My Greenstalk Vertical Planter Review after 3 YEARS of use! | Gardening Tips and Advice

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[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Greenstalk Planter (5 Tier Original on SALE until May 10! This is the lowest price of the year!) : Use the code ROOTS10 to receive an additional $10 off: lddy.no/6xhd

[@unnamed2737]

Darn, you twisted my arm lol.

[@maryellenwilson9214]

I’m in!

[@PixiePrincessBrat]

Hoping I can get one this round, thank you Jess for all you do

[@carrieheffington]

What did I just do??!! I'll be planting my first salad in 3-5 business days 😂

[@mikedashortz8398]

Off topic question...where do you and Jill get those headbands? I'm obsessed! 😍

[@jam_is_jammin]

I have been using the Greenstalk planters since last summer and I have a watering tip. I hate lifting a 5 gallon bucket to water. So I plug the center hole in the top reservoir with a reusable wine bottle stopper. Then I fill the reservoir with the garden hose. When the water reaches the fill line I remove the wine stopper and let the reservoir empty. This is easier for me.

[@DanceintheRaine666]

This is SO HIGHLY INTELLIGENT. Thank you.

[@sandralafond3818]

I do the same!

[@deborahvrtis4428]

Great idea! I’ve got a bad back & anything like this helps

[@nycowgirl22306]

You can also use the little black cap that comes with your Greenstalk....it is meant to go over the drain spout on the bottom. I will put that over the center hole and then remove it as stated, once it gets to the level line I need

[@PorchGardeningWithPassion]

Cool idea!

[@blondie7740]

One of my tricks for my permanent containers is to pick up earthworms after a rainstorm and distribute them into my pots. It's a great way to help keep the soil from compacting and add nutrients back into the soil.

[@gelwood99]

I do the same thing in my raised beds and my greenstalk!

[@ItsAlwaysSummer]

I do that too 🙂

[@pandorafox3944]

I did too! 😂 Whatever it takes.

[@macrocoachkellimichelle]

Thank you for this!

[@LittleFlowerLittleWay]

I was thinking about trying to introduce some worms into mine when I get them... Do you find that they die off? I would love to have a way to keep them going without investing in a GardenTowerProject2 planter...

[@hannahviolette4553]

I just got my first Greenstalk and am nearly ready to plant my starts...which I grew from seed! I am a 52-year old baby gardener and am starting where I am!

[@dawnonthefarm]

Thank you for mentioning the wheelchair gardeners. My mom is a gardener, and she uses a wheelchair. Container gardening is her hobby that keeps her occupied all summer and I think I've just decided on her Christmas gift 😉

[@dayleneyandell7937]

The Rusted Gardener suggested if you are worried about a wind storm, to water the green stalk it gives it extra weight to help keep if from falling over.

[@narroweve]

I placed mine in front of my front steps so I can anchor with bungee cords to the iron railings if bad weather is on the way.

[@karenfisk6417]

Great review

[@suebynum9113]

I stopped this video as soon as you said less than $100. Ordered my second one because the price was what I paid for the first one. I bought that the year you recorded assembling the black one. I love mine and recommend it!

[@SeededandRooted]

Lol me too I said hold on Jess gotta go order mine

[@schex9]

I wish the new Leaf was the same price. I ordered the original, but I think I will wish I had the Leaf.

[@PorchGardeningWithPassion]

The price has certainly jumped up since this video was made. It still looks really cool! 👊🏻🌻👊🏻

[@JBurns-kg4ek]

I just wanted to add, Greenstalk does offer a military discount. I was hesitant in investing a lot of money into their Grow it all bundle to share with family, but their kindness in offering a homesteading military family a discount is now a no brainer. Thank you for your review Jess!

[@JessicaHolmes]

Thanks for putting that out there! We’re a military family stationed at Bragg - I just started our home garden since moving off-post, but this would be great for base housing! I might get one for greens & other container-friendly produce since we are a plant based family 💚 Thanks for sharing!!

[@JBurns-kg4ek]

Well thank you all for your service! My hubby's going on 16 years in the Air Force. LOTS of moving and hoping we'll at least raise our 3 little ones at our current home. We have loads of potential for all kinds of gardening. Greenstalk will just add more variety! Enjoy and good luck with everything!

