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Actively aerated organic ghetto beds on the cheap
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OrganicOzarks
I swear you get on here just to bust peoples bubbles.
I will say that that is a very cool container to grow in.
After the smoke & mirrors that I've seen you post, what you think about me or any other subject is 'without merit' on any number of levels.I swear you get on here just to bust peoples bubbles.
I will say that that is a very cool container to grow in.
You're welcome
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OrganicOzarks
You are funny.
I post about things I see through my microscope. Do you post things about what you see through your microscope?
Watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat.
You need a hug my man.
IncredibowlBoss
Member
That thing looks pretty boss - active or passive airflow? How big? How much?
I swear you get on here just to bust peoples bubbles.
I will say that that is a very cool container to grow in.
You are funny.
I post about things I see through my microscope. Do you post things about what you see through your microscope?
Watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat.View Image
You need a hug my man.
Claaass. Come to order class. Young man, now give me that knife. Thwwifft! Thank you.
Be nice guys.
Burn1
IncredibowlBoss
Member
Here's the promised update!
First news: clover is sprouting!
As for the plants, they all show improvement and healthy new growth - in some cases, the old foliage is even recovering!
Here they are in the same order as before;
I'm heading out of town for 5 days - I'll update when I get back - expect a field of clover!
First news: clover is sprouting!
As for the plants, they all show improvement and healthy new growth - in some cases, the old foliage is even recovering!
Here they are in the same order as before;
I'm heading out of town for 5 days - I'll update when I get back - expect a field of clover!
InjectTruth
Active member
Diggin the idea. Something Ive been thinking about for a while.
Nice containers Coot! Looks like simply PVC and landscape cloth. EXCELLENT!
Nice containers Coot! Looks like simply PVC and landscape cloth. EXCELLENT!
InjectTruth
The images that I posted are from a company called Geo Pot if you want to see some of their other products and concepts.
But you're correct - PVC and landscape cloth
"Ain't rocket science"
The images that I posted are from a company called Geo Pot if you want to see some of their other products and concepts.
But you're correct - PVC and landscape cloth
"Ain't rocket science"
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Toes.
it works. good form.
I looked at those when CC posted the pic in this thread (if you open the pic in a new tab you can see where the link came from)
I just built modular scrogs that are the exact size of the one you posted (36x16) but they would have had to drain on the floor, so I would have had to install floor drains, and the price was ridiculous, $42 each, and I would need 8, so that is $336 for some cloth and pvc.
Root Pouch bags are the same quality as the Smart Pots for $1 each instead of $5. I got 20 #5s for $28 shipped. I used 2 per scrog, in a rubbermaid under bed storage bin, and that leaves 4 for vegging in for a few weeks before flower. I saved over $300. They are available in multiple sizes up to 600 gallons and multiple levels of density. They also offer no frills versions for the nursery industry.
IncredibowlBoss
Member
IncredibowlBoss
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Some things I'm learning/trying:
1. The combination of bark mulch, clover, and worms is a little tricky - the clover doesn't necessarily love to root in the mulch, and when I disturb the top few inches to feed the worms, it doesn't help things. That said, the clover *is* growing in patches - and I think as their roots get more developed and there's more structure to that top soil, everything will go a bit smoother with this dynamic.
2. The worms LOVE the stuff that comes out of the airlift brewer - whether it's the compost tea stuff or the botanical tea stuff, they scarf everything from a 5 gallon brew by the time the next brew is ready to be emptied (3 days or so).
3. I'm going to try to start 'Low Stress Training" the plants to cross the container in rows of buds - more on this when the training begins.
1. The combination of bark mulch, clover, and worms is a little tricky - the clover doesn't necessarily love to root in the mulch, and when I disturb the top few inches to feed the worms, it doesn't help things. That said, the clover *is* growing in patches - and I think as their roots get more developed and there's more structure to that top soil, everything will go a bit smoother with this dynamic.
2. The worms LOVE the stuff that comes out of the airlift brewer - whether it's the compost tea stuff or the botanical tea stuff, they scarf everything from a 5 gallon brew by the time the next brew is ready to be emptied (3 days or so).
3. I'm going to try to start 'Low Stress Training" the plants to cross the container in rows of buds - more on this when the training begins.
IncredibowlBoss
Member
So I went to the hardware store baked again... And in the continued spirit of scientific exploration, decided to buy some carnivorous plants to add to the mix. Best case they fix nutrition from fungus gnats that they'll give up to the worms and micro life. Worst case they'll die in the container after infesting my soil with critters they can't kill.
For now though, they're cool as hell!
For now though, they're cool as hell!
This is really rad dude.. I'm taggin along gonna see how it yields and whatnot. Might be perfect for a little vert closet project I'm plannin.
IncredibowlBoss
Member
So I've tied down the plants more or less as I'd hoped - their spot in the flower room will be open in about 3 weeks and I think we'll see some MAGIC
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BlueJayWay
HAHAHA the carnivorous plant idea is fuckin' awesome man, if for nothing more than shits 'n' giggles, let us know how many gnats they devour!
FEED ME SEYMOUR!!!!!!!
FEED ME SEYMOUR!!!!!!!
IncredibowlBoss
Member
To soon to draw any conclusions on carnivorous plants for gnat control, but I wanted to take a moment to lay out my general theory with the horizontal training I got going on.
Of course, there's the traditional reasoning: more bud sites and uniform canopy penetration.
But being a soil geek, that's where my real motive is: I'll use the foliage to absorb most of the light and heat, an to create a "living humidity dome" for the top soil.
The hypothesis is that I can tweak my efficiency by using light for more of the life that wants it (ie the lower branches) and wasting less of it annoying my soil life.
In an unrealistic dream world, this would lead to an increased fungus population that would raise my CO2 levels through respiration - but at this point, that's probably wishful thinking for me.
Of course, there's the traditional reasoning: more bud sites and uniform canopy penetration.
But being a soil geek, that's where my real motive is: I'll use the foliage to absorb most of the light and heat, an to create a "living humidity dome" for the top soil.
The hypothesis is that I can tweak my efficiency by using light for more of the life that wants it (ie the lower branches) and wasting less of it annoying my soil life.
In an unrealistic dream world, this would lead to an increased fungus population that would raise my CO2 levels through respiration - but at this point, that's probably wishful thinking for me.
