Grades 6–12 (Kit)
Engineer your own aeroponic system! In the lesson Aeroponic Engineering and Vertical Farming, students apply the Engineering Design Process to design, build, and refine an aeroponic garden for growing food crops. This hands-on kit provides essential components to complete the challenge and can be added to a 5-gallon bucket (not included) to create a functional growing system.
This activity introduces students to vertical farming, sustainable agriculture, and engineering concepts. Great for classrooms exploring STEM, plant science, engineering design, or ag tech careers.
Kit Contents
- 396 GPH submersible water pump (actual model may vary)
- 1/2" sprinkler riser
- Shrub head sprinkler
- 8 – 2" net slit pots
- 8 – 2" cloning collars
- Timer (for water pump)
Additional Supplies (Not Included)
- 5-gallon food-grade bucket with opaque lid
- Drill
- 2" hole saw
- Extension cord and/or power strip
- Hydroponic nutrient solution (e.g., General Hydroponics FloraGro or DIY mix)
- Seedling plants
- Grow light or access to a greenhouse
Lesson Plans
Use this kit with our featured lesson: Aeroponic Engineering and Vertical Farming.
Explore more companion lessons on the National Agricultural Literacy Curriculum Matrix.
Extend the Learning
Challenge students to experiment with different nutrients, plant varieties, or light cycles and document their results. Pair with the Arduino Controlled Relay Kit to automate your pump schedule or with the SpaceLite (Plant Light) Kit for optimal growth lighting.
