Hydroponic Update ~ Dutch Bucket Tomatoes and Kratky Lettuce

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11 жыл бұрын

It's time for a progress report on the Fall crop of Dutch bucket tomatoes. As I have for a couple years now, I'm growing Big Beef. Things are off to a good start. The first blossoms are starting to set fruit and we should have tomatoes all the way up to Christmas. Looking inside the small greenhouse, the Kratky boxes are doing great. Butterhead lettuce, Romaine, and Tatsoi are looking really good. And the Pak Choi in the floating raft setup is ready to start picking. If you've been having trouble growing leafy vegetables, look into hydroponics. It's a neat way to grow, and very productive.
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@waynehornsby3796 Жыл бұрын

I know these videos are 9 years old. I watched many videos yeses ago. Still the most helpful videos I’ve ever seen on Hydroponics. Talking to a supplier, they talk over your head and make it complicated. Your explanations are so clear and simple. Much appreciated

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Absolutely ! I never judge anyone for their beliefs. We're all human and need to eat. All I'm trying to do is share how I do things. I hope it helps.

@CaliKim29 11 жыл бұрын

Great visuals to show the amazing growth in just a few short weeks! Those are the most perfect greens I have ever seen. You're doing an incredible job with your garden, Bobby!

@Laaurajay61 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing all you learn with us! U don't know how much we appreciate it! Keep up the good work and let me just say hubby and I agree you would make an excellent teacher!

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

With hydroponics, it's amazing just how pretty the plants can get. Thanks.

@alfredjohnson5647 2 жыл бұрын

I love to garden,growing anything is my passion,thanks for the hydroponic information

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

It really is that easy Rob. So simple that even I can do it !

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark, it's all about sharing the info. I learn a lot from youtube and this is my way of paying it forward. I think it's a good deal all around. Thanks.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Good to hear that things are going well for you. As the years go by and you learn more, things will become much easier.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

I agree, blessed in so many ways. Thanks.

@KhangStarr 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks, for sharing. Your lettuce, Pak Choi and Romaine look beautiful!

@cristianalpha7257 11 жыл бұрын

I totally agree. My biggest problems before were the balance of nutrients and pest control. You make it very ez to understand and at the same time, gives me the sense that even the best gardener runs into those situations every now and then. So it shows me not to give in and feel disconcerting. Keep up the good work Mhp, you rock!

@Karl_B 11 жыл бұрын

Impressive looking! I like the look of your set up. There will be some mighty thankful people this fall who will benefit from your harvest. A true blessing!

@gordoncaldwell5597 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative. It helps to hear from someone with experience and with the smarts to gain from that experience. Before viewing I had my doubts but after seeing this I will definitely consider this method. Thank you.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul. This hydroponic stuff is a lot of fun.

@250deanzer 10 жыл бұрын

I am trying Aquaponics this year .And will definitely be trying your dutch bucket tomatoes next season.I would just like to thank you for the time you have taken.To put so much of your time aside to teach us what you have learned.i will keep you informed how it works out for me.God Bless and thank you again.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

I agree...it's hard to beat. I have it at the top of my list.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's a lot of fun doing the hydroponic stuff.

@michaelhemgesberg6827 10 жыл бұрын

Great Video. I have watched all your videos several times as to not miss a thing. I am very excited to try this method. Gardening has always been fun but NEVER been easy. Pulling weeds and tilling the soil is for the young and for those with too much time on their hands. As soon as the snow melts I'll be out setting up my new garden. Thank You.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Susan and I had a lot of fun at the auction. It was certainly an eye opening experience. And they were almost giving the produce away.

@bluecatblu76 4 жыл бұрын

Your channel is the best and most informative. Are you a teacher? If not you should be. I’ve learnt more in just watching a couple of your videos than any others. Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

@waleedmasoud431 7 жыл бұрын

I appreciate every bit of your videos.

@metalmennonite9545 11 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video brother! Thanks for taking time out of your day to share your knowledge with the rest of us. Its a real blessing.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Considering the high temps in the GH, I'm pleased with how things have grown.

@trickyricky61 11 жыл бұрын

Another good one Bobby, your usual best. Thanks.

@shawhit3462 11 жыл бұрын

Wow, those leafy greens look so good!

