SUPER EASY! - Hydroponics Nutrient Solution Preparation & Adjusting EC and pH

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  • @korimako
    @korimako 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hello from New Zealand. Your videos are some of the best explanations of hydroponics on TH-cam. Thank you very much for putting them up for us.

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are very welcome. Thanks for the sub! :-)

  • @SirLaurenceII
    @SirLaurenceII 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, the best explanation I have ever come across with. Most people will just focus on TDS/PPM but since EC is like universal, it make sense to use it instead. pH adjustment is also great. Kudos sir.

  • @juanmotime8972
    @juanmotime8972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally!!! Someone that explains it so U can understand it! Subscribed. Thanks

  • @jkumarooty
    @jkumarooty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am new to hydroponics, very well explained, thank you for a wonderful video. Looking forward to learn more then get it farming. Thank you.

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome to the world of Hydroponics. Glad to hear you liked the video. Stay tuned we have more them coming.

  • @vincentbado1313
    @vincentbado1313 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent vidéo, well explained with excellent pedagogy. Many thanks

  • @simplejoy3772
    @simplejoy3772 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always thankful for all your factual and scientific approach. Much love

  • @paulamm7077
    @paulamm7077 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you add nutrients during the growth stages to adjust ppm??

  • @rogerbiddy1
    @rogerbiddy1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you are unable to get the nutrient mixture what are the measurements for using other NPK fertilizer

  • @TuncayAtak-gs9zn
    @TuncayAtak-gs9zn หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, can this formula be used to grow lettuce? Greetings from Türkiye

  • @ahappycoupleblog
    @ahappycoupleblog 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautifully explained!

  • @SH-bw5fx
    @SH-bw5fx ปีที่แล้ว

    Question : do we need to check ec and ph of plein water before adding the concentrated solutions ,???

  • @mikec3820
    @mikec3820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i just started to use the general hydroponics maxi grow maxi bloom and koolbloom powdered. changed from bontainicare pure pro. loving the dry mix nutrients so far

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dry nutrients are anyday better and economical as well. Happy Gardening!

  • @Rurunong
    @Rurunong 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My new teacher ❤️

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Happy to help. In agriculture, every one is a student.

  • @sandeepagrawal8364
    @sandeepagrawal8364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Sir! I’m new to Hydroponic Farming and after going through your videos it’s been very helpful. Please also explain how long can the stock nutrients can be stored and how.

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Sandeep. I will post these in the upcoming videos.
      Alternatively you can also sign up for my upcoming course this weekend.
      bit.ly/GGHYDRO

  • @My_Journey_to_Innerpeace
    @My_Journey_to_Innerpeace ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice explanation, just a small query so prepared Nutrients solutions (200ltrs) can be given directly to the plants through NFT tanks or again will take some of that portion and mix in NFT channels tanks with RO Water again request you to please confirm

  • @bikramsaini6546
    @bikramsaini6546 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Next level explain 🔥

  • @skoka123
    @skoka123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good and detailed as always.

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Srikanth. I will call you sometime.

  • @mazheruddinmohammed1251
    @mazheruddinmohammed1251 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice informative video thank u

  • @brubexcastelino7002
    @brubexcastelino7002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks so much for your amazing video
    Do you have an online class for Absolute Beginners in Hydroponics.... who don’t know anything about EC etc....

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your feedback. I am working on an online course. Till then, please have a look at th-cam.com/video/XO7Q1LWF9E8/w-d-xo.html
      This video has some introduction about EC. Hope this helps

    • @brubexcastelino7002
      @brubexcastelino7002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheGeekgardener Amazing👍 Video.....
      Will wait for your online courses for hydroponics...Still confused over the various nutrients used during different growth stages
      Like earlier stage use high Nitrogen and phosphorus like 12-61-0 the fruiting stage 0-52-34 etc do you use same principle of EC per Liter...How to determine at an EC level for these different nutrients and growing stages....
      Plz don’t block me for asking so many questions....😱😱😱

  • @johnmcginnis5201
    @johnmcginnis5201 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent presentation!

  • @AdityaSingh-in9lr
    @AdityaSingh-in9lr 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey what's the optimum TDS value for Coriander? I have bought garden guru's general grow

  • @ramabhishek6526
    @ramabhishek6526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank u for explaining so indetail sir...do we need balance the pH and ec this way only after few days when it changes( specially leafy vegetables.)

