Cheap & Easy DIY Hydroponics | Ditch the expensive stuff for a $1 Pool Noodle

[@frogsoda]

I got to say, I've watched a ton of aquaponics videos. In fact I'm making a playlist called Gardening. But this is the first I've seen of the pool noodles method, and it is brilliant! Thanks much.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thank you! I just purchased 2 pool noodles that were on clearance at the grocery store and the clerk kept laughing at me, lol. Nice to meet you!

[@RedfishInc]

Pool noodles turn to dust when left in the sun. Just wondering how far they break down and if the chemical constituents end up in solution. I think I'd like to see some sort of chemical analysis of the crops just to make sure that there are no nasty radicals present. Otherwise I'm excited by this technique and it's economy.

[@kenfarley957]

@@RedfishInc That is my concern also.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

As far as I know most pool noodles are made from EVA not PVC since kids will be playing with them. EVA is used in baby teething rings and medical supplies. They last pretty much an entire grow season and are cheap enough to replace often. In addition, the whole downspout is PVC and comes in direct contact with the water, probably more of a concern than the pool noodle that does not. There are always food grade NFT channels.

[@kenfarley957]

@@KeepOnGrowin Thanks and cool idea.

It's been 2 years now since I employed this technique (using pool noodles). And it works! Thank very much for the idea!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome! So glad it worked out for you! 😎🌱🌱🌱🖒

[@khaisoonchu6118]

How much it need to be submerged in water?

[@nikcjj]

@@KeepOnGrowin yes, like how many cm must the water solution be from the bottom?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

@@nikcjj Keep between half and three quarters full at all times.

[@ayen7679]

Will this work for lettuce?

[@ZeginMakesMusic]

The Bob Ross of gardening.

[@KRistyMootoo]

Epic comment

[@krutikpatel906]

Epic and absolutely correct! :)

[@Ellie-zk9yc]

This should get more views. It's so practical and frugal for people working with a small space. I actually think this may be cleaner and less costly than using soil.

[@EMERALDJAYNE]

I have watched probably 30 videos on growing hydroponics but at the end when I looked everything up on Amazon it was really expensive to start out I can totally do this!! I'm glad I found you... ❤️🤗

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome!! Let me know how it goes!😎🤘🌱

[@user-http55588]

Iv just started and yeah the food is most expensive and hard to find but once you get going you can use pretty much any tub,iv got tomatoes carrots turnips going

[@lsh3rd]

Now, *that's* using your noodle!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Lol, yessss!!!😂

[@UnitBeerMonsta]

Toy story 🤣

[@victoriajimenez1725]

Elite comment 🤣

[@dickfitzwell7333]

Jajajajaja noodle jokes

[@dannymack1196]

🤣

[@dawnang12]

Your videos are so helpful in terms of making hydroponics less intimidating for this millennial urbanite 😅 Thank you so much for these!

[@margiegarciacausby]

I HAVE WATCHED 100ths OF VIDEOS ABOUT THIS BUT IM STILL COMING BACK TO THIS NICE GUY. SORRY I HAVE TO USE CAPITAL LETTERS BUT PEOPLE NEED TO KNOW THIS IS THE BEST KZbinR IN HIS AREA OF EXPERTISE. GOD BLESS YOU WITH JOY AND MONEY TO BRING YOUR VIDEOS TO EVERY HOUSEHOLD IN THE WORLD . YOUR METHODS AND FRUGAL CREATIVITY CAN CHANGE THE WAY WE EAT ANF FIGHT HUNGER WORLDWIDE .

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thank you so much Margie! I am really just a simple guy like everyone else. Just trying to help as many people as I can and am excited that I can make some kind of impact because of the internet. My message would not spread without all of you. You rock! 😎🖒💚

[@jc7887]

Thank you Mike for showing us how to do this on a budget! Not knowing what I was doing, I almost splurged on the Aerogarden Farm XL at 600 bucks.....good to see that I can do this much cheaper.

[@philortiz7519]

Yes. Always overkill for trying. It's a simple task if we don't overthink it. And this just made it even simpler.

[@gedeuchnixan3830]

This is by far the easiest hydroponics setup I´ve ever seen, pool noodles making so much sense now.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

It has served me well for many years. I love it!

[@GoGreenYes]

Simple and easy hydroponic system

[@michaelnichols9916]

love the gutters ive used commercial gutters myself for years people look at me like im nuts when i tell them i use gutters

[@KeepOnGrowin]

I know, the cashiers at Lowes always give me funny looks, lol

[@Ahoweth]

How has this video never hit my algorithm until now?!?

