🍅 Want to easily grow TONS of tomatoes? In this video, Glenna shares her tried-and-true method for growing absolutely delicious tomatoes using a DIY Kratky hydroponic system outdoors. If you're eager to harvest abundant, flavorful tomatoes, you're in the right place!
Here's a summary of the steps featured in the video:
1. Meticulously measure the ingredients for the perfect nutrient solution, ensuring your tomatoes receive the essential nutrients they need to thrive.
2. Repurpose old plywood signs to create sturdy lids for your hydroponic tubs. Use a 5.75-inch hole saw bit to effortlessly make holes in these lids, providing the perfect openings for your tomato plants.
3. Utilize 25-gallon cattle feed tubs for the main containers of the hydroponic system, offering ample space for your tomato plants to flourish at no cost to you.
4. Follow Glenna's guidance to mix the dry ingredients in the precise order to create the nutrient solution. Be sure to check the pH level (6.0-6.5) to ensure it's just right for tomatoes.
5. Transfer your tomato plants from smaller hydroponic systems to 6-inch net cups, using LECA pebbles to support the plants in their new environment. PSSSSST! Glenna shares a really cool hint about how to prep your net cups for keeping as many roots as possible intact.
6. Set up your tomato plants in the tubs with support strings, guiding them as they grow skyward. Glenna introduces you to tomato clamps, a handy tool for supporting your tomatoes as they reach impressive heights.
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, These steps make growing delicious outdoor Kratky hydroponic tomatoes a breeze. Don't forget to subscribe to Growing with Glenna for more insightful gardening tips and tricks!
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