How to build a DIY self-watering container gardening system for growing tomatoes.
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In this DIY project, I will show you how to build a self-watering container for your vegetable gardening. You can visit my blog http://www.getforked.ca to see this project progress. There are many benefits to container gardening and this project takes it one step further. An internal reservoir allows the soil to naturally wick up water to the roots of the plant. Top gardening tips will tell you to never let your plants get too dry. with this system this is not a problem. This reservoir, combined with a weed shield, really reduces the maintenance needs of your outdoor growing. Planting a vegetable garden is rewarding when to get to eat the fruits of your labor, however, some planing can be tricky. Growing tomatoes and peppers can be a challenge but a self-watering planter such as the one I build here will make it a breeze. At the end of this video I will also show you how to plant and grow tomatoes in this system. One of my favourite aspects of this self-watering container gardening is that it is well suited for Off-grid project, as their is no need for power. This is an inexpensive project and you may have most of the materials you need on-site. Here is a list if you are going to start from scratch. Tools: Drill and drill bits Hose cutter 7/8th hole saw Knife Parts: Zip ties Clear hose with ½ inch internal diameter ½ inch rubber grommet ½ inch 90 degree pressure fit irrigation connector 3, 5, or 7 gallon bucket and lid (in this case I used a 7 gallon bucket) 4 inch net pot (You can find these anywhere they sell pond supplies or from a hydroponics supply store) Sharpie Black garbage bag Compost Perlite Peat moss Fertilizer Seedling
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how wide is the net pot?
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All of my woodworks I made with woodprix. Google and try it.
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How much work is it to just water the plant??? Unless you have hundreds of plants, this is a waste.
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Why doesn't he just use a Groasis Waterboxx? You can use regular soil and plants are watered with dew and rainfall, without human intervention?
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I liked the video. Well explained and straight forward. You presented a few great ideas like the clear tube on the outside and marking the water level for knowing when to add water. I think I might have added some garden net, nylon stocking to the inside of the net pot just to keep the soil from possibly clogging the drain hole(s), however, with the clear tube it would be obvious the container was overwatered. But still, if the container is outside, the rain may fill the bucket if the drain is plugged. Weed barrier is also a way to control evaporation. I would have also added the fertilizer to the soil mix. If you are not adding water from the top down, fertilizer on top isn't going to get to the roots. Thanks for the ideas.
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What happen to covering the net pots to keep the soil from going out of the holes in the net pot? You should have used a stocking or some of the garden fabric.
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Won't the root grow all the way to the bottom through the net pot and damage the plant when the repository of water is full?
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What size drill bit would I use for 1/2 grommet? I was told by someone to use 3/16. Is that right?
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I would put that thing down so the water can go out instead of it going up
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you couldn't make any more easy, your video was so well explained. A friend tought a similar bucket self watering system and I prefer your idea better, thanks for sharing this video.
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I would have filled the bottom with clay pebbs and drilled loads of air holes above drainage point
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that's one weird looking cat
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Did you REALLY cut that lid with a freaking steak knife?!? smh
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Is the weed barrier necessary? lol
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Nice build but 9:4:12 is not an ideal NPK ratio. 3:1:2 is a much better all rounder just sayin.
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Moron
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Hi. If you want to build it yourself just google for 'woodprix' . I know you'll find good solutions for your idea.
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My question is why do you have a tattoo with the Apple brand symbol with a power button in the center of it. Either you work for apple and love working there and/or you are a moron!
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Thank you for the excellent content. Awesome to see people exploring how to better themselves .
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