[@Eternal_11_Sasha]

He discusses gardening AND has an asmr voice? I'm subbing!

[@enriching-hobbies]

We're just getting started in hydroponics using an AeroGarden, but already have started making our own setups. This setup is great! Thanks for sharing.

[@deborahlucas1968]

This looks amazing! I cannot afford a whole lot of expense, but want to have a garden I can move when I need to. This would totally work! Truly brilliant!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome! I hope it helps. Let me know how it goes! Have an awesome day!

[@sortofarbitrary6688]

A pool noodle? That's awesome! I like that it's reusable. I'll probably switch to using one of those once I go through my jiffy pots starters. I'm using a soldering iron to recycle used keurig cups that I take home from work into baskets. Just a few holes in the bottom and side and it makes a small basket just a little bigger than the ones used in an aerogarden.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome, I love the idea of reusing the K cups, you rock!

[@ashwynn4177]

What are KEURIGS!!??

[@GustavoBadilla]

I really want to thank you for your videos , I almost buy a lot of stuffs from Ebay like the peeps and buckets and then I found you .... THANK YOU ..... Greetings from Costa Rica.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome, glad I could help. Happy gardening!

[@randykorynoski8932]

Wow thanks you saved me 50-60$ in supplies I don’t need now huge thanks pool noodles are awesome that’s just one of many uses for them.

[@philortiz7519]

Definite winning concept.

[@jeremyballance2641]

You have truly inspired me. We now have 15 plants growing for a start. I can't wait to get the micro greens growing. Thank you!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome, happy growing!

[@911SuzieQ]

wanted to come on here to say : RHANK YOU i got my containers yesterday, i ordered from you and im just now about to put everything together. ( i was waiting for my seeds to get " legs" lmao.. thank so much and you even added pool noodle in for me :)

[@KeepOnGrowin]

You're welcome and thank you too. I love my community! Have fun, keep me posted!😎🖒🌱🌱

[@stoned__duck__3581]

I like how you go in the comments and interact with your audience. Good video man

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thanks, they are some great people, love em!

[@gin6601]

Thank you! You just saved an old lady years of work!

[@mustang9551]

Was just recommended idk why in all my search never came by this but i started in cups but now 6 month in i myself found this and it works really well

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome! Glad you found it helpful😎🤘🌱

[@rosewood513]

I just love to watch your videos. Practically everything you use I have in my home even the noodles. Who would have thought... My house is filling up with plants in all kinds of containers. I am going to buy a downspout to try. I will be filling up my small greenhouse. This is so easy it is amazing. Thanks for all your videos

[@KeepOnGrowin]

You're welcome. I love hearing this. Have fun!! 😎🤘

[@GiveUsMusic]

Are those gutter lengths? Do you have information listed of nutrient and conduit material used somewhere? Fantastic idea, so simple, wonder what other greens you can grow with that system.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Downspouts. Here is the nutrient video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZKxZ3eim5ebeck Most greens do great.

[@jeremytarr6602]

The pool noodle is really cool, and much cheaper than other methods I've looked at, perfect for someone just getting started with it. The funny intro is what sold it for me haha, keep up the good work!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thanks much! Gotta have fun, right? Appreciate you watching 😎🖒🌱🌱

[@charliebaje]

This is very good for people like me who want to try hydroponics without the cost. One small improvement that I made was to use a sharp knife and a chopping board instead of a scissors to cut the noodles.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome Charles, great job!! 😎🖒🌱

[@design2train8]

Well i started some seedlings and transplanted them into noodles too early. Decided to buy some bigger plants at the store and cleaned off the dirt on their roots, they are doing well. Dealt with algae this week, now to make containers less see through, btw... Artist Latex paint is not opaque enough! Yes, i am havi g fun! Thanks for your YT channel.

[@nicholecrouch311]

Dude! You've just saved me a shit load of money! Thank you so much I wanted to figure out how to fix up some seedlings in youre a genius I am going to totally do this again thanks man!

[@MareSimone1]

Great job! Three questions: What's the container that you're using to hold the water? Is there a video on how you made that? And how often do you have to change the water?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Yes, there is a playlist on my channel. Rarely change, just refill.

[@diannamarie464]

I was wondering what the container was that he was putting the pool noodle pieces in as well. Scrolling through the comments trying to find the answer lol.