[@TracisGarden]

Yes I contacted them also about a military discount! I just emailed their customer service and asked 😃

[@SeededandRooted]

Is the price better with the military discount or the 10% off, my sister is in the Navy and she wants one?

[@TracisGarden]

@@SeededandRooted most coupon codes are $10 off. When I bought my first ones I bought 2 so the % off military discount was better. I think if she’s buying just one on sale it’s about the same

[@texascajun4023]

I live in SE Texas.....I have never had a problem with them blowing over from storms or tornados.😇

[@Dot2TrotsLowCarbLiving]

I purchased my first one 2 months ago and I love it. It's filled with herbs, strawberries, peas and calendulas. I love it. So easy to use and doesn't take up a lot of space on my deck.

[@jenniferarmer106]

Which one did you purchase for the peas

[@BootsandBountyHomestead]

Hey Jess...any plants or cuttings you want to take with you, you could move them in the greenstalk and transplant them when you get there! Ha! You can grow melons and cucumbers on them and set them by a fence and let them attach to it and grow.

[@bethanyfields4706]

I found mine USED and I consider it one of the best garden blessings I could have been Shown! 🌱🌱🌱♥️♥️♥️

[@garlicgirl3149]

What?!?!?

[@suebynum9113]

I am looking forward to watching you build that new homestead. It will be great to watch an expert start from scratch!

[@darlenebarnes1318]

OMGOSH!!! I thought no one spent as much time researching a product before buying it as I do! I guess I was wrong. Thanks for making me realize I'm not alone 🙂

[@saltlifemom8386]

Purchased as a thank you for friends watching our home & pets while we are on my Bucket List roadtrip. She is an avid Gardner but with very little space and mostly containers only. I think she will be SO thrilled with this but would never spend the money on herself. This family will absolutely refuse any monetary compensation from us but I think she will go bonkers for this. Thank you again for sharing. God Bless

[@tracir3072]

That is the kindest!!!

[@garlicgirl3149]

How sweet 🎉!!!

[@donnaatchison575]

Last year I planted 3 successions of bush beans in my Greenstalk. It was sooooo easy to pick them and the plants were very prolific even with two plants per pocket. I planted the next succession beans a week or so before I needed to cut the older plants out.

[@hermittao]

Thank You for the “Code”; I’ve used it 4 times; the 4th today. I gave my nephew a set I hadn’t unboxed yesterday.

[@trishaprice3563]

You just make me so happy listening to you talk about things you are passionate about! Thank you for making me feel better today with your uplifting smile and words.

[@lindacasey1126]

I remember when you gave your Mom the green stalk for Mother's day. Happy Mother's Day to you both! 🌺🌸🌹

[@Engwadur]

If you miss this sale, the black Friday sale has been really awesome each year too.

[@Doss2k]

I am really considering one for strawberries and one for leafy greens. I had a strawberry plant in a small pot that I brought into my garage over winter here in NC and didnt do much with it, but it survived all winter and is already putting out strawberries now. Made me think maybe I could get one of these and move it into my garage over winter and roll it outside in the warm afternoons and maybe keep getting strawberries all year long. Same with the leafy greens.

[@Cheriesgardenvegplot]

I've just ordered a Greenstalk.

[@josiescott6747]

With Bear 🐻 being your shadow it looked like you had a tail at 2:00 😂 such a good boy

[@patriciamoore3156]

😄 I saw that also!! And wondered if anyone else noticed!! Lol

[@eileenalix8265]

Thank you. I‘ve wanted one for strawberries for a while. Seeing yours and all of the plants your mom has have inspired me to want a few more.

[@reclypes6296]

Your mommas tier is like WHOOOOOW!! How did she even do that????

[@maryellenwilson9214]

It was so easy! I even grew melons from it., mine has never blown over. I love it. I do recommend the worm castings! Amazing

[@erinsmakes2933]

@@maryellenwilson9214 I am considering doing the bottom tiers of mine in melons and just letting them vine across the yard we have

[@queenizzy01]

The wild streak is strong in jess’s family hahaha

[@messybunonabudget8773]

@@queenizzy01 that was exactly my thought! I love this family and their love of the garden and the thirst for knowledge, and joy in trying new things. And of course so thankful that we get to learn from it all.

