Keter Easy Growing | Self Watering | Raised Bed | How To | Garden | Beginners
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- Опубліковано 19 сер 2024
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Thanks for explaining how to water, because the instructions didn't. Finally after months of use, I get how this container is actually 'self-watering'. Now my plants are thriving in the summer heat with no watering from the top. I'm beyond thrilled.
I love hearing this! I noticed the instructions were quite sparse, so I figured others may need help like I did. Happy growing season 😊
Exactly. I was so confused about how the self watering system worked. This was extremely helpful!👍
i watched other tutorials on the same bed and this one is the most comprehensive, clear and to the point. Thank you
This was super helpful since I purchased this exact wicker planter from an Estate Sale. I had no instructions or how the self watering was supposed to work. Thank you so much!
I'm glad you found this video because it's literally the only video I've seen there is no real explanation on how the water regulator works. This bed is awesome and the company really should give more explanation on how thinks works. The directions are vague, luckily assembly is very easy
I had no idea how to make this self watering and now I do! Thanks 😊
Thank you for explaining how to use the planter. It was very helpful! YOU Go Girl!
This is the most thorough video out here for this bed. Keter needs to give you something for doing what they didn't do with their directions. This product would probably sell much more if the watering system was emphasized more in review videos. It is truly a great garden bed.
Thank you for your sweet comment 🩵 It truly is a fantastic product. I’ve purchased a 2nd one since this video!
thank you for the video. My kit came with no instructions. Unfortunately, it didn't have the plug either. At least now I know enough to go back to the store (BJ's) to see if I can get one. otherwise, I'll have to improvise. It was helpful to explain why you don't like starting with seeds, which is what I was planning to do.
I hope BJ’s is able to give you a plug. I’m glad this video helped you!
great video as there were no instructions when I bought it last year. then had a big rain while I was on vacation and drowned out. Had to drain when I came back. Thanks for explaining.
Perfect video step by step easy to understand. Gave more info than instructions. Thanks
My mom found 2 of these being thrown out. She gave me one I wasnt sure how to use it. Thank you.
What a find!! Enjoy ☺️
The BEST information I’ve found on this, thank you!
You’re welcome! Thank you for being here. 🫶🏾
Great video! I can’t wait to do this with my wife.
Thank you so much for doing this video! I got it put together and was very lost after that.
I would really appreciate your June - July video 😊
Thanks for showing us how the water gage works.
I just bought this at Walmart on clearance, I bought because the size. I didn't even know it self watered lol. Great video!
Thank you! I hope you enjoy. 😀
I bought some of the raised bed and will put together soon. Thanks for the Tips.
Thanks so much for doing this. Very helpful! A couple of additional questions. I see you say to water through the tube with the leaf. How far down/ up should the leaf be before adding water? I’m a real NEWBIE to planting! When you say 2 bags, about what size? Thanks for your help!
Thank u so much for your video it helped me after I put together my bed’ bought my soul and fertilizer…. Ran across your helpful video
I've been watering it all wrong! Thank you for the info
Hi! Thank you for this tutorial. It was extremely helpful moreso than the instructions that came with it! One quick question for clarification: how do you know when to add water? You mentioned, "when the leaf is half way". Is that, when the leaf is halfway down the tube? And when should I release water? When the red part is above the tube?
You’re welcome!
Every environment is different and there are no hard fast rules. I add water when the leaf is halfway down the tube but if we are expecting rain I leave it be. If the red part of the tube is showing I would not add water. I would drain it if we’re expecting heavy rain. I also put my finger in the soil from time to time to determine as well.
@@Homegrown21 Thank you!
Thank u just put together the 2 I just bought!! Sooo helpful
I subscribed just because I love the name of your channel.
Awesome!!!!! Thnx u helped w the watering lol
Thanks for the informational
Oh no, I discarded the bottom black piece of the watering system, I thought it was part of the packaging and not meant to stay on. I see you left yours on. So I assume my red piece/leaf piece won't float now?
Awesome
Thanks so much!!! We’ll done!
Great video. Very informative. Thank you so much.
I just ordered this, thank you!
Thank you!!!
Can you better explain how to water the plants using this planter? Should I continue to water the usual way (watering plants on top) or should I add water through tube (with green leaf indicator) to go to bottom of planter? Or something else??
I water with the green leaf tube when the plants are very young in order to reduce the trauma they are under. As the plants grew larger and stronger I began watering over the top.
@@Homegrown21 should soil be inside the green leaf thing?
No. That should be empty.
@@Homegrown21 thanks i accidentally poured a lot of dirt in it so i guess its not working
So when i water I don't do it on the actual bed i do it through the green leaf area?
Thank you very helpful
I'm on my second year of using this raised bed. The first year it worked great! This year I can't get the leaf to move. I was able to drain out over a gallon of water as it has rained quite a bit lately. the soil is totally saturated but no standing water. It's been raining a lot lately. Does this mean I don't have enough water in the bottom to get the leaf to move? The leaf can be lifted by hand with no problem so it's not stuck. I didn't take out all of last year's dirt so maybe I don't have enough water in the bottom? Do you know approx. how much water it takes for the leaf to start to rise. I could try to drain the bed completely and add new water in the tube to fill the bottom again.