[@diannamarie464]

OK I scrolled and found out it looks like he made those containers out of downspouts but not sure how

[@sherrimiller5258]

@@diannamarie464 I thought that’s what they were. It looks like he just bent them into that position and cut holes.

[@sherrimiller5258]

@@diannamarie464 If you go to his channel and click on playlists there’s a video that says how to make downspout containers.

[@dicres1516]

Searching everywhere to find easy inexpensive way.. THANK YOU SO MUCH! Absolutely brilliant...have old pool noodles in the shed I’m going to start cutting up.. cheaper still! 😂

[@KeepOnGrowin]

FREE!! Love it! Good luck, let me know if you have any questions.

[@dicres1516]

Mike, thank you. I wish I could show you the photos of the work I did today. I have the same colour noodle.. looks great with the plants. I transplanted sunflowers that I left too long sprouting the seeds (from last Sunday) some of them were about 10cm tall. I used the noodle and cut the top part of soft drink bottles and inverted them to hold the noodle bit. Let the roots dangle in the nutrient water mix. Left about 2 cms between water and base if stems. I’m in Cairns, far North Queensland living in a unit. My balcony faces north east so I get morning sun until about 11am. Being in the tropics, the sun is quite hot. I’ve successfully been gowing a herb garden since December .. parsley, basil, mint, shallots, spinach vine. Moving into hydroponics, kratky method.. would like to grow cucumbers, lettuce, capsicum, tomatoes. Can carrots grow hydroponically? Watching all your videos trying to learn, love your humor and style, great to watch. Thank you!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

So good to hear all that, glad it is working out for your. As for the carrots, have a good laugh this afternoon and check out Jeb kzbin.info/www/bejne/an7UmGt3m5qIbqM Thank you so much for watching, keep me updated!

[@dicres1516]

Mike, Hilarious 😂 ...I’m going to grow a salad now! Just not in the same bucket! 👌 It’s 5am, my Kratky system is looking ok. Some have made it through the night others are looking wintered. I think they were too advanced to go from dirt too water and I fiddled with they a bit .. maybe too many in the one bottle too..?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Yeah, some do need time to adjust going from one medium to the next. It may take a little experimenting with your climate.

[@shibibi1]

Answered every question I had. I'm going to be using fish and shrimp in my growing setups 😊

[@mspat8195]

Genius! Beautifully filmed with no time wasting, repetitive commentary . . . . . You have a new subscriber. Sharing on all platform pages & my group page. I will also go watch & add your video with your recipe for nutrients 😘 & how to make the downspout containers (I found the videos on your site). 💞~👵

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome! Thank you and welcome. Always nice to meet new people. 😎🌱🌱🌱🌱

[@jocelynvallee3722]

After only 30 sec. of this video, I subscribed to your channel. Really love your ideas and since I'm on a budget your channel is now my gardening reference. Thank You So Much!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

That means so much to me, makes me want to keep on creating. Thank you. Happy gardening!

[@emmabobema69]

How are you doing this without pumping the water through

[@crich4503]

Had me at, "it's going to get expensive"...LOL. Then you moved on the the pool noodle, my price range.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Saved me a lot ovet the years.

[@CricketsBay]

Thank you, Mike. I have been trying to find a system which will actually work to grow greens hydroponically on my windowsills. This looks perfect, but I am going to use vinyl containers painted black from the hardware store. I will let you know how it goes.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome, yes, keep me posted 😎🖒🌱🌱🌱

[@ywLDSforever]

How did it go??

[@THEGLASSMANSWORLD]

Painted black may heat up from sunlight while in windowsill. Did it work?

[@ln3527]

Brilliant! I was thinking about pool noodles as I was soaking my rockwool last night, after I had adjusted the Ph level with lemon juice! This is a whole level of non-fuss that is perfect. Thank you for sharing. New subscriber! I'm going to see if I can hunt down how you did the rain gutters.

[@fieroboom]

That's what I'm talking about, this is my kinda video. Cheap, innovative, and effective. Awesome video!! 😁👍👍

[@taunyaharmony2938]

Wish I had seen this before making a bunch of net pots!

[@Amy-pk1zg]

Editor looks like she hates her job, but she’s damn good at it 😂

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Lol, she wants more treats.

