Growing Watermelon in a Container

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  • Опубликовано: 3 ноя 2024
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  • @jacobbullon649
    @jacobbullon649 3 года назад +39

    I like how you include the peaceful moments of silence while gardening in your videos

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +2

      Thank you so much!!

  • @ambricajohnson9514
    @ambricajohnson9514 Год назад +1

    Finally someone who uses a more accessible, affordable option. I’m gonna try this! Thank you! You’re so peaceful to watch! 😊

  • @tales_of_the_crypto1583
    @tales_of_the_crypto1583 3 года назад +44

    One thing to help keep your garden tools, and gloves close and dry is I put up a large mailbox 📬 that I had extra in the middle of my yard / garden. No need to look for anything I know exactly where it all is.👍🤝💥

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +5

      That is an excellent idea just like how I place buckets around for trash.

    • @taililly2483
      @taililly2483 3 года назад

      Did you mount the box on a wood or metal post?

    • @lokilawson
      @lokilawson 3 года назад

      That is brilliant!

    • @mamadukz66
      @mamadukz66 3 года назад

      Good tip

    • @Razzy-sr4oq
      @Razzy-sr4oq 2 года назад

      I just did this, put it on a T-post. Easy and sturdy and cheap and easy to move, if I want!

  • @leidycasadiego3535
    @leidycasadiego3535 3 года назад +21

    you had me as a subscriber as soon as I hear "got this seeds at the dollar store" 😂 that's where I got mine from and was looking how to grow them in containers 🤩

    • @rosemondchurchill
      @rosemondchurchill 3 года назад +1

      I didn't even know they sold seeds.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Awesome! Thank you!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +3

      I now check Dollar Tree first before going to Lowes, Walmart or Home Depot.

  • @deborahandrews9728
    @deborahandrews9728 3 года назад +14

    I also live in Florida zone 9b. Our sandy soil has made it very difficult to grow until I discovered compost at the local landfill. They used to deliver it in a huge truck, but now I have to go get it. They make it from all the bags of leaves and tree limbs set out every week. Nearly my whole garden is now containers and one thing I started doing early on is to put earthworms in every one of them. It turns out that earthworms thrive in my containers. Although it does get really hot here, I love that I get to grow all the year long. I happened to find you while scrolling through the suggested and now you have a new subscriber. Today I’ll be starting sugar baby watermelons, too. Thanks for sharing. I’ll definitely be following your garden adventures.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching and subscribing. I need to check for a free local compost option. Our lawn items get mixed in with the regular trash in my area. I love to know how your watermelon journey progresses.

    • @deborahandrews9728
      @deborahandrews9728 3 года назад

      @@sbf_fl Thank you, hopefully I’ll get to my seed starting soon since it didn’t happen yesterday. Take care!

  • @GirlMomma
    @GirlMomma 3 года назад +13

    Your personality is the best!! 💗

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Oh thank you!

  • @terrykunst3883
    @terrykunst3883 3 года назад +6

    Great ideas, love the tool belt, I listen to audiobooks too, can’t live without them! Looking forward to your next episode. Thank you.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +2

      Awesome! Thank you!

  • @antandshell
    @antandshell 2 года назад +9

    My wife just came home from the dollar store with the exact same seeds! Then I found you ☺️. Enjoying your videos. Thank you ❤️

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад +1

      Hello Anthony it still amazes me how these happenings occur. Thank you so much for watching. I am manifesting growing success for you and your wife. Be well ❤️

  • @LilithNoel
    @LilithNoel 3 года назад +19

    You're very wholesome and I love it, great video.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you very much!!

  • @kweenkashmereiman
    @kweenkashmereiman 3 года назад +6

    Yes I love gardening so much. I was so shocked to see seeds at dollar tree for 25 cents mind you my new friend I had purchased 120 dollars worth of seeds at Lowe’s never again. Love your personality new subscriber keep it up🥰

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +2

      Thanks do much!! I too could not believe it. At first I thought they would have a low germination rate but that has not been the case. I too have paid tons at Lowes and Home Depot. Now I go to the Dollar Tree first. Thanks for watching and subbing!!

    • @kweenkashmereiman
      @kweenkashmereiman 3 года назад

      @@sbf_fl Yes very..very smart that’s what I’ll be doing now dollar tree first. I look forward to more videos and you from the south too that’s perfect my zone. Happy gardening💕🙌🙌🦋🦋🦋

  • @AD-mn8bg
    @AD-mn8bg 3 года назад +1

    I’m in south Florida too. I happened to find your video because i need to plant in a bin too. Thanks so much I’ll plant my seed tomorrow.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Awesome!!! Thanks for watching and best of growing success!!