[@savannanicoll1507]

Finally the roses bloomed!!! How gorgeous!

[@hidawayhomestead524]

We are so sisters on research and reviews. I feel I can never have to much information. Stay safe and God bless you my friend. 🌱🐷🐄🐐🐓🌱 Lisa

[@karenholt2641]

I just ordered mine with Jill's discount from her video and received mine today. Might order more for my daughter who is trying to buy a home with a yard so she can have a dog and grow a garden. Amazing to see her absorb my love of gardening and want to grow her own food as well.

[@kibibioyo906]

I don't know what is more awesome your MOM or the Greenstalk! lol

[@marilynryan7822]

Can’t praise this company enough!! Green stalk truly care about their customers. They have aFacebook page and they,the family, will jump on to answer questions and interact. They just don’t sell then forget ya. Can you tell how happy I am😌

[@melissabutts6694]

The video where u planted the kids garden for the last time with Ben I noticed how radiant your green stalk looked .... absolutely gorgeous

[@maytezaldivar8384]

I bought my GreenStalk for Mother’s Day with your coupon code for the past 2 years can’t wait for this year’s sale! 😍 💗 🥰 thanks!

[@jessywanders8829]

When is the sale?

[@WhiskeyTangoFarms]

I keep telling myself I don’t need a Greenstalk but you have officially convinced me I need one 🤣 I think that’s what I’ll ask for for Mother’s Day. ☺️ ~Kristin

[@roygbivire]

I just ordered one two days ago, good timing!!!! I'm so excited to get started, and stick my tongue out at the slugs here in the pacific northwest! - Fluffy Bloomers

[@lynnebeattie4829]

I agree with you! I always read lots of reviews before buying something!

[@goddessoftriplee]

Dammit Jess. I got one. I’ve been eyeing them for YEARS and well, if it’s something you love, I know I will too! I grow exclusively in containers so it’s perfect

[@paulhanson7329]

Just bought two. Excited to bring them inside during Minnesota winter to grow salads and micro greens. Thanks for the discount!

[@deloresochoa6235]

Thank you Jess for this review....awesome planters for senior citizens, me being one of them. I use mine for my strawberries. It's an excellent berry grower and keeps the berries hanging from the side and no bugs of any kind. The birds finally realized they had a berry bar, lol, but netting took care of that right away! Now, we did add three more of the five tier and planted more strawberry plants just two weeks ago. Looking forward to that harvest. I use just one five tier to plant veggies seed and then transplant the seedlings to the raised gardens or to the very tall planters. I can't bend down because of my back, so these methods have extended my garden time. I always feel the best in my garden. GOD bless you Jess and thank you for all your videos.

[@amynelsongreen3243]

I bought the original 5-tier over the winter and love what it’s done so far with strawberries, lettuce and herbs. This video is super helpful especially since you have used them for a few years now. There were a lot of videos released by gardeners on KZbin when they first came out (GS was thorough with their promo distributions!) but very few from those with longer term experience. Thanks, Jess!

[@mikedashortz8398]

Bought my first 5 tier this year, then bought a 3 tier, combined them so I now have two 4 tiered greenstalks. Got herbs, lettuce, chard, strawberries and spinach in both! Love them! Thanks for your extensive review! So happy to have found your channel! 💖

[@emptynestgardens9057]

To say that I wish I could order here in Canada🇨🇦 is an understatement. I'm so impressed by this review! Wow, the black one you've had for 3yrs and the colour hasn't faded!!

[@val2937]

Hey Roxanne - GreenStalk now ships to Canada!!!.....ordering mine soon. Yippeeee!

[@peggyjones7254]

Thanks so much, Jess. Just ordered 3 of them. Love you and your sweet family. So excited for all God is doing in your life.

[@brianfletcher7942]

A little in state pride knowing this is a Tennessee company.

[@patriciarosirfluer3201]

I’m so happy for you guys and your new adventure!

[@carolemiller3701]

Ordered a green stalk last week. I live in a condo and have a small patio to grow on. Have had many individual planters in the past but have been limited in how much I can plant. Looking forward to adding variety to my “garden” again ( had a decent size garden when I had my house).