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your comment.
      Yes, This is the way we need to manage a running hydroponics system as well. There is one change though.
      Initially I will measure the pH and EC and then go on to adjust. If the reservoir volume is small, it is also a good practice to completely change the solution every 15 days. Hope this helps

  • @charlesotieno6635
    @charlesotieno6635 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My water source is borehole, with pH of 7.8. It already contains calcium and magnesium. Should I still add these when making nutrient solution?

  • @rajuc.v60
    @rajuc.v60 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent explanation

  • @raghavendraarchak4745
    @raghavendraarchak4745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well explained, informative.
    Please clarify what kind of crop would need 2000 EC, mainly at home hydroponics?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Raghavendra, I use this for many fruiting plants i have at home. E.g Tomato, brinjal, Gourds and fruiting trees in container such as Papaya, Lemon, Pomegranate etc. and also for the ornamental flowers

  • @sanidhyabobde5107
    @sanidhyabobde5107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello sir,
    Thanks for such a good explanation.
    I have doubt, Is it not required to adjust the tds here?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      TDS is essentially EC approximated further to represent weight. EC adjustment is same as TDS only more accurate.

    • @sanidhyabobde5107
      @sanidhyabobde5107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks sir, so we should prefer using which one sir?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sanidhyabobde5107 use EC

  • @ezfarmland_naturals
    @ezfarmland_naturals 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Which acid u used to reduce ph

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We use phosphoric acid for most cases. Sometimes nitric acid depending on the situation.

    • @ezfarmland_naturals
      @ezfarmland_naturals 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGeekgardener ok tnx

  • @sappir26
    @sappir26 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use vinegar to lower the pH?

  • @jagadeeshjawkz7496
    @jagadeeshjawkz7496 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the nutrient solution has an expiry? Or how long can we use? Pls reply

  • @bhargavp6774
    @bhargavp6774 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well explained sir as always, thank you. Request you to make more video's to enlighten us on hydroponics

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Bhargav, There are more videos coming. stay tuned! :-)

  • @elsieyu6152
    @elsieyu6152 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi sir, from philippines, what cause stunt lettuce growth

  • @kommareddy6257
    @kommareddy6257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir, thanks for explaining step by step mixing of nutrients, pls explain it how to give nutrients to plants stage wise from germination to fruiting stage. Is it same EC or differs and PH also.

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      you are most welcome. It will be covere in my upcoming video.
      if you are interested, you can also attend my online training session
      bit.ly/GGHYDRO

  • @drisscoco464
    @drisscoco464 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bonjour , MR,
    Excellent vidéo, please advice how you get number (100) ,100 time concentrated stock. And
    What is the weight of each bag. can not read there sticker
    Merci

  • @Shyamsterraceguarden
    @Shyamsterraceguarden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    if ph down solution is adding in water, is there any change in ppm/tds ?i

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      pH down in usually acid ( nitric, phosphoric or sulfuric). These acids will have ions that will contribute to the conductivity or TDS. But since the acid added is very dilute, the impact on EC is manageable.
      Always adjust EC first and then pH

    • @Shyamsterraceguarden
      @Shyamsterraceguarden 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGeekgardener thank u sir

  • @nagnathlokare7643
    @nagnathlokare7643 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    how frequently the water need to be changed

  • @jhilikbose9157
    @jhilikbose9157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir,
    What are those two buffer solution, 4 & 10, you have used for calibration ? Would you please tell me from where I can get those ?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The solutions 4 and 7 are standard pH buffer solution required to calibrate the pH instruments/sensor. These are generally available in stores that sell laboratory chemicals

  • @tyronemedina1716
    @tyronemedina1716 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I calibrate a photo solution?

  • @ajitpaul4714
    @ajitpaul4714 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you tell me from where I can source phosphoric acid and calcium hydroxide... something is reliable in your experience?

  • @arpitgupta3376
    @arpitgupta3376 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi I just wanted to ask in 10 litres of RO water how much nutrients packets do we need to mix please reply

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      With our nutrients concentrate, you will have to add probably 60-80 ml of each A and B

  • @raviteja4a8
    @raviteja4a8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Sir, I am new to Hydroponic, your explanation is super and learn lot of new stuff. I have a question here. How many days we can use this nutrition mixture for a hydroponic system ? Do we need to check the levels of EC and pH in regular intervals ?

