In this video I set up a simple hydroponic kratky system using just Styrofoam and a 12 inch flower pot. The plants are doing just as well as the ones in the 5 gallon tote. When I went to Home Depot they had only one tote left, so I had to improvise, and came up with the Styrofoam on pot idea. I’m sure its been done before…but it was a new idea for me. The plant are all doing well, and it makes the cold winter days more cheery when there are live vegetable plants growing in the house!
Here are some links to Amazon for items I use:
Grow Lights T5: https://amzn.to/2NRm1iU
12 inch Flower Pot: https://amzn.to/2EF2oGE
Scale to measure Masterblend: https://amzn.to/2NSmtgR
Masterblend Hydroponic Formula: https://amzn.to/2tUsTD8
I have cats and the only room they are not allowed into is my bedroom…I ordered an Aero garden and I plan to try my hand with growing cukes and tomatoes. Since I will be setting up in my bedroom, will turning off the grow lights thwart their growth?
What is the wattage and specifications of the growth light you are using?
Check out the dollar store…they have 12" plastic pots for $1.
can you take it outside?
Hi grate video 🙂 did you check the ph of the water after mixing your nutrients? Thank you
Was so excited to see your video since I just did the same yesterday (just one hole)! I used ceramic 2.5 gal with no holes just laying around in my backyard but I used 1/4" plywood that I have laying around, painted it to make sure it does not rot since it will be outside. In the bottom of the cover, I attached some pieces of 1 in wood all around to create a lock on the pot and fits it there tightly. for top heavy plants, like okra that I am using it for, I may need to duck tape to secure it in place when my plants mature. I also duck taped the 2in net cups because the wind is tipping it sideways already, also protection from occasional rain that may dilute the nutes.
Hi Tikki O I'm from NZ and last summer I used the styrofoam as you have done – well have you grown Courgettes/Zuchini hydroponically using the Kratky method – love your video's RJ
How often do you need to change the water? How often do you need to add more nutrients?
Hi. Just found this video. Where to purchase seeds like you have used in this video?
Styrofoam is bad for the environment
Love your channel, Tikki, but, friends, styrofoam is very toxic! I wish more programs would include education about food safe plastics!I say this with great love and appreciation!
I'm so happy to come across your videos. You do such a good job at explaining everything in easy to understand terms. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
Thank you for the video. I have not started hydroponics yet. My question is- Do you add water, if so how often?
Hi brilliant, I’m thinking of doing similar, do you change the water nutrients at a length of time, or do you add to it? From England cheers
where do you buy the seeds for cucumber, pepper and tomato plants?
Very nice. Thanks
how often do you have to add water to flower pot and tote?? tks for the cool video 🙂
yo lady how long do the lights stay on whilst growing? is it on a timer or is it on 100% of time?
Creative idea and will save a lot of money on materials. I have lots of flower pots to use. Thanks for creating this.
Thank you for sharing your experience and the little tips to do or try in your videos. Well done 🙂
Do you run the light 24/7? I have also seen 18 hrs a day suggested. Curious what works best.
Great video. How did you cover the holes at the bottom of the flower pot?
I love your videos please keep putting more out you are a great teacher
thank you, this is so inspiring! How do you know what formula to put in the water? I just bought multipurpose liquid plat food. I am trying to grow lettuce any suggestions?
Eeew, styrofoam. How about using a much better environmental choice?