[@SpiritusBythos]

Thank you! Great idea. Have you considered testing the water to see if any materials are leaking into your foods? Peace

[@Relaxing137]

Theres plastic for sure like everywhere or everytime it is used

[@leannekenyoung]

Hey Mike can you show a video on step by step harvesting the seeds from say a bolted lettuce plant? I know in this video you showed pakchoi that has bolted and flowered but I’m still am not clear on how exactly how to get the seeds or where they are? If I could harvest my own seeds like this I would have a totally self sustaining lettuce grow op! Which would be amazing !! Thanks for your help! Love all your updated videos! I continue to refer people to your channel every day it seems. I’ll post my produce that I’m successfully growing and then everyone wants to know how and how to do it. Your videos answer all the questions I’ve had with hydroponics, Thank you 🥰🙏🏻🇨🇦 Happy Growing!!🐝

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome Leanne! Thank you. I actually have some pak choi seeds dried out that I had harvested and the seeds need to be collected. I will make a video on it. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@victoriaelizabeth4865]

This is easy to understand not overly wordy. Thank you.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thank you too.😎🖒🌱

[@JeonGregory]

I Am Happy to See you in The same community as me and Encourage your Interrest in KZbin Creator .I Like your Channel Garden I wanna try you Hydroponics methods and Gonna Stay Around it and help each other. Thank for your Creativity and Let’s GROW UP

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Cool, nice to meet you.

[@VapeTrainGaming]

definitely a great version of the Kratky method I love the easy set up keep up the great work man

[@jhavardjonas2166]

Hi, What's your down spout hole diameter (1 - 7/8"?) vs the noodle diameter (usually 2 - 3/8"?). Additionally, would the same technique of using 2-3 seedling per hole work, until sufficiently big enough (root size) to be transplanted into their individual holes? Appreciate the feedback if you can, as I am setting up my own system in the Caribbean where I live. Regards. :)

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Yes on the size hole (1 7/8"). Yes, I sometimes put 4 to 5 seedlings in each and thin them out when they are a week or two old, I eat the ones that I thin out. With pak choy, I leave two in each hole, but you can experiment.

[@aregst]

You are a human close to perfection. I believe I feel you

[@allloveforpaws718]

Love the inclusion of animals, both your editor/canine family member and others. Thank you very much for the introduction and references to Dr. Kratky dakineapproaches hydroponic method. My space to grow is very limited and I want to make this work without buying saws & drills. Rather than getting seeds, I plan to start this using live herb plants such as mint, thyme, oregano, basil. Do you suggest washing roots when removed from soil? To grow each patch of herbs (not aiming to maintain them as individual plants), could planter pots with drainage grids and saucers be used? Could black shelf liner be used to support root growth? Could Keurig "K" plastic coffee brewing cups, each which have a paper filter inside if really careful removing used grounds, with bottoms somehow cut be up-cycled&used instead of net pots? If I can't find pool noodles, other alternative suggestions?

[@NinjaNuggets21]

Are the materials in the pool noodles clean safe for growing food? I love this idea btw.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thank you. The pool noodle just holds the plant in place. The downspout is vinyl and there are many food grade options if you prefer. 😎🖒🌱

[@martyor]

Curious if the pool noodles leech anything into the plants, if they are toxic, does the fertilizer interact with or break down the noodle?

[@NatureHeadSupreme]

Same

[@robl5027]

+1 genuinely good question. It's my only question really, this technique is exceptional if it definitely is safe.

[@evanlove3015]

It’s plastic or more specifically a polyethylene foam but has with all plastic most know are not biodegradable literally because of there amazing chemical resistance it’s like literally anything else that you would use in a grow that’s plastic, net pots or buckets Im genuinely confused that people don’t know that plastic is NOT biodegradable

[@fatrobdouble]

@@evanlove3015 biodegradable isn't the same thing as potentially having a chemical interaction with fertilizers. I agree that most hydro nutes are unlikely to affect the pool noodles, but it is a valid question. Believe me, there are chemicals capable of degrading most grades of plastic. (But they won't be found in hydro nutes, and if they were, your buckets and other various equipment would be at risk, as well) The colorants used on these pool noodles could be a problem, but if you've ever eaten a potato grown in a conventional farm in the last half century, you've done a lot worse for yourself, in terms of chemical exposure, than you might by growing hydro with pool noodles. 😀

[@evanlove3015]

@@fatrobdouble ur right but unless your putting pure acetone or any superacids nothing negative is possible, same with the dye which is usually also a polymer and things that use it that aren’t polymers are probably at least in your grow plastic is everywhere

[@elektrofry]