[@lorrihernandez341]

You are such a treasure my sweet friend! You are so blessed with the gifts of teaching, encouraging and nurturing! Thanks for sharing your life, and letting everyone into your green classroom!😊

[@spaceedementia]

This looks sooooo worth it.. just ordered. Super excited. Thanks, Jess!

[@narroweve]

I bought the greenstalk leaf planter this year. My strawberries are doing great. I had a bed of naturalized strawberries that invasively spread everywhere. I was at the point last year that I wanted to pull them all up and compost them. I decided to try the leaf planter in order to get strawberries, and contain them easily.

[@carollanda5613]

Going to do strawberries, Would like to hear what fertilizer you use!

[@KimbesasCloset]

Going into Year 2 of my Greenstalk. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge 👍

[@robinnowak1682]

Just ordered mine yesterday! I'm so excited to get started! ❤

[@peggymoncrief386]

Jesse, I ordered one a year ago and loved it so much, I bought one for my daughter for her birthday and a new “leaf” greenstalk for me! I live I. A small RV community and my lot is entirely covered with pavers. I had my husband build me two raised beds for behind my Park Model and am having a ball with zucchini, lettuce, green beans, basil, squash etc.! I love my “lower 40”( the back of my house). I have all my pollinator, butterfly and hummingbird attracting flowers in the “upper40” (front of my house) in pots....loving my little homestead! Thank you for encouraging us “newbies”. Please list the soil you use and the fertilizer.

[@kathyw5701]

Ohhh Jess the Rose's are beautiful!! Thank you for sharing

[@jacquelineallan5723]

Thank you as always for sharing and teaching everyone. I love learning this stuff.

[@st2778]

Just got a greenstalk! I know I'm late to the game, but i have 5 acres and that keeps me busy for sure. Loved this versatile, informative video. New follower!

[@katrina2931]

I’m getting ready to put mine together this weekend. I’m happy to see a review and some ideas about what to put in it. Thank you.

[@theCrystalMHunter]

Well Jess I kept playing your greenstalk videos while crocheting or doing the dishes or picking up the toddler tornado and the husband got me 2 of the 7 tier leafs for Valentine's Day.

[@DigginWithDeej]

I ordered my 1st greenstalk today, woo hoo can't wait!

[@bianca318]

I ordered my first green stalk. So excited. Thanks for the review.

[@susanbackes4651]

I’ve been putting together my order for the last 3 days, this is perfect timing 😃

[@kayla6953]

The rose’s are beautiful!!! Love seeing you get excited about your greenstalk planters.

[@theweldonator]

Thank you so much for this Jes! Mom and I just ordered one and we can't wait to get this going with everything else!

[@DjChelan]

Oh #RootsToRefugeFarm, when I ordered 2 last fall for 2023 I for got to put in #Roots10! But no mater what my husband and I are having a Blast with our 2023 Crop so far, but the Fish Fertilizer ~~~~ LOL Big Mistake only do in the late night or early am before we want to enjoy our deck! Love you Jess and your amazing family and Team!!

[@dianebrock5837]

I just got my first green stalk getting so excited to watch it grow. Thank you for showing them. Have it on my deck with vegetables and flowers.

[@melaniewhittington7857]

Ordered mine finally. So excited that you are going over them😍😍😍

[@martharice4916]

I've been looking at getting a Greenstalk and you answered lots of my questions. Thanks so much!

[@viniceduring1402]

I grew spinach all winter with a tote and another 1 that is a 10 gal fish tank. Both survived and I live in NE. All is still growing great! Thank you.

[@ellie1334]

just bought two to be able to garden during a move. I am also moving and starting my new farm from scratch. You are such an inspiration in so many ways. Thank you!

[@jenika9465]

I bought two! Thanks for heads on up their sale and the $10 off! So dang excited to get these babies in the mail and get them planted : )

[@TheChittys]

I just love how much love you put into your garden. I was always if the mind set that a garden was just a garden and you have totally inspired me to make mine pretty. I can’t wait for the trellises to fill and my flowers to bloom ❤️

[@sunflowercowgirl2021]

I live in Colorado, have had 80mph winds and my greenstalk is STILL standing!! I am so impressed with them. I am about to order more.

[@veronicaselz5764]

👋Hi from Kiowa, CO!! My Greenstalk goes through our prairie winds just fine out here too👌. Though during the worst of storms, I have added water to make it heavier (just in case).🙂

[@Dog4lv2d]

I’m assuming you don’t have the wheel base in it.

