Complete Kratky Hydroponic Setup From Start to Finish

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4 жыл бұрын

Hydroponics can be complicated but it doesn’t have to be. With the kratky method anyone can grow plants, this is how you do it each step explained. Check out our new clothing line! http:www.freshpickedapparel.com

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@Cicatka.Michal Жыл бұрын

I love that You just don't overcomplicate things. Other videos are just too overwhelming for a beginner and they discourage people from starting gardening rather then help them. Thank You and I'm sending all the best from Europe :)

@Investorbrock 3 жыл бұрын

Just a tip for anyone, when I first start kratky I had to much water and it would saturate my whole rockwool cube causing issues of course. Make sure that water is just at the bottom of that net cup

@codedesigns9284 2 жыл бұрын

The Kratky method is a great system. The only thing I would add to Luke’s video is that if you grow with organic nutrients, such as Dutch Science, use a bubbler, because the nutrients will mould on the surface of the water when left stagnant. If using Powergrow, Miracle Grow, or other synthetics, the Kratky method Luke suggests is just fine, and saves on the power consumed by the bubbler. Always try to purchase nutrients in powdered form and not pay for the liquids. Why pay for shipped water? 👍

@AM-hc7po 2 жыл бұрын

I am completely new to this. I am trying to start with herbs first. What powdered nutrition do you recommend to use?

@codedesigns9284 2 жыл бұрын

@@AM-hc7po This is a good question that depends on if you prefer organic nutrition, or synthetic. Herbs _typically_ need so little nutrition (compared to tomato’s, peppers, etc). If you are attempting Kratky for the first time, I would suggest Dyna-Grow (if you are in the US), and Root-Farm (if you are in Canada). I believe both are synthetic, but it may be best to learn using the synthetic as your chances of success will be much greater in a hydroponic system. Experiment later with organic nutrients, once you have a working system that grows your herbs successfully. Keep a log diary of what works, and what doesn’t, how much nutrient you use this time versus last time, bubbler versus no-bubbler, and more! The idea is to learn to have fun experimenting by growing hydroponically in the winter (or summer), or when we can’t typically grow in the ground, and have the added benefits of saving a few grocery dollars! 😀

@turbolag5107 Жыл бұрын

So I've been learning about all of this over the last couple days and one of the tips have picked up on was to start seedlings in cotton balls and then when you put them into net cups use clay balls as a grow medium apparently some other content creators have had some really good luck doing it like that.

@jomoloco96 4 жыл бұрын

That’s perfect timing. I went today to buy all the stuff to do this method in a few weeks ! Thanks !!

@willgaukler8979 4 жыл бұрын

Jomoloco96 .........well how did it turn out for you ? ...

@iheart3dprinting951 2 жыл бұрын

This video on this method really give a solid foundation to getting started. I saw some measuring wands and terms like EC which I didnt understand and I felt like one rabbit kept leading into another but you clearly understand the target audience may actually be novice gardeners all the way around. I thought I was going to need a water ratio calculator etc and was feeling demotivated. Now I am back to inspired to get this basil going.

@jiminsealbeach4109 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, a week ago i asked you about the Kratky method and now here you are. You may have already had this planned, but going to pretend it was all about me. The was my first time with rock wool. I appreciate the details about that, too. I’m trying Watercress in some big Whole Foods coffee cans. So far, they are doing okay but not thriving. I think it’s a light issue. I saw a video where a guy grew Kratke cherry tomato’s in a 55 gallon drum! I also saw a video by Kratke himself. Humble guy. Probably to only person in the world who doesn’t call it the Kratke Method. Lookin forward to the lighting vid.

@StaceyHerewegrowagain 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Luke, This is a really great video. My husband and I sat here and watched the entire thing lol, you really did a great job and gave a lot of information. Thank you so much for sharing, I really appreciate it. Keep on rockin' on and growing like you do! I really enjoy watching your channel!

