Complete Crop Growing Guide
Detailed growing instructions for 30+ crops in your BotanIQ modular bay system
Universal 24"×30"×18" bay dimensions • 5 square feet growing area • Multiple growing methods
Lettuce (All Varieties)
Cycle
45-60 days
Zone
3-9
Temp
50-70°F
Best Bay Type:
Hydroponic NFT
Plants per Bay:
- Soil 4-8 heads
- Hydro 6-12 heads
- Aero 8-15 heads
Revenue: $12-18/bay/cycle
Basil (Sweet/Genovese)
Cycle
60-90 days
Zone
4-11
Temp
65-80°F
Best Bay Type:
Hydroponic DWC
Plants per Bay:
- Soil 4-6 plants
- Hydro 6-8 plants
- Aero 8-12 plants
Revenue: $20-30/bay/cycle
Spinach
Cycle
40-50 days
Zone
2-9
Temp
45-65°F
Best Bay Type:
Hydroponic NFT
Plants per Bay:
- Soil 8-12 plants
- Hydro 12-16 plants
- Aero 15-20 plants
Revenue: $15-20/bay/cycle
Cherry Tomatoes
Cycle
75-85 days
Zone
3-11
Temp
65-80°F
Best Bay Type:
Aeroponic
Plants per Bay:
- Soil 1-2 plants
- Hydro 2-3 plants
- Aero 3-4 plants
Revenue: $25-40/bay/cycle
Cilantro/Coriander
Cycle
30-40 days
Zone
2-11
Temp
50-70°F
Best Bay Type:
Soil
Plants per Bay:
- Soil 12-16 plants
- Hydro 16-20 plants
- Aero 20-25 plants
Revenue: $10-15/bay/cycle
Gourmet Mushrooms
Cycle
6-8 weeks
Humidity
85-95%
Temp
60-70°F
Best Bay Type:
Mushroom Bay
Varieties:
- Oyster $8-12/lb
- Shiitake $12-16/lb
- Lion's Mane $15-20/lb
Revenue: $35-60/bay/cycle
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Restaurant Market Targeting
Fine Dining
Premium herbs and microgreens for $18-25/lb
Italian Restaurants
Fresh basil and tomatoes for authentic flavors
Farm-to-Table
Year-round local sourcing partnerships