[@savannahkowa1556]

Love yalls channel! Thank you so much for this! I just ordered 2 ❤️

[@VirginiaReyes1983]

Just ordered my first one, two days ago. . .now I want another because of the sale! Thank you for this treasure trove of info!! ❤️🌱

[@erincardoza1766]

Thank you so much for sharing this! My hubs got me a green stalk for mother's day and I can't wait to use it!!!

[@dianebrock7327]

I just love my green stalk can’t believe how wonderful they are watering them is fantastic thank you for sharing the planter information

[@karionhawkins3091]

I just ordered one for myself! Thank you for the code and the review 😀

[@lauralott5380]

I just set mine up for the first time yesterday. This helped so much!! Thank You!!

[@jeansegal5921]

I bought one this year for my leafy greens and I love it. I have been following you and seeing how much you enjoy using them. I think I may need a second one. Great sale and great coupon. Thanks again Jess

[@tmmontoya]

I’m convinced, been looking at them for a couple of weeks. Thanks for the thorough review and discount 😀🪴🌷

[@mz.lippey8791]

WOW! We are going to need this during this depression! Thanks Sweetie

[@deborahlawler6800]

We just moved to a new property that has been neglected for many years. I sadly decided that this year would have to be dedicated to preparation, cleaning, amending the soil, etc. My lovely husband saw this video and ordered me a Greenstalk for Mother's Day so now I can have a small garden right away. It arrived yesterday and I can't wait to plant it. I love watching your videos and look forward to following your upcoming adventures. So thank you for inspiring him to buy this for me and for sharing your life and lovely family with us.

[@angeladebruhl3510]

I'm going to order one of these for myself Friday! I have been wanting one forever! Thanks for your review and discount code! You are really an inspiration!

[@generationvintage9722]

Hey Jess!!! Just now got my 5 tier Green Stalk delivered! I am beyond excited to get it together & start growing in it. Thank you so much again for the recommendation & the discount. 🙏

[@LDuna1124]

What a timely video! I bought 2 very early this morning using your discount code. Thanks Jess!

[@maryblair3618]

I just ordered my first Green stalk and I'm really looking forward to using it! Thanks for the wonderful review!

[@kendalynmorris5753]

Just in time for this season. Great Vlog

[@sydneybrooks7419]

Love Love my green stalk!!! I’m getting yet another one for Mother’s Day!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kellyhawes8901]

Oh, I was thinking of ordering and low and behold your video came out! So very helpful, and answered some of my questions. Thanks!!🌱

[@Sweetcharity007]

My hubby got me one for mother's day! Thanks for the code and the inspirations.

[@willow3310]

Now I am even more excited to get my green stalks planted! I bought 2 of them a while back!

[@buffeysarber8467]

Love your videos! You are so sweet and informative!!! So excited for your move! God bless your family! 💕 the green stalk is def on my wish list! I love to plant n watch everything grow 😊

[@nicolesalazar6538]

I am soo excited to be able to give one to my mom for mother's day! I can't wait to see her reaction I hope she loves it and grows everything she wants to!

[@Cheeksmakeup]

I just bought one for myself for Mother’s Day with your link the other day! This is perfect!

[@charlottedawson850]

Thanks for the review. I am in the process of planting my 1st green stalk ( leaf) now. I ordered it when I saw your leaf in a video (still in the box) earlier this year. You were my first KZbin channel that I followed a long time ago! I so enjoy your garden devotionals and I still go back and watch them again.🤗❤️. Blessings to you and your sweet family!

[@Loriann4444]

I have been using my greenstalk for 3 yrs. I love them.

[@serenitylifecounselingserv6499]

Thanks for the tip Jess! Just got mine!

[@Kristin8275]

Thank you! Just ordered one for my mom for Mother’s Day using your code!

[@janiceneedham8464]

Just placed my order. Thanks for the great review!

[@Ristina81]

Mine fell over during a Nor’easter. It was heavier on one side though. So when we get a wind storm now we just take a few tiers off.

[@TheDealDepot]

Goodmorning everyone! Great review! We are thinking about getting one of these for our channel! Everyone seems to love them! Have a great week!