@lidip8700 10 ай бұрын

Ok, I just realized Luke said 2 Tablespoons of MB, 2 Tablespoons of Ca & 1 Tablespoon of Espom Salt, which is what I followed as I bought the exact same solutions. However the instructions on the MB says Teaspoons (2-2-1). Also there's instructions on how to dissolve each one. I'm going to switch as the instructions because my strawberries, tomatoes & peppers are struggling. The are wilted & have burnt leaf edges. My lettuces are starting to burn too. Gotta love growing food.... its always a learning experience!

@jenniferreynolds7082 5 ай бұрын

I had to go back in the video and check, he does say tablespoons when the package clearly says teaspoons. I looked through the comments to see if anyone else caught that.

@holyword6348 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video! We are also doing an indoor garden with some static hydroponics (no bubbler). Now we look forward to an extra season in the garden, inside the house!

@KeepOnGrowin 4 жыл бұрын

I have been doing this for 8 years, love it!! So easy. I have had a lot of people get on to me for mixing the nutrients all together. I have never had a problem. Rock on!

@cindyboutwell363 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to try this.i have bought all I need but the fertilizer.what do I use to grow

@kevinboettler7342 3 жыл бұрын

@@cindyboutwell363 I use masterblend really easy to use and works amazing

@LOWBOY56 2 жыл бұрын

Does the water get stagnant and stinky?

@design321 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I learned so much and appreciate the clarity and descriptions you provided.

@lidip8700 Жыл бұрын

After fungus gnats have drove me nuts, I'm pitching the soil out! And now I'm giving this a try. I'm determined to grow my own salad mixtures!!! Thanks Luke! You're so awesome!!

@TonyisToking 4 жыл бұрын

Those are the same bins we use at my work! They work great for curing large amounts of plant material. You know, to make it burn smoother and all.

@evangann6146 3 жыл бұрын

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@jpham87 2 жыл бұрын

What brand are the bins ?

@dlgarner 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool little system!

@TravelAgentCale 4 жыл бұрын

Great job on this video my friend! I look forward to seeing you soon!

@jessicag630 6 ай бұрын

11:29 It's great that this video shows the setup of how to put the plants, and rockwool into the netpots from the beginning.

@chellechelle8767 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, I appreciate your videos, I pray you are blessed for sharing all of the details of what you have learned so others can grow successfully ✝️

@stefanvujcic6679 4 жыл бұрын

Just a short clear up. If something contains sulfur that does not automatically mean that it is something acidic. A lot of people share that confusion. Sulfates are neutral salts. Hidrogensulfates (Bisulfates) are acidic salts, as they still posses hydrogen (proton) to release which actually causes acidity. H in pH stands for Hydrogen, not sulfur or any other chemical element. Soluble sulfides, for example would give you very basic solutions, despite containing sulfur even hydrogensulfides that are soluble are going to be basic. Otherwise, great videos. Cheers!

@johncalvinll 4 жыл бұрын

Finally got around to watching this. I've been doing Kratky for about 3 years and you were spot on Luke. I'm always surprised by the comment that say it's wrong and you have to do this or do that. This is the simplest way of growing and it's pretty hard to mess it up. Keep up the good work.

@catherineciosi147 4 жыл бұрын

John Willis hello, I just moved in york Uk and i have a tiny back yard. I thin’ i am going to try this kratky method...do we need to change the water from the containers at times? How long can we keep the plants in the same one? Thanks

@johncalvinll 4 жыл бұрын

@@catherineciosi147 It totally depends on what you are growing. You don't have to "change" the water but may need to add more to the container you are using. Many things, such as lettuce, will be full grown and ready to harvest long before you need to add additional water.

@wherami 4 жыл бұрын

Been doing kratke a while now. Its awesome

@Junzar56 4 жыл бұрын

I just sat down after checking my Kratky grown Micro dwarf tomatoes! Ha ha! You can put some aluminum foil on the lid it helps with reflecting bif you are growing with artificial lights. Kratky is so great indoors!