@hdfatboy329 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the updates, your videos are great and learning a lot. Keep em coming !!!!

@AustinFamilyGardeningChannel 11 жыл бұрын

Great job on the video -lots of good tips. I really like the tip about letting the plant dry out before you remove it . Thanks Larry

@newtagwhodis4535 6 жыл бұрын

You’re a genius brother, thank you so much for posting!

@honeybacres 11 жыл бұрын

Your hydroponic and kratky stuff has done really for you Bobby. Nice work there.

@danieldaniels8200 11 жыл бұрын

One of your best videos that, thanks .going to do loads next year.

@Bigelowbrook 11 жыл бұрын

looking great Bobbie! I planted pac choy for the first time and the caterpillars loved it! the BT helped a lot.

@gabisandu 11 жыл бұрын

Bobby, you are the best. Thanks for sharing...

@WayneMeador 11 жыл бұрын

Bobby you continue to amaze me. Well done! Thank you for the wonder Video!

@jackbuddha2002 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the tips Bobby!

@ransielgalme8097 7 жыл бұрын

outstanding presentation...thank you ...have a blessed thanksgiving

@cristianalpha7257 11 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring videos. I love all of them and can't wait to get my hydro garden started. It never really worked out for me, but with your help I'm determined to make it this time around. Thx for sharing. God bless

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I enjoy sharing what I do.

@PianoYogaWood 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the inspiration to get growing! Starting four trays tomorrow.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thank Kim. Hydroponics is a great way to grow most any kind of leafy greens.

@markwhair 11 жыл бұрын

Bobby, thanks for great information on after the harvest tips. I setup a system in my basement for garden veggies and so far it's doing pretty well. Also setup one for my dad in his greenhouse which was doing well. Thanks for all your great advice and information.

@paulhawkins65 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome big beef setup I see you’ve decided that single stem is the way to go-cant wait to see all those tomatoes later on in the year. As always thanks for sharing you are a true inspiration!

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Yes. I use a base 4-18-38 fertilizer, mixed with Calcium Nitrate and Epsom salt. It gives the plants what they need to grow well.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony.

@OneYardRevolution 11 жыл бұрын

Very impressive results, as always!

@aaronsarinana1654 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice garden! Thanks for sharing!

@ramrajjiwanand1102 11 жыл бұрын

you are truly blessed .. nice work !

@mtbotteE85 11 жыл бұрын

Ahhh, those big beef. Hard to beat. A good hardy plant......and oh such great flavor.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob. Worms are sneaky. One day the plant looks great. The next day it's full of holes. With new growth coming on all the time, it helps to spray once a week to keep up with them.

@cybereagle01 4 жыл бұрын

Rather belated but do you know if I can use round buckets on the Dutch bucket system? Thats because thats all we get this side of the world.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Hey Lois, Big Beef is popular all over the country. It does great for me. Thank you.

@jewelhunter1960 11 жыл бұрын

I have been following your videos for some time now. Wish I had you here to help me lol. Very soon I am going to start both systems you use here. I look at you videos over and over again. Thank you so much.

@itsmeme5340 11 жыл бұрын

Your garden is doing great!

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. With bad weather like we had in the early Spring, a greenhouse would be a life saver. You can control the growing conditions yourself, leaving nothing to chance. :)

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

LOL...those instructions are priceless ! Thanks.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Now that would be an interesting set up.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Yes you can. Just be careful with direct sunlight on one side for too long. The black will heat up quickly.

@jamout65 11 жыл бұрын

Bobby, I planted big beef, rutgers, and golden jubilee tomato varieties in my garden this year thanks to you. The production from these three varieties has been awesome. The big beef is truly a great tomato. It tastes great and the plants produce very well. I highly recommend using concrete reinforcement wire and a t-post as tomato cages..............especially for the big beef. They really grow. Thanks for your videos.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Yes Lisa, you can clone the garden tomatoes just fine. Use whatever method you prefer. Once established, they'll grow like new plants.