  • @tanmayfuse1747
    @tanmayfuse1747 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am new in hydroponic, can you please give some more information about a and b solution?

  • @lezzz2503
    @lezzz2503 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Am unable to place order on your website and also unable to get through to number provided. Please advise

  • @ramoutarrsn5132
    @ramoutarrsn5132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir i have a question
    When the plant are already consuming the nutrients so what happen the EC level start to raise and the water level in the tank start to decrease.
    So my question is to avoid the high EC can we top up water back to the normal level of the tank as it was at the beginning.
    Is it appropriate to do so?
    Thanks

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      When the plants are consuming nutrients, there are 2 possibilities
      1. They consume more fertilizer

    • @ramoutarrsn5132
      @ramoutarrsn5132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheGeekgardener Hello Sir,
      Am having trouble nowadays with my NFT System.
      Sir i have just transplanted my cucumber seeding to the NFT pipe.
      Ec is 900 and ph was 6.2
      But sir in less than one hour my ph have rise to 8.4.
      I have used phosphoric acid to bring the ph down but again in less than one hour the ph is 8.2.
      What do i need to do and what can be the cause of this quick ph rising.
      Thanks in advance Sir.

  • @gauthamshankar461
    @gauthamshankar461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video.. Does the ec change after ph correction? If so how do we handle that?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks. pH correction happens by adding an Acid or a base, which essentially will dissociate into ions. If the addition of pH down /up is marginal then its usually not an issue. But if you have to add considerably large amount of it that it affects the balance of the elements in the fertilizers then lot of consideration has to be given to the water quality, type of pH down/up used, nutrient recipe used.
      We do a thorough study and remedial measure on all the farms we setup.

    • @gauthamshankar461
      @gauthamshankar461 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi..have one more query.. For preparing the nutrient solution for leafy and fruiting type vegetables.. Is the combination of NPK(19:19:19) + Calcium nitrate + Epsom salt good?. Currently we use the NPK (4:18:38) which is hard to find..so wanted to see alternatives..

  • @sandeshworim2925
    @sandeshworim2925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sir I'm your subscriber please tell me what happene if I tuch hydroponics nutrient with my fingers

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you are using a diluted nutrient solution, touching it is not harmful although i dont suggest it since it has fertilizers in it. Always wear gloves as a precaution.
      Don't touch concentrated or stock solution.

  • @unboxed9776
    @unboxed9776 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Please make a video of adjustments while running the system...or when to change the solution...

  • @adelaidamanapsal1113
    @adelaidamanapsal1113 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello sir, may i know how many grams of nutrient A crystals and nutrient B added to 2 separate containers containing a 5 liter water? Thanks you for the reply ..

  • @johnk.o41
    @johnk.o41 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good excellent job

  • @monishkumarnand6314
    @monishkumarnand6314 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir how many grams of fertiliser to add to 5 litres of nutrient solutions.. Please help.
    🙏😊

  • @hrishikeshav5260
    @hrishikeshav5260 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello sir!! What solution should we add to make the ph level high???

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hrishikeshav5260 you need to add diluted potassium hydroxide to bring the pH up

    • @hrishikeshav5260
      @hrishikeshav5260 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheGeekgardener sir! will EC level changes if the PH level gets down?? when we are making the solution?

    • @hrishikeshav5260
      @hrishikeshav5260 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Sir!?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@hrishikeshav5260 sorry about the delay .
      EC will change slightly depending on the quantity of ph up/down added.
      Especially if the hardness of the water is high, you may have to use more ph correction .

  • @arthurbalfour6895
    @arthurbalfour6895 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you have the right ph 5.5-6.5 but wrong ppm how raise the ppm and not the ph.

  • @scorpionking8353
    @scorpionking8353 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    But ec will be different at different stages of plant.. Can u plz explain what is the ec for young, growing, and fruiting plant

  • @_safdar
    @_safdar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir is this titration process?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can say its sort of like titration!

  • @AGENTBOY7
    @AGENTBOY7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where we can buy it

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its available under "Hydroponics Nutrients" section in www.gardenguru.in

  • @ghanisyed
    @ghanisyed หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello. I am Ghani from Pakistan. I am working on Betal leaves. Please give me the receipt of Betal leaves nutrients.
    How do we know when any nutrient becomes low level or high level and how we adjust it.