@kathleencockburn2607 4 жыл бұрын

When d water is drying out in d container and I have to add more water do I add plain water or do I have to mix more solution water

@Junzar56 4 жыл бұрын

Kathleen Cockburn if you have a smaller container you will have to add nutrient solution.. but not too much. Just an inch or two at the bottom. If you fill up the container you will drown the roots. They need air.

@elizabethsulzby4047 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you are explaining the Kratky Method of hydroponics. I bought a 4 cell machine first and then learned about Kratky. With Kratky, we have to learn our chemistry--the easy way. (And to learn Liter to ounce conversion along the way.)

@JimmyBHarvests 3 жыл бұрын

Kratky is a great way to start growing! Good luck with your plants

@larrydwarika4653 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, i'm going to give this a try.

@greentea7037 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks .... Easy explanations -- much appreciated.

@greensnmachines 4 жыл бұрын

I learnt the same thing regarding 2" rockwool cubes that you did. Fortunately, you can buy them in 1" cubes, which fit perfectly inside the 2" net cup

@matthellmann4212 4 жыл бұрын

If you can get 1.5", you'll have a very snug fit without a lot of waste, since the face's diagonal will be 2.12", as opposed to 2.82" on the 2" cubes or (only) 1.41" on the 1" cubes.

@backtorootsstead7114 4 жыл бұрын

Saved video it‘a what I was looking for. Thanks

@sarahpoole2795 4 жыл бұрын

This will be great for my spring ladies and all of my other food and flower babies 💚 I still think the core gardening method is the best thing I've ever learned from your channel, but this video is seriously a solid second place. I'd also like to say that the grab bag sale was amazing and I was extremely happy with everything that I received, and I truly appreciate everything that you and your wife do for all of us plant freaks! Wishing you and your family a happy and prosperous 2020! 💚

@GreenLove1 2 жыл бұрын

Excited to start my hydroponic journey with the Kratky method - and will be documentingnmy journey on my channel too! Wish me luck!

@buttercup1765 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Love it!

@bdarmstead2 4 жыл бұрын

FYI. Buy the 1.5 inch rockwool cubes for the 2 in net cup. It fits perfectly.

@nnbodens 2 жыл бұрын

Where would one buy this cube?

@tonyzarzecki5408 4 жыл бұрын

I started a kratky tomato plant before frost in may and was last plant to die in October and produced the best. It was started inside and was outside the entire summer, had to refill many times with water and nutrients.

@22lbsboost 3 жыл бұрын

how big of a container were you using? def want to try some tomatoes with this method

@deltadawn679 Жыл бұрын

Great video, earned a new sub🤗

@greenbionomy4340 2 жыл бұрын

Hey super cool content, cool vibe and clear explanation's ! Will use it up, cheers. :)

@laurieparker5085 Жыл бұрын

Great video !!!!

@ironrose888 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for more information on kracy growing method.

@lorenawilliams4229 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff. Have you seen the pool noodle method vs Rockwell, it has to be way cheaper and you can probably also save on the neck cups too.

@PopleBackyardFarm 4 жыл бұрын

Thank for sharing this set up :)

@reviewstrials6785 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos, thanks so much for your content! You may consider revising the MB mixing portion of this video. They're advising making an A / B solution (to avoid nutrient lock out) then mixing them into the 5 gallon bucket.

@lidip8700 10 ай бұрын

You're correct. I also read on the MB to use Teaspoons not Tablespoons of the 2-2-1. As I've been using Tablespoons (as stated in this video), my plants are growing but they're struggling, leaves are burnt on the edges of my strawberries, tomatoes are growing by have limp curled downward leaves & limbs. Using Tablespoons vs Teaspoons is making the solution 3x stronger then the instructions. How much do you use?

@kratky420 4 жыл бұрын

Always fun haven a grow method named after you :P

@scottsanderson8420 4 жыл бұрын

I just picked up 8 of those 27 gallon containers at lowes. 2 will be worm bins.

