Compact Guided Outdoor Garden
One organized system instead of scattered pots. Up to 28 herbs and greens, fed on a schedule, guided from first seed to harvest, so your balcony finally starts producing.
A small outdoor space, turned into a working food garden.
Homie Smart turns a balcony corner into a working food garden. One sealed reservoir feeds up to 28 herbs and greens from the same flow, so there are no scattered pots and no soil to clean up.
It assembles in about thirty minutes, no tools, then asks for a few minutes a week. Vegardi handles the rest, telling you what to do and when from first seed to harvest, while the smart plug keeps the pump on schedule and alerts you if it ever stops.
Pre-orderShips August 2026
Pre-order · Ships August 2026
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Assembled: 93 cm (W) × 69 cm (D) × 103 cm (H), about 36.6 × 27.2 × 40.6 inches. The floor footprint is roughly the size of a small side table, so it fits a balcony corner without taking over the space.
The 40-liter insulated reservoir sits at the base of the system and folds flat for storage. It ships in a single carton, 91.5 × 24 × 28.5 cm, about 11.8 kg.
Four NFT channels with removable covers, the front and rear legs, the 40-liter insulated reservoir, the DC pump and 18V transformer, the feed pipe set with flow valve, the drain pipe set, a float valve for optional auto top-up, 28 net cups with neoprene collars, and a level tool.
Plus the full sprouting kit (propagator tray with 40 sites, LED grow lights with timers, 40 peat plugs, seed markers), five practical booklets, the smart plug, and 12 months of Vegardi Premium. Seeds and nutrients are not included, so you choose your own.
A level, stable outdoor spot, balcony, patio, rooftop or small yard, with at least three hours of direct sun a day; more sun gives better results. A standard power outlet within reach (the pump draws about 8 watts).
The smart plug needs 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi to send fault alerts and let you adjust the schedule from the app. The pump keeps running the schedule you set even without a connection.
Optional: connect the float valve to a tap and the reservoir tops up on its own. Homie is built for outdoor sun; it can also grow under strong enough grow lighting if you provide your own.
Every Homie Smart is covered by a two-year limited warranty, with unlimited access to NatureTech growing support and the in-app diagnostic assistant.
First pre-order shipments begin June 2026. 30-day return policy from the delivery date; returned systems must include all original components in resalable condition.
What you unbox
Four growing channels
NFT channels with removable covers, 28 net cups, and 28 neoprene collars.
IoT smart plug
Runs the pump schedule and sends a fault alert if flow stops.
Five guide booklets
Assembly, maintenance, edible plants, pests, and sprouting.
Sealed 40L reservoir
Insulated and light-blocking, with the DC pump and feed lines.
Vegardi app, 12 months
Premium guidance from first seed to harvest, included.
Sprouting kit
Propagator tray, LED grow lights and 40 peat plugs.
Also in the box
Seeds and nutrients are the only things you bring. You choose your own.
The growing method
A thin film of nutrient water runs past the roots and circles back. The plants get a steady feed; you get a clear routine.
What Homie handles
What you handle
Made to keep growing
The structure
The channels and legs lock into one freestanding structure, balanced on its own front and rear legs. No wall, no drilling, no holes. Slide it to follow the light, move it aside, or fold it down and take it with you.
The channels
Four professional NFT channels, about 85 cm each, in food-grade, UV-resistant, BPA-free plastic. The covers lift right off to check the roots, prune, and clean between cycles, with no tools and nothing to take apart.
The reservoir
An insulated 40-liter reservoir holds the feed steady through a hot day and stretches the first refill to around three weeks. Sealed, so spills stay in and insects stay out, and it folds flat between seasons.
One shared flow
Instead of twenty-eight pots each begging for their own attention, every plant shares the same nutrient flow and the same care. Soil-free, pesticide-free, and giving back a steady, clean harvest.
Set up · Grow · Harvest
Step 01
Channels, legs and reservoir click together by hand, with no tools and no second pair of hands. Pick a spot with a few hours of sun and it is standing.
~30 minBefore you start
What you need
3+ hours of direct sun
Outdoors, daily. More sun gives better growth.
A power outlet
Within reach. The pump draws about 8 watts.
