Cheap vs. Expensive Tomato Growbags: Week 3 Update - Review and Comparison Which is Best?

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Cheap vs. Expensive Tomato Growbags: Week 3 Update - Review and Comparison Which is Best?
PART 1 - Setup: • Cheap vs. Expensive Gr...
Join me in my exciting tomato growing experiment for 2023 as I compare cheap and expensive growbags. In this comprehensive video, I review and evaluate the growbags to determine whether spending more money translates to better quality and a bigger tomato harvest.
Witness the side-by-side comparison of cheap and expensive growbags as I reveal the secrets behind their performance. Explore the pros and cons of each option, analysing factors such as material quality, durability, drainage, and nutrient retention. Uncover the truth about the correlation between price and growbag effectiveness.
Throughout the growing season, I will meticulously monitor the progress of the tomato plants planted in a selection of both cheap and expensive growbags from Growmoor, Lidl, Wilko and Westland. By examining growth rates, fruit size, and overall plant health, we'll uncover which growbags offer the optimal environment for a bountiful tomato harvest. Prepare to be amazed by the results!
Through this experiment, you'll gain valuable insights into the world of growbags and discover the best options for your own tomato-growing endeavours. Whether you're a budget-conscious gardener or looking to invest in premium quality, this video will guide you toward making informed decisions.
Join me on this thrilling journey as we unravel the mysteries of growbag effectiveness and determine whether spending more yields superior results. Get ready for an eye-opening experience that will revolutionize your approach to tomato gardening!
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@tobewithyouhoo 2 ай бұрын

I would like to see the end result.

@myrustygarden Жыл бұрын

I don’t see the point of a grow bag unless you don’t have a pot 😂 because it’s basically a bag of compost you cut a hole in 🤷‍♀️. But always like a good experiment. Have a great week Barry, Ali 🥵🌞🇨🇦

@GrowIt Жыл бұрын

They’re big business here I don’t know if it’s something to do with how small gardens are! Cheers Ali you too!

@GrowingWithPlot21 Жыл бұрын

Hi Barry. Some of those tomato plants are doing well. I’m very surprised at the expensive grow bag, I’d be extremely disappointed at that price indeed. Very surprised at the cheaper ones, I’d definitely be checking them out. Have a great week. Mark

@GrowIt Жыл бұрын

Cheers Mark! Yeah it’s not great, I’ve sent them an email so hopefully they’ll get in touch!

@suejones186 Жыл бұрын

wow what a difference, must admit i don't use growbags. Great experiment Barry

@GrowIt Жыл бұрын

They’re not ideal really, probably handy when you’re stuck I suppose! Thanks Sue!

@johnhetherington9695 Жыл бұрын

evening all, i got some of them big tom bags, all be it ripped and heavily discounted but have put it in large pots for my toms amd they're growing great 🤷🏼‍♂️

@GrowIt Жыл бұрын

Cheers John! I think I must have got a dodgy one!

@michaelwall795 Жыл бұрын

I have used Westland Growsure multi purpose compost for my tomato plants this year and all of them have to have been stunted and had to cut the growing tips off as all curly at the top and new leaves have grown curly also. When looking at pictures online it would appear to have been affected by a weed killer, which I don’t use in my Garden.

@GrowIt Жыл бұрын

That’s really interesting, it seems like weed killer might be what’s going on with them! I’ve emailed Westland this morning so hopefully they’ll come back with some information!

@stewartw7302 Жыл бұрын

The Westland growbag could be contaminated with weed killer or compost accelerator, etc. A lot of municipal waste includes grass, which may have been treated with lawn weed killer. Also, compost accelerator could be used in the composting process. I had a similar the last two years with Levington growbags. Never using growbags again.

@GrowIt Жыл бұрын

That’s a very good suggestion actually, it does have similar appearance to when weeds have had a diluted hit of roundup, which would explain the inhibited growth. You’ll be right on the source too, I’m overrun with horsetail now thanks to contaminated compost. Definitely will have to look into this!

@danthemangurney 4 ай бұрын

Just recently watched this and still pretty shocked by the visible poor performance and quality of growing material in the most expensive grow bag. Price is no indicator these days and I have found in last couple of years wildly different quality and consistencies in peat free compost bags I have bought.

@GrowIt 4 ай бұрын

It definitely seems like they don’t have as much control over what material goes into it now that they have to rely on green waste. Assuming they use a quick process for it to leave the sticks/cotton/chemicals intact.

@danthemangurney 4 ай бұрын

Been impressed with Westland No Peat John Innes no 2 compost. Nice consistency. Too many others are really poor. Could make better myself. Perhaps I should!

@peterblundell 19 күн бұрын

I’m sure those sea weed enriched bags are not a good idea. Got two this year from Aldi. Both were useless. Won’t buy seaweed again….

@GrowIt 19 күн бұрын

I haven’t tried those ones, the quality has dropped considerably since going peat free. I think the majority could do with an extra year of rotting before using them. The ones I used last year went in a tub and it’s proper black compost this year.

@peterblundell 19 күн бұрын

@@GrowIt interesting thought. Maybe I’ll get a few now ready for next year