Has anyone added diluted plant food or fertilizer in the water while using these?
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Have not but am sure it would work just fine btw my wife loves these and uses a wine bottle for the water
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I have not (yet) added any plant foods to my nannies. So far I prefer to fertilize separately since it's only monthly. I use large, clear plastic bottles for my floor pots so the extra amount of water would probably prevent over fertilizing if a small amount is added. I did read on one of my fertilizer pkgs that it was not recommended it be added to an "automatic" watering system. Don't remember which one or the reason.
1293134
If you're using aqua globes that empty out within 3 days, then I suggest that you fill them once a month with liquid plant food tailored for the type of plants you have. I would not use fertilizer sticks.
459939
hi Joel; It's my first time using powder...I grow in soil. I never had any clogging problems while mixing...I feel if you mix the water well you will not have a problem. I use a paint mixer attached to a cordless drill for mixing.
1183197
I think most people mix with soil, could be used either way.It does not add nutrients, it is to loosen soil and RETAINS WATER.
519801
I just read the container and it says one tablespoon of miracle grow lawn food mixed with one gallon water. That would cover 25ft. No pre-mixing of granules with water.
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I did. However, it destroyed my humidifier. So my recommendation would be to follow the manufacturer's instructions on adding stuff to the water in your humidifier if you can at all.
2011543
This isn't really hydroton but yes you can mix it with soil to aid in aeration. I've done this before on plants of all kinds with great success. Just be sure to water slightly more often because the soil will dry out faster due to added aeration. I suggest a ratio of .25:1 to 1:1 (pellets:soil). You can also put them on top of the soil to act as a mulch (works great with tomatoes) and at the bottom of the pot for added drainage.
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No absolutely not. The instruction specifically say not to add water soluble fertilizer. The reason why is simple, if WS fertilizer is added to the water when the system is taken out of use there will be a small amount of residual water left in the tubing and in the reservoir itself. When this residual water evaporates it will leave tiny microscopic crystals of the fertilizer in both. As times goes by and this process is repeated the build up will slowly get worse eventually clogging the system. Also, any if there are any metallic part that come in contact with the WS fertilizer there is a potential for corrosion as fertilizer chemicals can be very corrosive to some metals. No absolutely not. The instruction specifically say not to add water soluble fertilizer. The reason why is simple, if WS fertilizer is added to the water when the system is taken out of use there will be a small amount of residual water left in the tubing and in the reservoir itself. When this residual water evaporates it will leave tiny microscopic crystals of the fertilizer in both. As times goes by and this process is repeated the build up will slowly get worse eventually clogging the system. Also, any if there are any metallic part that come in contact with the WS fertilizer there is a... » Read More No absolutely not. The instruction specifically say not to add water soluble fertilizer. The reason why is simple, if WS fertilizer is added to the water when the system is taken out of use there will be a small amount of residual water left in the tubing and in the reservoir itself. When this residual water evaporates it will leave tiny microscopic crystals of the fertilizer in both. As times goes by and this process is repeated the build up will slowly get worse eventually clogging the system. Also, any if there are any metallic part that come in contact with the WS fertilizer there is a potential for corrosion as fertilizer chemicals can be very corrosive to some metals. « Show Less
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They dissolve completely. I am stickler about going "Green". Clogging up water supply is the least of my concern, it's the kind of plastic microbeads out there ruins Mother Nature and kills fish in ocean that mistakes them for food. Really wish these companies stop making them. Least I can do is NOT buy them and hopefully put them out of business. �
2020744
I just mix up a gallon and substitute for a watering(whatever you normally do for each plant only it will have the kelp in it). This seems to work well,
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There is no pesticide needed, but I believe you do need to use the nutrient packs for the water, as this is pretty much a hydroponic system. The contents of the nutrient tabs is unknown, but they are not dirt, so I would have to say "no" to your question if that is what you mean by organic.
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I premixed the solution if I plant on watering my plants. Like I take my water can which is 5 gallons and add 5 oz of liquid seaweed. Don't worry if you give your plant to much liquid seaweed on accident. Didn't seem to hurt my plants or make them grow any faster.
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I have a well so I just use plain water. I had the plants outside during the summer heat to germinate, then brought them in. They almost all germinated, but I have lost a few over the winter, probably because my house is colder and dryer than they would require. I do not spray them, and I believe that this could help, but the majority of them are still thriving anyway.
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The instruction booklet says "Do not add liquid fertilizers to the water in the tank. If necessary, add liquid or granular fertilizers directly to the soil in the pots."
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Yes, I put in a spray bottle diluted with water. I also add to a mop bucket. I love it!
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You dont. The water/nutrient solution is used up in plant growth. The bubbler prevents stagnation and ads oxygenation to the nutrient solution. You will continue to add water/nutrient solution to the master bucket as needed, it has a level indicator tube on the outside.
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No problems have occurred with rain water since the fertilizer pad dissolves with any water used for hydration of the planter when pour on top.