Breaking New Ground in Callaloo Cultivation
Can vertical farming revolutionize the way we grow Jamaican Callaloo? We put our patented horizontal plant training system to the test to find out. The results? A more efficient use of space, a faster growth cycle, and improved harvest quality.
Why Callaloo? Why Trella?
Jamaican Callaloo is a staple leafy green with rich nutritional benefits. Traditional methods require vertical space and manual processing of tough stalks. At Trella, we wanted to see if our Model 4E horizontal growth system could improve yield and reduce labor while maintaining the plant’s health and taste.
Video Tour: Jamaican Callaloo Growth Journey
Experience the Callaloo trial from start to finish in short videos below.
How We Did It
Seeds sourced directly from Jamaica, planted in Spring, 2024.
Selected the healthiest plant for horizontal training in Trella’s Model 4E.
21-day vegetative phase — 47.5% to 65% shorter than cannabis in the same system.
Harvesting in cycles instead of taking the whole plant at once.
Key Takeaways
More foliage, less stalk — making it easier to process and enjoy.
Perpetual harvest method allows for repeat yields without replanting.
Less toughness, more flavor — our Callaloo was noted as being more savory when cooked.
What’s Next?
We're exploring scaling this method for larger operations and urban farming projects. If you're interested in collaborating, testing, or licensing this approach, reach out to us today,