I could see this method working really well cut at the correct length for the top of an aquarium. I would modify it a little bit. Cut small holes in the bottom of the gutter for small neocardina shrimp and small fish fry to get in (so they can be protected from the adult fish which would normally eat alot of the fry. This keeps any damage to roots at a minimum. Also it allows for the circulation of the nitrate rich water below. I would use a sponge filter in the aquarium and either those silver metal racks for the tanks that allow for adjustments of the height above the tank and that way lights can be lowered or raised between the shelves. I haven't figured out what to use to adjust height of the light but it shouldn't be too hard using small chain or those nite ize gear ties maybe. If it was a free standing light holder with no rack, pvc cut as a stand would probably be my first attempt. Great content.

[@chev6901]

Hi folks! This is a great idea, saves money and lots of hassle. But I'm a lil concerned about the pool noodle, which is plastics, and if there can be any health risks, especially used long term and under extended high heat, such as mid-summer sunlight? I remember an article I read some time ago on safety of growing food in plastic container using hydroponics, the author said something like "how much of an effect does heat and light have on plastics in the garden?" is not clear. I'm no expert by any means, but more of a consumer hoping those who are knowledgeable on this shed some light on this for us. Much appreciated.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Should not be high heat. If your nutrients heat up your plant will die.

[@wilderjameson]

Hi Mike, im curious as to how "organic" the plants grow to be. Obviously the pool noodles are not reactive but they are made of inorganic materials. Is there any risk to plants with longer term exposure to pool noodle material??

[@KeepOnGrowin]

I could not tell you, I am not a scientist and have not seen any studies. EVA is usually made without plastisizers which is the component in PVC that causes the leaching of toxins. Most hydroponic lettuce is grown on a Styrofoam raft which is in constant contact with the water.

[@bryanronneym8091]

The whole system is plastic why is everyone worried about the poll noodle being plastic?

[@David-mv3zl]

Probably far less toxic than the ecoli laden chmi-veggies from xxxx-mart

[@MRozzaqYusaliano]

Hey, i have a question for you. I like that this method practically cost nothing, I mean even the noodles are reusable. But does that mean I still need soil to turn my seeds into a seedling? Is there a way to make a seedling without soil so as to keep it 100% hydro? (without the rockwool too of course) Thanks

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Yes. There are grow mats and I also set up a grow bed with hydroton. There is a video with the grow bed. Let me know if you can't find it.

[@kennththompson4209]

Mike what video showes you forming the down spout? Did i miss seeing you put nutrents in the water? Kenny t

[@MrKinser01]

same question

[@StevenDragoo]

The best I've seen for lettuce - so simple and fast...

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thanks. We got some buttercrunch going right now, love it.😎🌱🌱🌱

[@sedricj5345]

Your videos give me hope because I’m brand new, but motivated to learn. Thanks!

[@pacedelacruz4913]

How do you grow from seed, though? In hydroponic version? Thank you.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Look at my videos on microgreens, that what I use. 🌱🌱🌱

[@Brandon-bl7my]

throw em in dirt then transplant seedlings

[@valeriesanchez3074]

I soak seeds in water 24 hrs and seal them inside a medicine bottle and wait for them to germinate

[@swayback7375]

I always wonder what all our plants absorb that we end up eating, things like micro plastic or whatever leeches out. Not that hydro is worse, we use so many things on or for our plants no matter how it’s grown it’s exposed to something “unnatural” Cool idea tho, I’ll definitely be trying it out… and I’ll consume it too, I just wonder…

[@tll5293]

Totally agree with you! The best ist to keep our plants (especially those we eat) as natural as possible.

[@rmbrugge]

I also wondered the health safety of the plastic from the noodles 🤔

[@luvlychibi]

This was so interesting to watch! I live in an apartment and wanted to try growing basil hydroponically with a mason jar. Is there any chance this pool noodle method could work with a mason jar? If it did, could you post a vid about it? I would be so grateful

[@KeepOnGrowin]

It will. The only problem with the mason jars is you have to refill more often. Basil and mint are super easy to grow this way.

[@shawnncheriyoung3597]

About 5 years ago I started using pipe insulation...I was going to use pool noodles but they were more expensive than the pipe insulation...and to take up the space in the hole, I use backer-rod cut at an angle so it is adjustable...

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Good job!!

[@easemailboxes]

That's awesome. Sometimes the best things are the simplest. Thanks a lot!

