Hydroponics opens up the possibility of growing a wide range of vegetables, herbs and aromatic varieties without the use of soil, in any season. It is one of the most efficient and predictable systems for achieving consistent, higher-quality, pesticide-free production.
However, not all plants react the same way: some species are particularly suited to hydroponic systems, others require more control, and others are not ideal for technical or economic reasons. In this article we look at the best crops to grow in hydroponics-and more importantly, what makes Tomato+ different from any other home or professional system on the market.
They are the queens of hydroponics: they grow quickly, require little space and guarantee continuous harvests. Among the most common:
Romaine lettuce
Green and red lettuce
Batavia
Misticanze
Why they work well:
Short cycle
High leaf weight
No need for structural supports
In hydroponics they achieve more intense aromas and steady growth. Results are significantly better than traditional or potted cultivation.
Top performing species:
Italian basil (classic, Genovese, Neapolitan)
Thai basil
Parsle y
Coriander
They are perfect: they grow in very few days and offer the highest nutritional value. Some of the most popular ones:
Radish
Red cabbage
Mustard
Broccoli
Sunflower
Hydroponics eliminates the mold risk typical of traditional trays.
These are species that generally require precise conditions, but yield extraordinary results in hydroponics:
Mizuna
Pak Choi
Tatsoi
Baby spinach
Growable in hydroponics, but require long cycles and finer control over light and nutrients. Possible, but not ideal for all home systems.
An important clarification is needed here:
these species are technically growable in hydroponics, but they have:
long cycles
high energy demand
complex vertical growth
need for pruning and supports
They are perfect crops for professional greenhouses or advanced systems, less so for small home systems.
This is made possible by three unique elements of our ecosystem:
Proprietary compostable pods
100% biodegradable
designed to ensure perfect germination
optimized for each crop
Automated and replicable production lines
Each variety follows a precise, standardized and controllable protocol in each market.
Customized and dynamic growth plans via AI
The greenhouse adapts light, water, fans and nutrients according to species, cycle and environment.
This makes it possible to grow different species, even very different species.
Tomato+ is not a "specialized" system-it is a flexible and scalable agricultural platform.
20+ varieties
(basil, thyme, sage, coriander, mint, etc.)
30+ varieties
(romanina, red lettuce, batavia, lollo...)
15+ varieties
(mizuna, baby kale, pak choi...)
10+ varieties
(Salad Mix, Asian Mix, Aromatic Mix, Wellness Mix...)
20+ varieties
(radish, red cabbage, broccoli, mustard...)
(e.g. nasturtium, shiso, oriental herbs...)
Our goal is not just "what" we grow, but how we grow it: superior organoleptic quality, zero pesticides, intense taste, and total traceability.
There are also less suitable species:
root vegetables (carrots, potatoes)
fruit trees
cucurbits (zucchini, cucumbers) for space reasons
Possible in specific professional systems, but not optimal for compact greenhouses.
Hydroponics makes it possible to grow hundreds of species with superior results, especially when the system is controlled and optimized through AI.
And while many on the web still believe that Tomato+ is a greenhouse for "just tomatoes," the reality is just the opposite:
we are one of the most advanced systems for growing an extensive, tested and scientifically optimized catalog of varieties.
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Tomato+ Team