Hi , Thank you ,This looks great. How Deep are your Lettuce and Green tanks and at what hole spaces do you use for lettuces , greens , watercress ,herbs etc ?
Hi, thank-you for all the information. I live in England, in an apartment, and started a new hobby during "lockdown," Kratky hydroponic gardening. I have some questions, if you don't mind. 1) How did your first market go? 2) Were you the only stall selling hydroponic vegetables? 3) What was the public response? All the very best with your venture!
Suspended pot will be difficult if your climate gets hot. It works best if the nutrient can stay below 65F. I would suggest floating raft with air stones as an alternative.
Is this a way you do not need water pumps and air pumps. Can you explain how the system works and the amount of dissolved salts in the water that the lettuce needs?
Quick and dirty version- plants in a kratky system seem to grow roots that dip into the water (which will lose oxygen) and roots that stay above the water line, which draw oxygen from the moist air below the lid. As for salt build up, it doesn't seem to be a big issue for many plants (leafy greens, tomatoes, even ginger)
@@bialeckifarms3254, hello there, I just wondered if the nutrient that you used for these vegetables are different kinds or just one kind of nutrients for every all of them.
@@quarrelp8504 We use the same nutrient for all the greens production. Chem gro Lettuce formula from Hydrogardens. hydro-gardens.com/product/lettuce-formula-25lbs-bag-8-15-36/
Great job. My question is how to regulate the EC, if it is assumed, you can not add water? Does the concentration of salts increase greatly when water decreases?
Just about fill the tank leaving it a bit low for mixing. Add the appropriate amounts of fertilizer per the recipe on the bag and gently mix till dissolved. Then we top up the tank to the proper level and plant.
They are not an organic supplier. I have linked below to a product that is ORMI certified. I will say I haven't tried it so have no knowledge on how well it will work with this or any other hydroponic method. It is recommended to professional growers so it will likely have good results. hortamericas.com/catalog/fertilizers/pre-empt-organic-fertilizer-2/
Is there a contact that I can contact you to inquire your farming? I am a traditional farmer and looking to switch to hydroponic. Need some help on some question, couldn't find anyone in my country that grow leafy green using the kratky method commercially.
That is the biggest bokchoi I have ever seen. I’m serious. And I lived in Asia.
Beautiful.
The Swiss chard and lettuce are vibrant too.
Wow, fantastic. Going to feature you in one of my upcoming videos. Great job!
Good luck always
Love your videos!!!
You could consider using some grow lights to extend the day during the winter. Doesn't take a lot.
Kinda hard offgrid. :)
A little bit of light to extend the day length can make a difference. I just got some FEIT 9 watt grow bulbs for $13 each.
Awesome. Growers Love. Peace.
Hi. Veggies looked great! Can you share a little about the red coversheet? Purpose and beneficial?
Hi , Thank you ,This looks great. How Deep are your Lettuce and Green tanks and at what hole spaces do you use for lettuces , greens , watercress ,herbs etc ?
2x6 for lettuce and 2 x 10 fore greens, 8" centers.
Hi, thank-you for all the information. I live in England, in an apartment, and started a new hobby during "lockdown," Kratky hydroponic gardening. I have some questions, if you don't mind. 1) How did your first market go? 2) Were you the only stall selling hydroponic vegetables? 3) What was the public response? All the very best with your venture!
It takes time to develop a market following. So expect it to. But our farm sales have doubled every year and we are very profitable at this point.
What type of nutrients do you use? Thanks in advance.
The water doesn't freeze? How cold can the water get and still grows? Thanks
Have you had any pest problems so far? What can you share about your pest management methods? Thanks
Our worst issues are aphids. We use organic sprays to combat them.
may i know what nutrients do you use for your kratky system?
Chem-gro from Hydrogardens
Heard you mention Promix? W Kraky ? Soil or coco? Love your Vids. I aspire to do the same here in Texas
Suspended pot will be difficult if your climate gets hot. It works best if the nutrient can stay below 65F. I would suggest floating raft with air stones as an alternative.
ok cool can mustard greens be planted in this system and what size net pots do you use thanks so much!!!
2" net pots. Yes we have grown Mustard greens.
I've done it. I'm currently shifting back to 2" pots in 1-3/4" holes. (I've been using 3" net pots. Not needed for lettuce etc.) Watch my videos.
i feel like eating korean bbq lettuce wraps after seeing this video
Is this a way you do not need water pumps and air pumps.
Can you explain how the system works and the amount of dissolved salts in the water that the lettuce needs?
Quick and dirty version- plants in a kratky system seem to grow roots that dip into the water (which will lose oxygen) and roots that stay above the water line, which draw oxygen from the moist air below the lid. As for salt build up, it doesn't seem to be a big issue for many plants (leafy greens, tomatoes, even ginger)
Just wonder if I can grow these kinds of vegetable in a sunny weather.
Yes, we grow them all year.
@@bialeckifarms3254, hello there, I just wondered if the nutrient that you used for these vegetables are different kinds or just one kind of nutrients for every all of them.
@@quarrelp8504 We use the same nutrient for all the greens production. Chem gro Lettuce formula from Hydrogardens. hydro-gardens.com/product/lettuce-formula-25lbs-bag-8-15-36/
Great job. My question is how to regulate the EC, if it is assumed, you can not add water? Does the concentration of salts increase greatly when water decreases?
Honestly we don't sweat the small stuff. It just works. :)
Invest in an EC meter. I use a semi-deep water system. Sometimes I add water, sometimes food. Watch my videos.
Welcome How nutrients are added in the tank.
Just about fill the tank leaving it a bit low for mixing. Add the appropriate amounts of fertilizer per the recipe on the bag and gently mix till dissolved. Then we top up the tank to the proper level and plant.
I use the General Hydroponics Maxi Grow powder. Get an EC meter.
Hi there what's the average weight of your single lettuce plant
what else can be planted other than what you've showed like other veggies thanks
In the warm months we plant basil and other herbs. You can grow just about any green tho.
Is this system can start in Asian countries.I mean I'm Sri lanka.I would like to start. Hydroponic plants.thank u so much for updates.plz reply.
Of course. There are many people doing hydroponics in Asia. I recommend deep water culture with floats in trays about 6" deep. Watch my videos.
Hello Can mint be grown in this way? How many seedlings planted in square meters
24 plants per tank. the tank is 800mm x 1200mm. You could try it. I have never grown mint tho.
I visited ChemGro page.. and was unable to find out if their hydro formulas.. are organic or not?..
They are not an organic supplier. I have linked below to a product that is ORMI certified. I will say I haven't tried it so have no knowledge on how well it will work with this or any other hydroponic method. It is recommended to professional growers so it will likely have good results. hortamericas.com/catalog/fertilizers/pre-empt-organic-fertilizer-2/
Hello can collards be grown in a system like this if so what size net pots do you recommend thanks!!!
I would imagine they could. However they are a longer season crop so it may require special planning on your part.
I've grown collards in deep water but I'm shifting to growing in containers. It can get quite big and take over a lot of space.
What is the colored tops on the foam board?
They are row cover on a picture frame coverd with red ground cover.
Are using any airpumps in ur raftbeds?
I was but now I just use a water pump. Watch my video on "fountain hydroponics."
Is there a contact that I can contact you to inquire your farming? I am a traditional farmer and looking to switch to hydroponic. Need some help on some question, couldn't find anyone in my country that grow leafy green using the kratky method commercially.
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What size are ur tanks
How much do you charge at market?
Prices vary depending on time of year and type.
how do you start your seed?
Will do a video.