3 Ways To Check Your Soil Moisture - Garden Quickie Episode 75

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  • @myrustygarden
    @myrustygarden 2 роки тому +8

    So the popsicle stick is like a toothpick in a cake to test centre cooked or not 👍👍👍

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому +3

      It totally his! Ha ha I should have made that analogy in the video!!

  • @VaultDwellerGal
    @VaultDwellerGal 2 роки тому +6

    Thanks for another great and super helpful video; they really brighten my day. Not all heroes wear capes.

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому +2

      Cheers Vanessa, thanks so much for watching and for the support! 🙂

  • @theloosemonkeybackyardgard506
    @theloosemonkeybackyardgard506 2 роки тому +7

    Proper watering is probably one of the most overlooked issues in gardening 😳. Thanks for the info 😃

  • @shilohcruce1700
    @shilohcruce1700 2 роки тому +1

    THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I don't know why I can't stop overwatering. I plan to stop by my garden supply outlet to get a couple of those water testers. HUGS!

  • @Rubio_Eric
    @Rubio_Eric 2 роки тому

    I normally just dig a small hole a couple inches down and check. I like the popsicle stick idea too!

  • @Maggie-eq4cd
    @Maggie-eq4cd 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this, I bought one of these from your recommendation and I am really pleased with it. Simple for me to use which is what I like.

  • @ShaolinGurl7
    @ShaolinGurl7 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you! This certainly helps. Right now, Central Florida, USA is reaching 94F temperatures.I've been in doubt of whether or not I'm over watering or dehydrating my red bell pepper plant!

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому +1

      Its definitely a tough time of year to keep everything hydrated, including ourselves!

  • @biachiking7043
    @biachiking7043 2 роки тому

    Thank you for these videos. I'm relatively new to gardening and I find your videos so helpful ☺️🙏🏾

  • @patriciatinkey2677
    @patriciatinkey2677 2 роки тому +1

    Another excellent answer to the thorny questions of gardening. South Florida's erratic Volume of rain means a rain barrel is a must here to ensure your water supply is on tap when you need it. The other option, municipal water, can get too pricey!

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому +1

      Totally agree Patricia.. And with this crazy weather, it's only going to be more and more important!

    • @patriciatinkey2677
      @patriciatinkey2677 2 роки тому

      @@TheRipeTomatoFarms Future video suggestion- how to set up a rain barrel. I bet most people make the same mistake I did & don't know to elevate it so the watering can fits under the spout. Also, the need for safety- no good to have 450lbs fall over on someone! (Sorry, I have no idea how to convert the weight for the rest of the world!)

  • @tierrareset2515
    @tierrareset2515 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you this is very helpful

  • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
    @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому

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    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому

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  • @fishingwithfilitsa
    @fishingwithfilitsa 2 роки тому +3

    Very nice❤❤❤👍👍👍

  • @yukonsmomma3562
    @yukonsmomma3562 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks. I love your content.

  • @hope2029
    @hope2029 2 роки тому +5

    Love your short vids! Where do you get your mulch for indoors? ( No bugs)

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks! I use Farmstrong GardenStraw....I buy it locally, not sure how far they distribute...

    • @hope2029
      @hope2029 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheRipeTomatoFarms I keep getting gnats I use promax in the red bag, keep it in a sealed tub, after two months I have gnats even tho I don't bring anything from the outside. Any idea as to why? Do they reproduce every two months? 🤔😐

  • @marilynbarrett1804
    @marilynbarrett1804 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks Jeff. Quick question here. I notice that the leaves on my string beans are becoming speckled yellow. I know that there is a problem.what I don't know , is what is the problem. Can you tell me what it might be?

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому +1

      Oh shoot Marilyn....over watering perhaps? Did they maybe get sprayed with something?

    • @marilynbarrett1804
      @marilynbarrett1804 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheRipeTomatoFarms I think you are right. 👍😄 A few ways I gave them a good watering and then boom a couple of hours we got rain for hours and hours.. shouy have taken the in, they are in pots

  • @DiFish-z6n
    @DiFish-z6n 2 роки тому +2

    Do you need to check a bunch of spots or just one?
    Thanks

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Diane, I try to check a couple of spots just to make sure, but sometimes one tells you enough.

  • @waynesell3681
    @waynesell3681 10 місяців тому +1

    Another use for my used popsicles sticks, gonna try it

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  10 місяців тому +1

      Awesome way to recycle!

    • @waynesell3681
      @waynesell3681 10 місяців тому +1

      @@TheRipeTomatoFarms for sure! Bought a garden pen that is not suppose to fade, maybe, gonna find out!

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  10 місяців тому +1

      @@waynesell3681 they do make great row markers too!

    • @waynesell3681
      @waynesell3681 10 місяців тому

      @@TheRipeTomatoFarms thanks again for your reply Jeff! Summer time favorite and collected a few sticks over the years ..

  • @kevinrowbotham545
    @kevinrowbotham545 2 роки тому

    Good information.

  • @catherineharris27
    @catherineharris27 2 роки тому +1

    Off topic...Strawberry 🍓 runner plants i have 3 of them. Can I clip them n repot them? If so when is the best time to clip them? Do I leave outside on the patio or do I bring them inside and placed in front of a window ? Thanks 😊

    • @TheRipeTomatoFarms
      @TheRipeTomatoFarms  2 роки тому

      Hey Catherine! Strawberry runner video tomorrow at 9am! Although its more describing what they are rather than what to do with them. Here's a potting up video that should help you. As soon as they get root nodules on the bottom, they can be placed in water. Some go to soil right away, but I try to get roots out of them first.: ua-cam.com/video/qBEeDWanjTw/v-deo.html

  • @Sweetlady1916
    @Sweetlady1916 2 роки тому

    I'm trying to figure out, if my plants are overwatered or have iron chlorosis. I think both are an issue. Thanks for the tips.

  • @muffinproo
    @muffinproo Рік тому

    Love these camera angles haha

  • @ItsMe-vd4qi
    @ItsMe-vd4qi 7 місяців тому

    Stupid question but are you supposed to put the moisture meter down that far? I’ve only been going down 2 inches with mine..

  • @cookiemama4
    @cookiemama4 2 роки тому +1

    I think I've killed a lot of zucchini from overwatering. They turn yellow at the ends, and don't mature.. 😳

  • @peggyjoford9842
    @peggyjoford9842 2 роки тому +1

    🙏🇺🇸🙏🏽👏👏👏