@danakarloz5845 4 жыл бұрын

Scott Sanderson they’re on sale right now!

@scottsanderson8420 4 жыл бұрын

@@danakarloz5845 yup. About 7 bucks.

@graebeard6882 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks. I'm just planning to start when I move into my new house, so this gives me a lot of great info. The only thing I'm looking for is lighting information. Any suggestions as to what's preferred by people? I suspect some sort of multicolor LED fixture on a timer.

@thomasmurray4717 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Very informative. It seems like most of these videos just kind of make a quick pass over the fertilizer info.

@lukeferguson2502 3 жыл бұрын

What temperature range should I plan for the room to be for growing?

@krymsynrayne 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to hear your recommendations for setting up an entirely diy hydroponics system using recycled components like plastic 2 liter bottles and things like that.

@Thankful_. 4 жыл бұрын

Grey Aria me too! Great suggestion.

@susanneatwell-keister3479 4 жыл бұрын

This video is a great place to start. I'm starting my seeds tomorrow in a plastic deli containers. Going to plant in Mason jars and yogurt cups. I bought hydroponic fertilizer on amazon. That was the most expensive thing. $19. I ordered grow big instead of masterblend and I'm going to use coconut hulls for the medium instead of rock wool. It was on clearance on amazon for $3 for enough to make 8 quarts. Cheaper than peat pellets. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d5N0gdWC1LHHnpc.html

@HIGHGRADECHANNEL 4 жыл бұрын

That’s right bro kratky is it’s own system. 🙏🏼 I love when I can agree with my fellow growmies makes me wanna shed a tear. 😢😂🙏🏼💯🧼

@jonathanhaslar 4 жыл бұрын

Ha! "Growmies!" I love that! I'm stealing it! :)

@Vish-je9we 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. Please can you guide me on the following. I want to try this method growing a few herbs but outside. Will this work outdoors? Also how often should I change the water? Do I also need to top up the solution during a single harvest?

@cindyernewein1747 Жыл бұрын

I loved your video on the Kratky Method, I am wondering how often you add nutrients to your water. Since I am not topping off the water, I thought maybe the nutrients would get too strong if I add every 2 weeks as suggested on my Masterblend package.

@liloutaz6080 3 жыл бұрын

Hello and thank you for this video, that show how to do from start so that’s really helpful and beneficial. Could you please write the name of the method you are speaking about to start seedling?

@sharazod989 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video.😃🥰🥰🥰🥰

@davevieyra 3 жыл бұрын

great video, just one question, how much water do you ideally need per lettuce plant?

@robd4914 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Can you put more than (2) 2" net cups in the smaller 5 or 6 gallon container? I'm thinking of using (6) to start, then transfer them to other containers as they get bigger.

@22lbsboost 3 жыл бұрын

Would you be able to get away with radishes and/or carrots along with lettuce? Just thinking over other vegetables that could be grown with this Kratky method. Going to try it out this week, very excited!

@hughthenasia3153 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video - has the lighting issue been tackled?

@cbreier 4 жыл бұрын

At what point are you moving seedlings to hydroponic bin? Are you waiting to see roots out the bottom? Have not seen a ton of info on this. Look forward to more videos on your setup and progress.

@ecobluefarms223 4 жыл бұрын

Question- I put three lettuce seeds in each rock wool cube- wow they all germinated Should I now just snip off the two smallest before transplanting into the hydroponic area ?

@kal5528 4 жыл бұрын

Does the nutrient blend change depending on what kind of hydroponic method you are incorporating? I plan on using one of those PVC kits that circulates the water from a bin through a pump.

@LJ-uq7eh 4 жыл бұрын

Can you tell a difference between the taste of Kratky method grown tomatoes vs Soil grown tomatoes? I love your channel mainly because of your detailed explanations & honest opinions.

@PapaWolf 3 жыл бұрын

Hey @Steve Laubach can you post a link to Kratky's channel? I searched for it here but can't find it. Thanks in advance.