This sounds like your soil is too saturated. When it dries perhaps it will return to normal. Have you tried exposing it to a lot of sun in attempt to get the soil to dry out?
Can I plant bean seeds directly into soil or must I only plant established seedlings and plants?
Great informative video 🎉, but where did you get the water gauge from? Please share the link, thanks
This is part of the bed.
I had no instructions and added my soil first.. how can I adjust that situation
Hi Brenda, you will need to remove the soil and install the barrier board.
Personally I think you could just fill the water through the fill gadget. That's what I did before I found this video. That is also how you keep the water level up throughout time.
How to water tomatoes in this Environment
How high do I fill the basin? Just the first marking don’t see a marking on it anywhere that says “max fill” or anything and of course the Instructions 😂 thanks for this video!!!
I leave 2-3 inches of space from the top 🙂
with your plants being so new wouldnt you need to water from the top more than just once. roots arent down to water level yet
Nope! It rained quite a bit.
How far up should the water gage be? I miss the water step before adding the soil, the directions from the box are AWFUL!! I filled through the gage but not until the red was showing. Just need to know.
No hard fast rules. It depends on what you’re growing. If the leaf is floating you have water. If the leaf is sitting you need water. If the red is showing you don’t need to add, rather consider draining if to the touch the soil is wet.
I didn’t fill the basin am I fine?
i am on a verge to purchase again this ( i had to sell my 1st one bc of moving, and still could not find anything which is durable as this- wood is not very massive , u need to line it with foil or stg, they are way smaller and will not last so long, metal gets very hot in the summer, and other cheap platic stuf..just meh...).. but PLEASE tell me where did u get that sign, i need one (4-5 actually to the whole terrace-garden)
I found the “you grow girl” sign in a random bin at my local At Home store.
So if you need to add water, you only add it through the tube?
Hi Anna! No. You can water as normal over the soil once planted :) This is certainly easier but more difficult to track because you aren’t watching the water meter rise.
Thank you so much! I sat here in frustration staring at what could generously be called instructions I couldn’t figure it out. Decided to look on UA-cam and there you were, my friend. Thank you so much for showing me the way.
Do you pull the plug completely out? I can’t seem to figure it out? Thank you so much for this video ! ❤
Yes! Pull completely out 🤍
@@Homegrown21 awesome thank you 🙏
Hi, I was wondering how to add water when it's needed. I ask this because I keep hearing "there's no t top watering . Thank you!
I water with the green leaf tube when the plants are very young in order to reduce the trauma they are under. As the plants grew larger and stronger I began watering over the top.
Any idea how long the leaf part is? I got this same one second hand from an older gentlemen that I'm assuming didn't understand the self watering aspect since he removed the leaf on the 2 that he gave me. I do cad design and 3d printing so I'm working on making a replacement leaf to put on the red part but im not sure how long the leaf section is.
Random add on but i just realized the drain on mine seems to be leaking after i opened it last time. I have it closed but it still drips. Is that normal?
I would guess about 2 inches less than the height of the bed. FYI There is a sponge at the end of the leaf that allows it to float. Please keep me updated with your design. That is so cool!
I’ve never had any dripping
How is your garden Bed doing so far?
Great! I actually purchased this item again!
I didn’t put any water in the bottom can I just keep watering it from the top?
Yes! It will trickle down
Hi I have just bought one of these and I don't know how much water is too much! I have watered it so the red part of the leaf is quite a long way up above the top of he tube so does that mean I have too much water as there are no instructions to say how high up the red part of the leaf should be.
Watering depends on the plants you have and the weather. It’s sort of a figure out as you go. See how long it takes for that water indicator to lower. Are your plants drowning? Is it raining a lot and causing the bed to over flow? Is it sunny and drying up quickly? Ask yourself these questions. Remember that it will change as the seasons pass. Good luck!
Like your video. I’m having a hard time finding the exact one even when I click on your link. Can you tell me the height and width please. Or any other info you have on it
31.7 gallon, Keter brand. I see it listed on Amazon 😃
Can you share what soil u used?
Any soil labeled “raised bed” will do! Just make sure to use a fertilizer. I like biotone starter fertilizer.
How can I get replacement legs for my Keter raised bed?
Were you able to find replacement legs I need 2
How is the planter holding up?
Great! If I were to make an update video I would advise to cover it during heavy storms to prevent having to drain the soil so much which removes the nutrients. Other than that tip- no issues! Worth every penny.
Do you have any video after a year update?
No video because I moved recently. However, the bed held up well even through a rough winter. I still highly recommend!
@@Homegrown21 that's awesome, glad to hear it worked out. Thanks for the video. Going to start a little herb garden of my own and i like this setup. Enjoy your new home be well.
How much of the red leaf part should be out showing? I planted tomato plant and leaves turned yellow
In just 8 hours
Does the bin hold water? I would want to use it like a pond
It does hold water if you do not remove the drainage cap. It does not have a smooth bottom though.
@@Homegrown21 Im thinking of using it as a planted pond, so likely the bottom will be full of soil and gravel
I think that would work nicely! Let me know how it works out.
On the water gauge should the plant be even with the top of cup? If red showing, too much water? I can’t find details anywhere. Thank you.
Hi Catherine, I went over this in the video towards the end! Skip ahead to the 5 min, 30 second point. Let me know if you have questions.