GroPockets - How to build a Tower system for Aquaponics / Hydroponics

How to build a tower system using GroPockets.

[@MrStromRider]

My partner and I have bought 4.3acres and intend going off grid completely I had intended to register for your course this year but circumstances prevented me from doing so. Videos like this only make me more determined than ever to do it and grow as much as our own food as possible. Thank you Murray for your inspiration.

[@MurrayPonics]

You are welcome. I hope you can realise your dream.

[@scooterstoked]

Best system I’ve seen so far. Compact!

[@MurrayPonics]

Yes, very successful system

[@nisarmoossa]

really an inspirational video.. great job sir.. thanks..

[@Suenodeamatista]

Such a great video! Thank you for sharing!

[@MurrayPonics]

You are welcome Alejandro. I am glad that you god value from the video.

[@MrPilcher01]

OK you've answered my question the other video thanks

[@shezawi26]

Very nice, thank you

[@maxlove4821]

Looks great

[@AbdulWahab-ij8zn]

Good system but my advice is to reverse the hole saw after drilling the pilot hole. You will get a very clean cut. Abdul from Kenya

[@MurrayPonics]

Thanks for that excellent bit of advice.

[@screscenti520]

How do you prevent the media in the net pots from falling out for an outdoor application where wind can be a problem?

[@jamesbailey7785]

Adding up costs, 5$ per pocket sleeve X10 =$50 + shipping. 10' sch40 PVC $16. A bit of glue, and time. So roughly $75 a completed tower. Pluses- The grow method is comparable to DWC but less cost per sq'. Bright Agrotech towers run bout $62 plus shipping and you need the media fillerbase. So bout the same in cost per tower. Pluses- You able to harvest more times from the original planting in Agrotech tower. The added filtration by the media filler. Adding worms are an extra cost though. Need to experiment on placement and lighting to see which will give you more yield per area. Thoughts? Tom

[@MurrayPonics]

Hi Tom, Towers that have/require media are not that successful in Aquaponics. The medium becomes a filter and clogs and is also much more labour intensive to plant, harvest and replant. More plants per tower using GroPockets, therefore, more yield.

[@jamesbailey7785]

Thanks 4 the reply young man. Have I heard a somewhere about a required filtration needed per gallon of water so I was thinking the media/ medium helped that to make a bit more compact system. I have been building a system and have 4 Agrotech towers sitting in Garage. I will order some grow pockets and build a tower as a demonstration unit. I am getting ready to start the plumbing/drains and plan to incorporate your air lift ideas. Best; Tom

[@Johny40Se7en]

Thanks for the video tutorial butt, it's really good stuff. Love the Chinese music in the background too, very tranquil. Also, can you use epoxy glue like araldite or something if pvc cement isn't easily available? Definitely use zipties, they can be reused by pressing the little tab / prong thing in to release them, but sticky tape can't be. Reuse for sustainability, especially when it comes to plastics ; )

[@MurrayPonics]

Thanks for your comment Johny.

[@sastry101]

Can we put seed in the net pot and keep it in your tower or only seedlings?

[@1FishinAddict]

doesn't look like this system took off running. Now its just the simple cups that goes into the hole with very little adhesive on the outside to prevent leaks. Best of all, the cups are $2 for 5 !

[@othridgerunner379]

If you try this and you up with leaks it would be easier to use aquarium silicone as long as pockets are secure than take it apart.

[@edplow5917]

did you ever hear of a HOT GLUE GUN

[@laultimaverdad1187]

thx

[@forageforage3520]

Here is an interesting thought.. There is this nft thing called Floot..it's a one piece mold injection thing that is set up for horizontal... use.. if you notice..its only about 3.25" thick..what youe want to take notice of is.. it's only 3.25" thick.. the point here is.. even when you go vertical..YOU DONT NEED THIS BIG FAT 4" diameter TUBE...you could do this easily with a 3" tube..probably even a 2.5" inch tube.. JUST SAYING. Love the concept of the vertical hydro, however.

[@MurrayPonics]

Yes you can use smaller dia pipe but it works best with 4" pipe. We grow big plants as you can see in our videos. If you grow little lettuce the smaller pipes are OK.

[@MichaelJohnson-jt5cu]

Some large diameter rubber bands or bungee cords would work well for holding the cups on while they set.