@getmymail2676 2 жыл бұрын

What’s MI. Very thorough vid. In the vid you said you were planting a summer squash hydroponically. Did you do a vid on that veggie? Wondering how that turned. I’m trying to decide if I should move my hydroponic s.squash now that it is starting to vine? Thanks for the great info!

@FranciscaSL 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Great Video. Do you usually leave you % plants indoors or outdoors? Thank you so much!

@beanscornbread1381 4 жыл бұрын

PLEASE leave a link to the next video in this series! i really dont want to scroll through tons of videos to try to find it. And by the way if you are diligent about going back and retroactively leaving links in past videos it will GREATLY increase your audience base.

@michellegregory6564 2 жыл бұрын

what temperature do you need to keep the container when plants are growing? Are the grow lights enough?

@coryryker3305 3 жыл бұрын

Any suggestions for veg and herbs to grow in this method as summer draws to an end?

@mred3608 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and cleary explained. Where I live a lot of people use BPA and phalate free plastic containers for hydroponics. Is this a concern in the USA as I see most people use normal storage containers there?

@KatieJane31 Жыл бұрын

BPA is banned here in the US

@Haysaleh 2 жыл бұрын

👍 very very good

@mgarwatoski 4 жыл бұрын

What are some ideal tomato varieties to grow indoors in a hydro system?

@jonathanhaslar 4 жыл бұрын

Ha! I was JUST going to ask about lighting when you said you were going to talk about lighting in a future episode! Looking forward to that! The other thing I'd like to know about is algae growth. Like, how pond water gets that gross smell and thickens up with a green-brown nasty... Does it happen with this method? If so, how do you suppress that? If not, is there a way to explain why in layman's terms? I've never tried growing hydroponically and *might* try it. Thanks for your input and advice! Love the channel! :)

@user-sf9mh1ms4q 4 жыл бұрын

When I started I had the same question on the algae. The dark containers prevents algae from growing. You'll see a lot of people painted their containers black. On hot places, they insulate their containers. I can't answer you about lighting because I did a south facing window sill hydro. All I heard is it has to be at least 1000 lumen and 6500K color for greens. Here's my simple setup if you like to see it. I used pvc fence post and fruit juice containers. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rKpllq-fmODemac.html

@suzyq6767 2 жыл бұрын

Hello and thank you. What type of summer squash do you plant in this system? I have been growing indoors with four tower gardens for about 2.5 years, but I'm tired of the noise. I've only been successful with anything but greens and herbs. Since my diet is predominantly vegetables, I'd like to add something with a bit more body, like summer squash and green beans. Also, I didn't see a lighting video for this. Did you make one? Anyway, I hope you see this and have time to answer. Thanks for these great videos.

@Strattios 4 жыл бұрын

Any tips on excess water loss? I live in a northern desert (Central Washington). Extremely dry even in my temp controlled green house.

@jchiar 4 жыл бұрын

When do you add water against to the bin?

@ail2470 11 ай бұрын

So simple, I love it. I'm a little confused, though. I've read somewhere, full nutrients shouldn't be applied to seedlings, instead, use just plain water until they grow bigger.

@marilynbiernot-hess1513 2 жыл бұрын

Where do I purchase the rock stuff that germinates the seed? I hope you have a list of all ingredients, thanks!

@22lbsboost 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have any organic nutrients you can substitute for the fertilizers you showed?

@Amodia 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's awesome and really interesting and great as a hobby. And people have different reasons for growing, but if one is growing for food as a way to save money. I do have one concern or thought. Have you calculated the total cost of the products used and electricity. I'm wondering if it's actually economical compared to just buying it. Again, this is separate for doing it for health or hobby reasons.

@vilespawn81 4 жыл бұрын

So if he's trying to grow summer squash i'm guessing he has to manually pollenate the flowers?

@reproverebukeexhortevangel2131 3 жыл бұрын

Can I grow from seed using this method? Or do I have to get the seed started first.