A level surface
Balcony, patio, rooftop or a small yard.
Nice to have
A nearby tap
Connect the float valve for hands-off top-ups.
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
For fault alerts and schedule changes in the app.
What you can grow
Homie is at its best with the greens and herbs you cook with most. Vegardi walks you through each one, from first seed to first harvest.
Your confidence layer
Two things work quietly alongside you: a plug that handles safety in the background, and an app that handles knowledge in the foreground.
The smart plug
It runs the pump on the schedule you set, and keeps running it even without a connection. When it is online, it watches the flow and alerts you the moment circulation stops, before exposed roots become a problem.
The Vegardi app
It reads your location, light and crops, then tells you what to do and when, from first seed to harvest. When something looks off, you photograph it and add a quick note, then get a likely cause and a clear next step.
24/7
Guidance on hand
100+
Edible crop varieties
160+
Pests, diseases & deficiencies
5,000+
Plant symptoms recognized
Inside Vegardi
The app that comes with every Homie. Three views you'll touch every week: a guided task, a plant you're tracking, and Gardi when you need help.
Weekly Maintenance
Keep your nutrient solution balanced.
This short but essential maintenance helps keep the nutrient solution optimal. It includes refilling the reservoir, adjusting EC/PPM, and balancing pH according to app guidelines.
Diverse salad crop cultivated for millennia, from crispheads to tender romaines. Descended from wild lettuce of West Asia. Fast-growing, beginner-friendly, and tolerant of imperfect care.
Growing with us
Real Homie gardens out in the world, and what the people growing in them have to say.
We just came back from the balcony with a bowl loaded with salad greens, and I had to write this review, because the smile on my little girl's face simply hasn't left this whole time! We took a bite of the lettuce just like that, without washing, and it was crisp and tasty and the freshest there is. I feel this is a moment worth capturing. I warmly recommend it to any mom who wants her kids to experience nature and eat healthier. And thank you to the NatureTech team for the quick answers to the questions I had.
I ordered the system for the preschool class I teach, ages 3 to 5. We assembled the system together and every child planted a seedling in a cup and then into the system. The children learn what plants need (sun, water, nutrients, air, humidity), watch the growth process, and in the end also taste the results and learn about the importance of eating vegetables for health. I thank the NatureTech team for the professional guidance and support. The children enjoy and are proud of their hydroponic garden.
I want to recommend NatureTech to everyone! I received excellent service and bought the Homie system, which from the moment I planted simply grew the plants at a crazy pace I had never seen in my soil garden. The maintenance takes a little learning at first, but once you understand it, it becomes really easy. I spend at most 5 minutes on maintenance and then another fifteen minutes exploring and watching all the new growth. A whole new world has opened up for me and I am excited, already considering which NatureTech system will be my next. Highly recommend.
The purchase was quick, the shipping arrived fast, assembly was very easy, and I think the new addition to my garden fits in wonderfully. Can't wait to see the plants grow!
I ordered all three of my hydroponic systems from NatureTech. The buying process was excellent, the product arrived packaged with all the parts organized and a clear, understandable instruction sheet. Since the purchase I have received help and support across different channels, whether Instagram or WhatsApp. The folks at NatureTech are professional and helpful. I highly recommend them for beginners and advanced growers in the world of hydroponics.
I bought all three of my hydroponic systems from NatureTech; you could say I bought happiness. These are real professionals who give personal service. The systems are wonderful. The site is detailed and accessible. Fair prices. Highly recommend!!!
Honest answers
Homie is a freestanding NFT vertical system for growing 28 plants in a small outdoor space. It uses a water-based nutrient flow instead of soil, producing clean, fast-growing herbs, greens and vegetables on your balcony, patio or backyard.
A pump circulates nutrient-rich water from a 40-liter reservoir through four growing channels on a set schedule. Plant roots sit in the flowing nutrient film and absorb what they need. The water returns to the reservoir in a closed loop, so nothing is wasted.
Homie is a complete system. The box includes everything needed for a full growing cycle from seed to harvest: four channels with removable covers, front and rear legs, insulated reservoir, pump, smart plug, float valve, sprouting kit with LED lights, 40 peat plugs, 28 net cups with neoprene collars, five educational booklets, a level tool and one year of Vegardi Premium.