[@-Rickster-]

Hi Mike, I've been watching your vids (newcomer) really enjoying the content, thank you. With the downpipe hydroponics and the pool noodle; have you thought of keeping the cut outs from the down pipe holes and using then on top of the pool noodles to shelter them a little from the sun. Might make them last longer as less sun with get on them to degrade them.Occurred to me in my sleep at 3 this morning lolThanks again

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Lol, 3am is when I get my best ideas. No, I have not thought of that, these downspouts are a few years old and those are long gone. I will give it some thought when I make some more. At only 2 cents per insert, I can have 200 spots going for only $2, gotta figure if it is worth my time to keep track of them. Thanks for the input, this is how we figure out new ways to create and grow, love it!

[@ewithlove5263]

❤️Wow I love you and this comment Trickster 6❤️.❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@alexissabbagh5974]

I don’t know if this has been asked. How healthy is the food if it has been grown in a metal gutter and chemical plastic or foam noodle? Honest question. Do you know of any safer options?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Yes, my channel has food grade materials if that concerns you. Look at my playlist where I used milk cartons. I made a grow box out of marble too, still have it. Lots of options.

[@alexissabbagh5974]

Thank you I will keep watching I subbed

[@celticwinter]

@Jake Sangria Afaik uptake of "bad stuff" is a much more pronounced problem in hydro/aquaponics than it is in soil. There's also the difference in taste, due to the plants developing very differently in comparison. I don't see much reason to do vegetable hydroponics if you're not doing it out of curiosity, novelty or survival reasons. If you just want tasty vegetables, grow in soil.

[@celticwinter]

@Jake Sangria I'd guess pool noodles are foamed polystyrol. There's probably no need for plasticizers, but I couldn't say for sure. I wouldn't be too concerned about it, as you are unlikely to eat a full plate of your vegetables every day. Also the styrofoam isn't in constant contact with the nutrient solution, I think. Be concerned about what the roots are in contact with. Thorough washing is something you do with all polymers in contact with your food (e.g. polymer water tank of a new coffee machine). Climate conditions are a great reason to look into hydroponics, I think.

[@celticwinter]

@Jake Sangria If you don't eat the vegetables every day I generally wouldn't worry more than necessary. Polymerized styrol should be far too big of a molecule to be just sucked up by roots, I'm guessing. I'd think more about the plasticizers and the like, which is a possibility. What exactly do you think will accumulate in those plants? You could compare COD values of your hydroponic and soil grown tomatoes maybe? A uni lab near you will probably be willing to do it. It's a pretty quick test. GC is a lot more involved and expensive. But it's about oxidizing, maybe there's better tests for what you want to know. The only way to know for sure is testing.

[@shameedify]

Hi Mike, Great videos. I am just starting with hydroponics. Quick question for you. When you take a new seedling and surround it with the pool noodle, you use the cut out piece to hold it in the middle, does it not suffocate and restrict the growth of the seedling as it grows into the plant. Or it is strong enough to push itself through the surrounding pool noodle?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

I usually grow leafy greens such as chards, kale, pak choy, lettuce, etc. they all seem to do fine. If you look back a few videos, I transplanted some lettuce from a nursery, did not even need the small piece to hold them in place. If you do not leave a small space for a microgreen, yes you can squash it. The leaves can keep it from slipping thru the hole while the roots dangle in the nutrient solution.

[@brandonlasvegas]

One of the best aquaponics videos I ever saw 😎🙏

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thanks 😎🖒🌱

[@nixonsmateruby1]

Pak choi and noodles? All I need is some shrimp. Yum. I've just planted some dandelion seeds that I've been harvesting because they are one of the most healthy plants to eat, and grow really quick, even here in England. Also nasturtiums. Leaves are nice but the flowers are better cause they have a tube full of nectar.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

I love nasturtiums! I will have to try dandelion this year.

[@daniellejackson2369]

I’m so confused ... what is the white thing you put the plants in? How do I start from seed? You used pieces of a plant. Why didn’t you start from start to finish and listed each thing you used to put the plant in?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Because, silly, I was not trying to cram everything I have learned into one video. There are several other videos on my channel. There are plenty of long form boring videos out there if that is what you prefer, I respect that. You won't find that here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIrLqH1_ltedh5I

[@customchoppers8824]

@@daniellejackson2369 gutter drain.. you have to go back and watch one of his older videos and he will teach you how to make them

[@ChartingCharlie]

I don't know why you stopped it. That was intense! Nerd rage!!