[@MurrayPonics]

Yes, good suggestion Michael, Thanks.

[@bryanadz]

Hi there , very interesting video , please Where can we find the pvc holders glued to the pipes? Thanks

[@MurrayPonics]

If in Australia www.aquaponics.net.au/shop/aquaponic-systems/gropockets-and-grotowers.php If in the USA www.gropockets.com/Products_c_12.html

[@blee0518]

Also, could use string instead of zip tie. Wrap string around to secure then knot and apply next cup

[@MurrayPonics]

Yes, you can do that. It is important to get a good bond in order to avoid leaks s make sure the string is tight both top and bottom of the Gro Pocket.

[@thevaultohio]

Where can I get the sprinkler parts like you show in the video? Do you have a place to buy the parts or the entire sprinkler unit?

[@florantinopapo_2]

woaw this is top your system, known as I would like to know how to get your plan to map and the drilling of the hole, cordially

[@MurrayPonics]

It is on our website here blog.aquaponics.net.au/general/gropockets-a-better-way-to-grow.htm

[@MurrayPonics]

@@highanddryful Yes, any PVC cement will be fine and once cured is safe. It only takes a few hours for all the solvent to dissipate.

[@UNWANTED457]

The system should be protected from wind in a greenhouse or some other kind of shelter. Protected cropping is the way of the future. If there is enough wind to blow the lettuce out of the tower than there is a host of problems facing the system.

[@AliBaba-mb1pu]

Uncle Murray, am I correct that for a bigger plant like strawberry 8" spacing is more appropriate?

[@MurrayPonics]

Build according to the plan. If you desire only use every second pocket. Later you may change the crop you grow so standard build is recommended.

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

When my discs get stuck in the hole saw i just push em from behind with a screwdriver through the holes in the side of the hole saw, not all hole saws have the holes though!

[@MurrayPonics]

Good tip Gary. Thanks.

[@AJacksonCT]

How does this figure into the square footage calculations and ratios for grow beds versus fish tank?

[@MurrayPonics]

Square area of plants, the same if vertical or horizontal

[@nitrousman8882]

just a quick question. Do you recycle to liquid and is it a complete nutrient system? Thanks for sharing this product with us!

[@MurrayPonics]

The fish waste provides the nutrient. It works very well indeed.

[@deanoverton2074]

Aussie legends

[@edplow5917]

if you want to use you tube USA lets talk english what did he say????

[@VikRam-ev3il]

Can you tell me how much space does one of the tower system takes? Would like to get an idea of the number of plants per square foot that one can grow.

[@MurrayPonics]

We usually place the towers 9" (225 mm) apart so in a 1.8m (6') high tower you will get 12 plants or more if you are close to the equator.

[@millieschattime9924]

I love this method the best where can those pockets be purchased??? You are the only one I hv seen with these! Lol never mind I found it 😍😍😍

[@MurrayPonics]

In Australia here www.aquaponics.net.au/shop/aquaponic-systems/gropockets-and-grotowers.php In the USA here www.greenlifeaquaponics.com/

[@UNWANTED457]

The pattern is available from our on-line store aquaponics.ashop.me/c/4554974/1/gropockets---gro-pockets.html

[@tuteng1207]

Murray Aquaponic

[@jillianwright2191]

Hi Murray where abouts can I purchase the gropockets for making a tower garden system

[@maximamahnic9594]

hello my angel ... I need your help, what is the name of the piece you put the glue on and put on the pvc, ... thank you very much for helping me

[@MurrayPonics]

It is called a "Grow Pocket"

[@jonathandaudin]

Where you buy that? The pocket?

[@dennisbuckleyable]

Where does a fellow buy the plant holders you glue on in the video ??

[@MurrayPonics]

In Australia here www.aquaponics.net.au/shop/aquaponic-systems/gropockets-and-grotowers.php" In the USA here www.gropockets.com/Products_c_12.html

[@kennyburch1968]

What size is the pipe?

[@wanputra8666]

nice idea on how to save some money by growing own crop,but why don't use a rubber band or tire inner tube rather than waste few dollars on the zip tie which deliver same result.

[@MurrayPonics]

Yes, you can do that, no worries. Use whatever is best for you.

[@lingroup1]

Been looking for something like this, I just don't like the idea of using glues around potential food.

