Sun Shelf 3 | Plant shelf with built-in full spectrum LED grow lights

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Sun Shelf 3

£114.99 GBP

the sun shelf 3 | a complete indoor hydroponic garden with full spectrum grow lights

the sun shelf 3 is the biggest, most capable garden we've ever made, and the easiest version yet to live with. It builds on years of work, right back to our 2019 family farm (which even made it into Costco), and brings together everything we've learned since.

The lights are twice as efficient as before, thanks to a lens over every diode that sends more light to your plants for less power. The supersized 20L basins hold enough water that you'll go three to four months between refills. And the whole thing sits on a light, sturdy bamboo frame that runs from a single wall socket.

the kind of light plants thrive in

Each panel mixes warm white and deep red light to give your plants the full spectrum they use to grow, and a lens over every diode focuses it down onto the leaves rather than wasting it on the room. You get strong, even growth on every level of the shelf. Set the brightness and the daily timer to suit what you're growing, then leave the lights to get on with it.

gathera sun shelf 3 light panels and features

growing food, made genuinely easy

If you love growing your own food, the hydroponics here make it simple. The big 20L basins only need refilling every three to four months, and the plants sit nice and far apart, which means better growth, better airflow, fewer pests and easier harvesting. The silicone net cups keep algae away and make transplanting gentle, and the aeration pump plugs straight into the light panel, so there's nothing fiddly to wire up.

gathera sun shelf hydroponic basin in a kitchen

quick, clip-in setup

the sun shelf 3 is built to be easy from the moment it arrives. The lights clip straight onto each level, the whole shelf runs from a single cable, and the pumps connect to the lights and run on the same timers. No tangle of plugs, no head-scratching, you'll be growing not long after the box is open.

gathera sun shelf grow light clipping into a shelf level

sustainable bamboo that grows with you

The frame is made from fast-growing bamboo, which generally grows without pesticides, fertilisers or irrigation, so it's a genuinely sustainable choice. The shelves adjust from 154mm to 754mm apart, so you can make room for anything from low houseplants to tall seedlings or even vegetables. The lighting clips arrive ready assembled, so there's no fussing with a screwdriver to get your lights up.

gathera sun shelf mini with a sun patch

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questions about the Sun Shelf 3

Quick answers before you buy. Still unsure? Our team is happy to help.

12 months coverIf your item is faulty or arrives damaged, you're covered for 12 months from delivery. 30 day change-of-mind returns too.
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How much of my plant can I harvest without killing it?

Wait until the plant has three sets of true leaves (the ones that look like the mature plant, not the first seed leaves). Then use sharp scissors to cut the top of the main stem at a 45 degree angle.

Basil can be harvested again and again, and often grows faster with regular light trims. Lettuce is best harvested all at once, or pick the outer leaves and let the centre keep growing.

How do plants grow in hydroponics without soil?

Plants do not need soil itself. They need light, water, nutrients, oxygen and something to anchor their roots. In hydroponics, a nutrient solution delivers nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and the other essential minerals straight to the roots, a growing medium like rockwool supports the plant, and grow lights or sunlight provide the energy.

Learn more on our learn page.

How many hours a day should I run my grow light?

It depends on how much natural light the spot already gets. As a guide for our clip-on lights, use about 12 hours a day in low-light spaces, 9 hours where there is indirect natural light, and around 3 hours in bright, naturally lit spots. Light-hungry herbs like basil will want more than a typical houseplant.

The Sun Panel, Sun Patch, Sun Garden and Sun Shelf 3 have 8, 12 and 16 hour timer settings. Start on a lower brightness and build up over a few days.

How much nutrient should I add to my hydroponic garden?

Follow the dilution on your nutrient label. Herbs and leafy greens need roughly half the nutrients that fruiting and flowering plants do. As water evaporates, top up with water and nutrients at the same dilution. A nutrient (EC) meter gives you the most accurate reading.

What happens if my product develops a fault?

If your item is faulty or was damaged on arrival, you are covered for 12 months from the date of delivery. This does not limit your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

Submit a return request through your account, choosing "Defective or Damaged" as the reason, and email info@gathera.co.uk with your order number, a description of the fault and photos or video. We can often fix the problem without you needing to send anything back. We replace items that are defective or damaged.

Should I leave my grow lights on 24 hours a day?

No. Plants need a dark period each day to rest, so copy a natural day and night cycle rather than running lights around the clock. Use the built-in timer, or a wifi smart plug, so your light switches on and off by itself.

Light needs vary by plant. Too many hours of light can make some leafy greens, like spinach, bolt to seed.