[@PepeFassos]

Killing it man !! Awesome production- awesome method. Just the vid i needed as im building this tomorrow (finished my markets for the week) Im going to link this vid in my next upload . You rock Mike . Thank you 😊🌱

[@KeepOnGrowin]

All of you guys rock! It is so cool that we can all share what we are doing and learn from each other. Hope it works out for you Pepe, I don't think I have had anyone in the land of Oz give it a go yet. Don't forget to check out Dr Kratky for the basics, I am a twisted version, lol. Have fun, I appreciate the love!

[@hollypaige2995]

Thank you I'm starting one with my gold fish (lucky fish has a job now) and I'm gonna do the pool noodle thank you again

[@jackiesterios1859]

How do you make the bases and waterproof. Also why the shape. Thanks great teaching gift. Keep going. Peace and joy at stay in gardening “

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Ok, i see you found step one. There's a whole playlist. Rhe shape was so it fit on my handrail!! Thank you for watching 😎🖒🌱

[@milesandcoffee]

Love the gutter rails as planters using the pool noodles! Genius!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thanks much! My wife actually thought of the pool noodle, lol. Thanks for watching so many videos. Happy gardening 😃🌱🌱🌱💚

[@christineh9134]

Very interesting idea but are pool noodles and gutters food safe?

[@deborahlucas1968]

what is the base of it with the holes? where do you get those? can you plant tomatoes and bell peppers together?

[@samanthauy518]

I want to know too. This is the 3rd video Ive seen from this channel and this is the burning question everytime.

[@jasonsilva6965]

They are PVC downspouts!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

@@samanthauy518 Here you go. It is a vinyl downspot. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoumY6hrqZx5mLs

[@taufiqnaufal2238]

Hi mike Stupid question im gonna ask you What nutrient solution you'd use and please tell me how much the ratio of nutrient that u used Im new here and my english is very bad, sorry. Amazing video btw

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Hey no problem. I love getting questions. Here is a video where I show how I mix it. I use Masterblend tomato fertilizer, calcium nitrate and Epsom salt. Thanks for watching. happy gardening. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYLKZoiwhLZ4gcU

[@KODArunner]

Taufig Naufal, Experience has taught me one thing, "There is no DUMB QUESTION when you are trying to learn"! Keep asking questions and learning!

[@taufiqnaufal2238]

@@KeepOnGrowin thank you for advice man.. i've started my hidroponic 2 month ago and things going well.. and in my country here its easy to grow crops

[@taufiqnaufal2238]

@@KODArunner thank you for sharing you experience.. one lesson added ;) i will keep trying and learning

[@KeepOnGrowin]

@@taufiqnaufal2238 awesome, that is so good to hear! Keep it up!

[@ericjudd9088]

Just investigating getting into Hydroponics Mike. Loved the pool noodle idea. I'm a cheap sob!!! LOL! Newly subscribed. Thanks for sharing sir! I look forward to learning more from you. I'll be checking out your other releases as time permits.🛶😃

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Right on brother! Have fun!

[@retreat2bulgaria]

Super, i am trying tnis as a little Hydrophonics project in my little conservatory. Thanks great video. 😍

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

[@willdwyer6782]

Back in my day we didn't call them microgreens. We called them sprouts.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Actually, we still use the term sprouts. According to most Health Depts, a sprout is germinated with just water, usually in a jar. A mi rogreens is grown on or in some type of medium such as soil, coir, grow pad etc. Microgreens have less regulations than sprouts which are more prone to pathogens be ausr of the high humidity environment. Microgreens are trimmed above the grow medium thus less chance. 😎🖒

[@everythingthatrhymeswithsa3116]

Same man and I'm 18 so I even grew up watching Sprouts the kids channel as well

[@C3Voyage]

I do like your process. So much, I'm trying to figure out how to fit it into my system somehow. Thanks for sharing. :O)

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Hydroponic Gardening & More with Brent Have a great weekend, Brent! When I am not on the road so much, I am going to try to scale up, probably never to your level. You rock!

[@C3Voyage]

I didn't start out that way. Lol. Be careful, this shhhtuff is addictive! I enjoy how you think outside the box.

[@DeeFromBrooklyn]

I've been looking for something else to do with those pool floaties.. Great idea. .