No installation needed in the traditional sense. Homie stands on its own legs on any level surface. No wall mounting, no drilling, no tools. One person assembles it in 15-30 minutes. Renters can use it freely and take it with them when they move.
Yes. The Vegardi app builds a profile of your setup, your location and your crops, then sends you personalized reminders and guidance. It tells you what to do and when. If something does not look right, the built-in grow advisor helps you diagnose the issue and suggests what to try next.
Homie is a soil-free, sealed system designed for outdoor use. The reservoir is fully enclosed and insulated, which blocks light and prevents insect access. A properly maintained hydroponic system does not produce odor.
Homie comes with a 2-year warranty covering manufacturing defects. You have 30 days from delivery to return it if it is not right for you. You can also cancel your reservation anytime before shipping.
The pump runs on its set schedule through the smart plug even without Wi-Fi. You will not lose pump function. The only feature that requires active Wi-Fi is receiving failure alerts and app-based guidance. Your plants will not be affected by a temporary Wi-Fi outage.
Wally is a wall-mounted system that uses Shallow Water Culture and is designed to transform a vertical wall surface into a productive food garden, both indoors and outdoors. Homie is a freestanding system that uses NFT and is designed specifically for outdoor spaces like balconies and patios. It requires no wall mounting, no drilling, and no tools. If you have a wall you want to use, choose Wally. If you have a balcony corner or patio space with sunlight, choose Homie.
Yes. Homie is designed for outdoor environments where it receives direct natural sunlight. There is no dedicated lighting kit for Homie. If you need an indoor growing system, Wally Smart with an optional grow light kit is the recommended choice.
Homie is optimized for herbs and leafy greens: basil, cilantro, parsley, mint, dill, sage, thyme, oregano, lettuce varieties, spinach, kale, arugula, chard, bok choy, celery, green onions, and many more. These crops grow fastest, produce the most consistent results, and require the least maintenance in this system.
Yes. Fruiting vegetables can be grown successfully in Homie, particularly during summer when sunlight is abundant. They require more attention than leafy crops: periodic root pruning through the removable channel covers, external trellising or support for climbing varieties, and slightly higher nutrient concentrations. They take longer to mature but deliver satisfying harvests.
Homie supports up to 28 plants across four channels, with 7 planting sites per channel spaced 10 cm apart. For small herbs, you can sometimes place two seedlings in a single net cup to increase density.
Fast-growing leafy greens and herbs can often be harvested within 3 to 5 weeks from transplanting seedlings into the system. Fruiting crops take longer, typically 8 to 12 weeks depending on the variety and growing conditions. Because nutrients and water are constantly available at the root zone, plants generally grow noticeably faster than in soil.
About 5 to 15 minutes per week. The routine includes checking the water level, topping up if needed, and checking nutrient concentration and pH. The Vegardi app reminds you when each task is due.
The 40-liter reservoir typically lasts about 3 weeks before the first refill under moderate conditions. In hot weather with mature plants, you may need to top up weekly. If you connect the included float valve to a nearby water tap, refilling happens automatically.
The smart plug connects to your Wi-Fi and controls the pump power schedule. During initial setup, you define when the pump runs through the Vegardi app. From that point, the plug executes the schedule automatically. If the pump stops unexpectedly, the plug sends an alert through the app so you can respond before plants are affected.
The app builds a profile of your system based on your location, light conditions, and the crops you are growing. It then generates a personalized care routine with reminders for topping up water, refreshing nutrients, cleaning, and replanting. If something looks wrong with a plant, you can describe the issue and receive a diagnosis with a recommended action. It also provides ongoing guidance for planting, spacing, pruning, and harvesting.
Yes. The pump operates on a low-voltage 18V DC power supply, which is safe for residential use around children. All growing surfaces are made from food-grade, BPA-free materials. There are no sharp exposed edges, hot surfaces, or chemical hazards in normal operation.
We ship across the United States and Canada. Shipping is free on all Homie Smart orders.
You can contact NatureTech by email at info@nthydroponics.com or by phone at +1 (647) 887-7870. If you are using the Vegardi app, you can also receive guidance through the built-in grow advisor or send a message with a photo for faster troubleshooting.
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