cheapest start → 3+1
• Automatic watering, compact size → 3+1+pump+timer
• More plants, no electricity → 4+1 or 5+1
• Maximum capacity + automation → 5+1+pump+timer

All models share the same 425 mm tier diameter and planting inserts. Tiers are fully interchangeable across all models.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GARTENDEK Plant Tower 3+1?
A compact modular vertical growing system: 3 planting tiers + gravity-fed water reservoir. 12 plants on 40 × 40 cm. No electricity.

Does it require electricity?
No. Gravity-fed watering via manual T-valve. For automatic watering choose the 3+1+pump+timer model.

What plants can I grow?
Herbs (basil, mint, parsley, thyme, dill, oregano), leafy salads, strawberries, microgreens, compact cherry tomatoes, decorative flowers. Not recommended for root vegetables or deep-root plants.

Can I use it indoors?
Yes — kitchen, hallway, loggia, and outdoors on balcony, terrace, greenhouse. For winter indoor growing, supplemental LED lighting recommended.

How often do I add water?
Every 2–5 days depending on temperature, plant type, season. Reservoir holds ~5 litres.

Is it safe for growing food?
Yes. PP #5 — FDA and EFSA approved for food contact. No BPA, no phthalates. REACH compliance by TÜV Rheinland.

Can I add more tiers later?
Yes. Expand from 3 to 4 or 5 tiers — additional tiers sold separately, same 425 mm diameter.

Can I upgrade to automatic watering?
The base 3+1 cannot be retrofitted with a pump. For automatic watering, the 3+1+pump+timer (€109.50) is a separate model. Planting tiers and inserts are shared.

How long does assembly take?
3–5 minutes. No tools required.

What are the dimensions?
Diameter 425 mm, height ~620 mm, weight ~3.5 kg empty, ~17–20 kg filled.

Where is it manufactured?
Slovenia (EU) by Kumplast d.o.o. — injection molding specialists for 30+ years.

What warranty is included?
12 months on every unit.