@firozosman 4 жыл бұрын

may the almighty bless you sir, with wisdom and His guidance. many thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Good to hear you got the boss on your side. :)

@BrianSmith1969 11 жыл бұрын

Another great video Bobby. the sheet of paper says it the best. Truly usable information!!! Now to finish my morning coffee, and get out in the soil, and the garden, and do some work. I learned SO much this from your videos, and I am staying positive. I went with Rutgers and Homestead tomatoes, and still have a soil based cherry that is producing. I also learned that I have been being too timid with the fertilizer. My Rutgers in the Kratky tote is growing like crazy, and has blooms.Cya next time

@sumafow 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. Your videos help me a lot to start my own. God bless.

@BobCampbell530 11 жыл бұрын

B.t. israelensis (B.t.i.) is effective against mosquitoes, blackflies, fungus gnats and some midges. I try to encourage midge worms in my aquaponics because they are good fish food, and harmless. You can buy floating B.t.i discs and add them to your reservoir.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

I have 2 Kratky boxes outside that I've shown a few times. As long as you keep the rain from pouring in, it works very well. Thanks.

@loislaney23 11 жыл бұрын

Will have to try that Big Beef tomato next year. That lettuce does look beautiful. So does everything else!!

@MisterSandman009 11 жыл бұрын

Love your videos mate.

@bevyh1 11 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Really looking good.

@2techshop 5 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Thank you for sharing.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Hydroponics at it's core is very simple. Water, light, and nutrients. Get the combination right and it's a piece of cake. Good luck.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

For sure, you need the big cages and t-posts....definitely something to keep the cage from rolling over. I've been very impressed with Big Beef, so I keep on growing it. Thanks.

@TheModernOffGriders 11 жыл бұрын

I am so amazed with your teaching you are the man great job on every part of your garden thank you for everything thank you share with us god bless you

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Inside a greenhouse, single stem tomatoes are much easier to manage. If you let them get too bushy and then have any disease or fungal issues, it's hard to get a good spray coverage. Thanks.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Tomatoes are almost self pollinating. The flowers contain both male and female parts. All that is required is some type of vibration for the pollen to drop down onto the stigma to complete the pollination process. This vibration or motion is most often done by wind. In a greenhouse, it helps to use a cordless toothbrush to vibrate the clusters, or simply shake the plants.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

I cooked some Pak Choi last night, it was excellent.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.

@No1sF00L 11 жыл бұрын

hahahahah loved how you showed how easy it is to take care of the kratky lettuce!

@theJustinDyechannel Жыл бұрын

This is so awesome man, cracked up at the part where you said the plants didn’t seem to be effected by the algae but you’re effected by it 😂

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Yes, a bug light would probably help. I do have a bug zapper that I've used in the past. I probably should put it back up until the warm weather is done. Thanks.

@meanshoes 11 жыл бұрын

I'm always blown away by how well everything seems to perform in the kratky setups. I'm going to be heating my GH this year Bobby so I'm looking forward to doing some things I haven't tried :) great video Bobby :) Brock

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Cool, I think you'll enjoy hydroponics.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

I tried cleaning with wet roots, and it was a mess. Having them completely dry is the way to go. Thanks Larry.

@RobsAquaponics 11 жыл бұрын

You make it sound & look all to easy Booby... Great looking crop yet again.. Cheers & have a great one :)

@Srcuzcatlan 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos..they're really inspiring.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Like Bob said, those mosquito dunks are great for dealing with insects.To keep the water clean, the best advice I have is to block as much light as you possibly can. Thanks.

@geehaw93 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for a very inspiring video!

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Yes sir, I'm in southern Virginia.

@eyesdatsee 10 жыл бұрын

thank you for another great video

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

We're off to a very good start. The tomatoes should be producing by mid October.

@dibyendumukharjee8822 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a wonderful video.

@TheProdigalson525 7 жыл бұрын

im a good follower of yours...thanks for the info dude...learning a lot and am planning to start my setup when i come home...God bless

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

I had Pak Choi for dinner, it was excellent.

@TheBriantoons 11 жыл бұрын

Wow! I do believe you have gotten the golden key. When I grow up I want to be just like you. :)

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Correct... you fill the reservoir at the start of the growing process and do nothing else till harvest. The ppm will vary depending on your fertilizer source. From what I've seen, lettuce is very forgiving and does well in a wide range. Thanks.

@mhpgardener 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Hydroponics will make anyone look like a genius. :)