  • @_safdar
    @_safdar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir can you explain Micro-nutrients and organic nutrients for hydroponics slabs.

  • @BarathKumarBabu
    @BarathKumarBabu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello sir. Kindly explain how often I must adjust my pH. Once a day or once a week?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Barath, it really depends on how fast the pH is drifting. Try to keep the pH in the range of 5.5 - 6.5 if it takes two days for the solution to move out of this range them your frequency is every two days.
      It has to be feedback based.

  • @nileshagrawal7306
    @nileshagrawal7306 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey! Excellent video, however I have a question. Usually when I use PH Stabilisers , my EC is also tampered, for instance, I prepared my hydroponic solution nutrient to about 400 PPM before I transplanted my lettuce, the PH was about 6.7, when I added phosphoric acid(10% dilution ) to bring down the PH, my TDS shooted to 1100ppm, could you please elaborate on this? I am using the same instruments as yours, the nutrients were from Radongrow.

    • @TheFritzgeraldlim
      @TheFritzgeraldlim 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same with me... Please help... Need advice on this...

    • @myopeius5765
      @myopeius5765 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have seen that too. It seems the NPK nutrient levels would stay the same, but the EC will change.

  • @AGENTBOY7
    @AGENTBOY7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir how much liter of water is need for a cherry tomato plant which is small and when it get biger pls reply

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I will try to answer this question but it usually depends on the temperature and the nature of your growing medium.
      Assuming if you are using cocopeat, 1-2 times a day should be sufficient. Again it depends on the grade of cocopeat.

  • @jaishetty8586
    @jaishetty8586 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As good or better than attending a college. Superb explanation.

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to see this comment. See you around. :-)

  • @abbak703
    @abbak703 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    from where we can get phospheric acid? is venegar good enough?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would suggest you go with Phosphoric acid. Most fertilizer stores should carry phosphoric acid. If not you can also get from chemical stores that sell laboratory chemicals.
      Vinegar is a weak acid and would be required in large amounts. I dont suggest that.

  • @mxgangrel
    @mxgangrel ปีที่แล้ว

    My second comment and question is i c I see your nutrients and was thinking of buying them but they are in a foreign currency and apparently being sold in a country foreign to me. I'm in the United States in Virginia. Can you sell and shipped to me?

  • @joykemprai
    @joykemprai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love from Nagaland

  • @sandeepsathianathan1176
    @sandeepsathianathan1176 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir
    I am also a new student. I have been watching your videos continuously.
    I am really interested with your tomato garden which you directly placed in coco peat. My doubt is the nutrition which you are applying to the root is not recirculating. So how much litre of nutrition should we spend for entire growth of tomato.

  • @elsieyu6152
    @elsieyu6152 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    tnx just when i needed it

  • @TheGeekgardener
    @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @mrdotak6
    @mrdotak6 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have simple Ph meter. Please tell the results in ppm so i can prepare accordingly.
    Edit- sorry i mean simple tds, i mistyped it.

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      pH meter is used for measuring the acid/alkaline nature of the solution. The TDS equivalent of EC can be derived if you have the TDS meter scale. Usually its 500ppm = 1 mS/cm.

    • @mrdotak6
      @mrdotak6 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGeekgardener Edit- sorry i mean simple tds, i mistyped it.
      I have this simple tds/temperature meter being sold on amazon between 170 and 300.

  • @vivekm8513
    @vivekm8513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir how much the solution cost?

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This page has all the details.
      gardenguru.in/26-hydroponic-nutrients-india

    • @deepakmagar4162
      @deepakmagar4162 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Contact no plase

  • @soibamchaoba6991
    @soibamchaoba6991 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is RO WATER?

  • @mxgangrel
    @mxgangrel ปีที่แล้ว

    My first comment is going to be I wanted to find your pH meter calibration video but it's not in your description. When I googled it it gives me everybody but yours. So unfortunately I'm going to have to watch someone else's because you didn't Lincoln your description. I mean this is a friendly tip not just for you and your views but for people like me who would like to stick with you and your

  • @biotagardenstore4828
    @biotagardenstore4828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you...

  • @harsha.b.s.harsha5221
    @harsha.b.s.harsha5221 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tell the contents used that is most important u missed that

  • @deepakmagar4162
    @deepakmagar4162 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please contact for nutrient purses

    • @TheGeekgardener
      @TheGeekgardener  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you elaborate? I dont understand.