[@MurrayPonics]

That is entirely up to you but in reality, it poses no danger whatsoever.

[@OrenjiOrange]

At what angle are the Gro Pocket openings? Is it 45 degrees?

[@MurrayPonics]

Sorry, do not know exactly but that will be close to correct.

[@jaysingsawant3723]

how could that single sprinkler waters all netpots?

[@edplow5917]

i think water falls down in USA not up. take a shower sometine and watch it work-warning NO SOAPY HANDS.

[@ron23ald]

what's the spacing distance of the towers?

[@edplow5917]

far enough for your fat ass to get past so you can pick veggies???

[@allan9584able]

when is your next stock in Murray

[@MurrayPonics]

In stock now.

[@billysanders7043]

Where did you get the spray nozzle?

[@MurrayPonics]

We have them here www.aquaponics.net.au/shop/products/50.php

[@eduardosalcedosr1727]

Can't see the video!!!!

[@ayersretings3522]

Have you ever tried the OFFERANDO AQUAPONICS ?

[@CasuallyObservant]

Ayers Retings - you (or your clone) post this same question on every hydroponic KZbin video. Clearly you are spamming for this company.

[@MurrayPonics]

Grow Pockets can be obtained here. In Australia = www.aquaponics.net.au/shop/aquaponic-systems/gropockets-and-grotowers.php USA = www.greenlifeaquaponics.com/gropockets/.

[@creedstat]

way easier and cheaper to just cut slits and melt the pipe holes out to size

[@MurrayPonics]

Nowhere near as neat or long-lasting as these beautiful GroPockets. But you do whatever you prefer and may your plants grow quickly.

[@salmanyahya9845]

Di tempat sy ngga serempong itu buatnya

[@MurrayPonics]

Sorry, I put your comment in Google translate and it does not tell me what it is you are actually asking. "At the place I'm not choking for him"

[@sandponics]

Those pre-formed pockets are pretty expensive. There are other ways of achieving the same outcome at no cost.

[@MurrayPonics]

Sorry, there is no such thing as "no cost". There are ways of doing it that are less but not as good.

[@brettmasters3626]

i just use a heat gun and mold the pipe it is easier and needs nun of the effort with all the tape and weir ties

[@MurrayPonics]

Nowhere as nice or as functional over time as Gro Pockets, but do whatever suits you.

[@brettmasters3626]

I am on a budget and so i do things as cheap as i can i have not had one fail on me yet

[@MurrayPonics]

@@brettmasters3626 Good for you. I am glad it works well for you.

[@billcoley8520]

Donkey years, lol

[@MurrayPonics]

Yes, that is a long time!

[@ROMANXY-nu9rj]

TOLLE SACHE

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

Clever girls, selling a kit so there is less time and work involved at the seller end.

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

I wonder if sales would improve were they to sell ready-built systems.

[@MurrayPonics]

@@GaryMcKinnonUFO Hi Gary, different customer base. Some really enjoy assembling the grow towers and at the same time saving some money. Shipping the components rather than a completed item saves a lot of freight cost.

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

@@MurrayPonics Good points, thanks.

[@jessewarlock4529]

GroPockets $5 dollars each. That will add up to $$$

[@MurrayPonics]

Yes, everything costs money....unfortunately.

[@tnorth7090]

why didnt you double the no. of pockets

[@MurrayPonics]

The pockets are on one side, the side facing the sun.

[@MurrayPonics]

@Nathaniel Littkemann No lack of water in this system. One side because of the sun angle in the greenhouse. If you live close to the equator you could go further around with the Grow Pockets.

[@tonyinfinity]

PVC=BAD

[@creedstat]

huge waste of time money here and you have room for 4 rows without those huge pockets

[@MurrayPonics]

Overcrowing of plants is a common mistake a beginner makes. Nowhere near as neat or long-lasting as these beautiful GroPockets. But you do whatever you prefer and may your plants grow quickly.

[@blee0518]

What a waste of money/material. Just cut, heat, and mold for cup position.

[@MurrayPonics]

Not a waste at all. Works brilliantly well and is very tidy. If it is not for you, that's fine. To each his own.

[@MurrayPonics]

Grow Pockets can be obtained here. In Australia = www.aquaponics.net.au/shop/aquaponic-systems/gropockets-and-grotowers.php USA = www.greenlifeaquaponics.com/gropockets/.