@HussainAli-qn7rp 4 жыл бұрын

Hi sir my name is Hussain from uk thank you for your wonderful videos .i like to know if I can use this system to grow pumpkins and water melons my daughters favourite fruit and if can make video about it explaining how much of scoops of nutrition we need to add. Also can add the links were I can purchase all the three items. Thank you Kind regards Hussain.

@erossi490 4 жыл бұрын

can i use this system in an outdoor hoop house

@richstone2627 4 жыл бұрын

Yes

@mshore74 Жыл бұрын

For the rockwool you should get a pipe and sharpen the end to make a plug cutter. It would make rockwool cutting very quick and easy.

@reproverebukeexhortevangel2131 3 жыл бұрын

And how do I determine what size net cup I need for what plants.

@reproverebukeexhortevangel2131 3 жыл бұрын

Also do you have the links for the nutrients?

@rauls7616 Жыл бұрын

great video, one question - you didn’t check ph level after adding epsom salt. is it not that crucial or did you forget to check ph level or does those exact measurements you added create the perfect ph level? thank you for your expertise

@coolspott2541 3 жыл бұрын

what about lighting for the kratke method

@swimm3r137 Жыл бұрын

This video is awesome! Okay, but where do I start? Where do I get all the necessary equipment and ingredients? Is there a written tutorial with links?

@threeriversdent 4 жыл бұрын

can you refill the containers as they empty? Maybe 50/50 air to water

@harryarroyo6779 4 жыл бұрын

I have Alaska calcium nitrogen magnesium 3.0.0. Liquid . Will this work just as well as the calcium nitrate if I increase it?

@kdelcastillo Жыл бұрын

Good video! I was told that you should mix the fertilizers separately so there is no nutrition lock out, is that not necessary? Thanks!

@EricArbour- 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, someone know if that can work with plant like Salvia Apiana (White Sage), because that kind of plant is recognized not taking often water in the soil. Thanks so much for time to answering me !

@wadepeterson1775 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I'm just a beginner and have purchased the MasterBlend kit. It shows on the label to use 2 tsp (teaspoons) of each MasterBlend and calcium nitrate and 1.5 - 2.0 tsp (teaspoons) of magnesium sulfate. You instruct to use tablespoons (tbs) of the ingredients. That is 3 times the recommended amount. Do you get better results using the higher concentrations?

@jenniferreynolds7082 5 ай бұрын

Probably not, just fried plants😢

@sriyasmalling5165 4 жыл бұрын

Are there organic substitutes are the calcium nitrate and master blend?

@kerrisigler1156 4 жыл бұрын

To grow tomatoes or peppers in a not giant system, can you just add more grow solution when the water gets low, or set up a drip feed method with a soda bottle or something..?

@caldreamin09 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video but I didn’t see anything about getting the plants started I never heard of rock wall where do I find the rest of that information?

@corbinh3052 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! One question: is there any risk of light leak with the yellow lids, which could lead to algae growth in the reservoir?

@warrenschwartz5653 2 жыл бұрын

That's a good question. If I was using these, I'd paint the lids black.

@MsScoot88 3 жыл бұрын

How do you start seeds in the sponges

@ladybugcrafts2014 4 жыл бұрын

Can you give links for all the products please

@SteveHovland 3 жыл бұрын

I use General Hydroponics Flora set plus Liquid Seaweed.

@MizuNyan108 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to know if I can use the Bokashi composting's juice & pour into the water? Do I still need to put the 2 liquid fertilisers for their nutrients? I'm just a beginner for both Kratky hydroponic & Bokashi Composting. So, I want to know if it's ok to do these things. Thank you!

@tracyprice7674 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you get the seed cubes from?

@gutless_worm Жыл бұрын

When you've harvested your plants and it's time to start over, is it okay to keep the solution that's in the container and just top it up or is it advisable to dump it and start fresh? Are the roots absorbing the nutrients from the bulk water or only what they "drink"?