Growing Peas (Pisum sativum) in Indoor Farming - Evidence Review
Peas (Pisum sativum) are an annual plant, meaning they complete their entire life cycle within one year, within the family Fabaceae. This
Category: Crop information
Growing crops in indoor, controlled environments can be challenging for growers unfamiliar with the optimal growing parameters for a given plant. Here we offer a comprehensive collection of information sheets that introduce individual crops, explaining the essential principles, practical steps, and environmental factors required to successfully cultivate a range of plants within vertical and indoor farms.
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) Production - Evidence Review
Lettuce is an annual plant, which is believed to have originated from a wild ancestor in the Caucasus. It was then brought
Growing Dill (Anethum graveolens) - Evidence Review
Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an annual herb, which is in the same family as celery, coriander, parsnips and fennel. It is native
Growing Cress (Lepidium sativum) Evidence Review - The Archetypal Microgreen
Cress (Lepidium sativum) is a fast growing annual herb. It is often referred to as Garden Cress to avoid confusion with Watercress
Cultivating Coriander / Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) - Evidence Review
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) - known as Cilantro in the US - is a small herb with an annual life cycle. It grows as a
Growing Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) - Evidence Review
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) is a perennial plant, meaning its lifespan lasts longer than 2 years, found in the wild across North America
Growing Chard in Indoor Farming Systems
Choosing chard as an indoor farming crop is increasingly common, as growers look for leafy crops alternatives to lettuce. Chard, also known
Chard Production (Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris) – Evidence Review
Chard, also known as Swiss Chard, is the name given to the leafy vegetables of the plant Beta vulgaris, specifically of the
How to Grow Basil in Indoor Growing Systems
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of the most widely cultivated herbs in the world, prized for its aromatic leaves, rapid growth, and
How to Grow Rocket (Arugula) in Indoor Growing Systems
Rocket (Eruca sativa), also known as arugula, is a leafy green belonging to the Brassicaceae family. It is prized for its peppery
How to Grow Amaranth in Indoor Growing Systems
Amaranth (Amaranthus spp) is a resilient and versatile plant that has been cultivated for thousands of years, prized for both its nutrient-