[@BdeJJG]

why didnt you make a vid of it before finding this? just wondering

[@natureboy6410]

OH MAN, MIKE!!! I just had a massive brain fart that works with your system, making it almost cost free to start/grow seeds and microgreens. So I had to try it out!!! And holy freaken cow!!! It works!!! I don't have a channel of my own, but you do, so you can spread the word out to a hole lot more folks then I can. It's very easy and it fits perfectly with what your doing for other folks. In fact, I'd say it's almost stupid simple!!! Is there any way that I can touch base with ya Mike???

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Join my Facebook group (Keep on Growin) You can share with everyone! Let me know if you can find it.😎🤘🌱

[@Amipotsophspond]

I like the use of rain gutter down spouts!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thank you!!!!

[@DW-gf7nd]

Lol. I like your accent. You sound like Kevin Costner.

[@tnijoo5109]

Me too. You sound better than Costner.

[@riverman4798]

@@tnijoo5109 MR. ROGERS

[@thebeachfishing]

Great video and clear explanation. Thank you, I'm going to do this! 🤠

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Cool! Let me know how it turns out! Thanks much 😎🖒

[@sasharose2963]

Are you using grow lights for this method? I live in sweden and it’s a must most of the year around... trying to find a nice way to keep the greens going.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

I am so sorry I missed this comment! I only use a few led grow lights inside during the winter, which in Florida is only a month or so. Then it is outdoors the rest of the year with just natural light. I follow a few people that live farther north and grow indoors a lot with lights.

[@michaelripperger5674]

There is no reason why you couldn’t use grow lights. Do it and tell us how it works!

[@npcwill283]

I have another hack for very cheap fabric pots ! Two dollar tree laundry baskets with a single layer of commercial weed blocker fabric between the two ! Ive grown tomatoe plants 8 feet tall out of these small containers !

[@KeepOnGrowin]

That's an awesome tip!! Great job!

[@peterteoh6401]

I just found your video. This is amazing! I'll be trying this out in Sydney, Australia. Will keep on watching your channel and learn. Hope to set up my first small hydrponic next week.

[@Conquistador1519]

Love the video but the commentary needs to be a bit louder, had a hard time hearing at first. Otherwise thanks for the content!

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. I was still getting used to editing, hopefully a little better now, lol.

[@everythingthatrhymeswithsa3116]

@@KeepOnGrowin it's calming but everyone has their own opinions

[@cephazea]

nice hidropnic techinque

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Thank you Kisah!!

[@bigshrimp6458]

thanks for the low price dank hydro my guy xdXD 420s THe WeeD nuMber

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Anytime 😎✌🌱

[@BdeJJG]

hahaha

[@BdeJJG]

leaving clues like Tupac career 😅🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@alexzhang4098]

Such a brilliant idea! Pool noodle to replace clay balls. Thanks for sharing !

[@justfantastic444]

Yup ! I love the simplicity

[@cathyking5592]

what is the white container that holds the water? a gutter?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

It is actually the downspout that runs down the wall.

[@7spiritualcompass706]

Mike VanDuzee. Is the downspout made of stainless steel, or aluminum? Thx.

[@jamielingenfelter5206]

How did you see both end of the downspout to keep the water in? And what are they made out of mine are made out of aluminum

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Hey, it is a vinyl downspout.

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Here is how I bend the ends of the downspouts. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIrLqH1_ltedh5I

[@arachnid83]

Will it grow the weed though?

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Don't know, never tried. Sorry.

[@chrismousley1889]

Yes but not gonna be fire but it does work if ya add a air stone and hook up to a sump in a 5 or 10 gallon container and let it run constantly chang water every week then it will work way better for weed or tomatoes

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Cucumbers, peppers and other veggies too.

[@David-mv3zl]

The root structure on cannabis is much to large. Maybe a 5 gallon bucket?

[@Claudia-nu7dc]

Your voice is a bit too soft and gravelly. It made it difficult to understand for people who have trouble hearing sounds of a lower register. Please consider putting subtitles. Thank you!

[@CaptainPupu]

I hear perfectly fine but have trouble understanding him anyways.

[@philspencer3365]

I’m not having any problems understanding this gentleman.

[@musicman64forever]

You had me sold at the pool noodle. I have a fish pond that I want to utilize for the water flow. Still figuring out what setup is good.

[@nicoleh6771]

My heroooooo!!!! Omg this is INCREDIBLE! THANK YOU FOR SHARING

[@KeepOnGrowin]

Glad you enjoyed it! This was years ago, many more money saving ideas on my channel. I hope you ding it useful. Happy gardening Nicole!

[@northeastoperations]

Your yard is infested with cats 🐈