  • @tonirose2453
    @tonirose2453 3 года назад +3

    Your voice is like melted butter on warm toast. So smooth and soothing lol. So happy I saw your page in my suggestions. I don't have my own place yet but I'm using all your gardening tips to create my own oasis when I do! #newsubscriber 🤓☺

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Oh thank you! And thanks for watching and subbing!!

    • @louisethomas8074
      @louisethomas8074 Год назад

      Yup. Great voice. Butter on warm toast. Love it.

  • @Sellers707
    @Sellers707 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing this video. Can't wait for the updates. Have a wonderful day

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @lilyofthevalley2248
    @lilyofthevalley2248 3 года назад +6

    Blessings, I am a new subscriber, The Creator had me find u while perusing garden videos, drawn to ur pleasant energy. I will continue to view ur content as I enjoyed this video. Peace

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching and subbing!! Many Blessings to you too!

  • @TheGardeningZebra
    @TheGardeningZebra 3 года назад +7

    I love the idea of placing a marker where the seeds were place. Thanks for the tip. I have subscribed so I don't miss any of your content!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you!!

    • @livefromtheground7274
      @livefromtheground7274 3 года назад

      Wow, I didn't think of that. I learn so much from so many...so cool!

  • @michelletetreault9428
    @michelletetreault9428 2 года назад +1

    I like your video! Thank you so much for all the great info.!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад

      Thank you for watching and you’re welcome!!!

  • @Amputee4life628
    @Amputee4life628 3 года назад +1

    Hey, I love the progress your making...

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks so much for watching and the compliment. Blessings!!

  • @denniswillie949
    @denniswillie949 9 месяцев назад

    Enjoyed your video on planting the sugar baby watermelon in tub I purchased some seeds and I’m gonna give them a try, thanks for video and info, God Bless

  • @SteffiesGarden
    @SteffiesGarden Год назад +2

    Hello. New to your channel. I’m in zone 9 New Orleans La. I enjoyed watching your channel today. I have subscribed and look forward to more info. Keep up the good work. I’ll be watching more of your videos

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  Год назад

      Hello Steffie!! Welcome to the family!! Thank you and thanks so much for watching. I have subscribed to your channel as well and look forward to watching over the next few days. Blessings to you and your gardening!!

    • @SteffiesGarden
      @SteffiesGarden Год назад

      Thank you and blessings in your garden as well!

  • @owenwilson4427
    @owenwilson4427 3 года назад +3

    New subscriber. Really loving the wholesomeness, the relaxation i get from your videos, and inspiration.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Awesome! Thank you! Welcome Aboard!

  • @qianah.6610
    @qianah.6610 3 года назад +5

    Thanks for the video! I'm definitely going to be ordering me one of those Garden belts today. And I'm trying my hand at the sugar baby watermelons this season as well.

    • @grace2garden403
      @grace2garden403 3 года назад +2

      Make sure you share with us the results.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +4

      Yes indeed. Also keep me and all of us updated on your progress. Everyone’s input is how we build a better tomorrow

    • @godisblackmatter7844
      @godisblackmatter7844 3 года назад

      They're delicious 🍉

  • @mariatosado4708
    @mariatosado4708 3 года назад +1

    I live in Clearwater, FL and I'm so glad I found your channel❤💜😍😘

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      So cool!

  • @awretchlikeme579
    @awretchlikeme579 3 года назад +3

    This is pretty cool bro now I know what to add to my garden when get it started. Peace and Love

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Awesome!! Thanks for watching!

  • @grace2garden403
    @grace2garden403 3 года назад +13

    Can’t wait to see the results . Great video, thanks for sharing, glad I found your channel. New subbie

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks for the sub!!!

  • @dorajohnson6252
    @dorajohnson6252 3 года назад +6

    You did a nice video. Very informative. thanks. Please do more. I am going to subscribe to your channel.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Thank you very much!

  • @PhilippinesFarmLife
    @PhilippinesFarmLife 3 года назад

    Thank you sir. Subscribed and watching ALL of your videos. Watching from the Philippines.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Awesome, thank you!

  • @ArizonaBorn1358
    @ArizonaBorn1358 3 года назад +1

    My grandmother used make pickled watermelon rind. I haven't had any since. I loved them. I plan on growing watermelon in 20 gallon grow bags. I've watched several videos and read many blogs on subject. So I hope it works. I am a new subscriber today.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      You are so right. The 20 gallon grow bags work perfectly. It is the smallest size I have ever used. I too love the pickled watermelon rind. Thanks for watching and subbing!!

  • @cherylsloan1305
    @cherylsloan1305 3 года назад +2

    Love the tote bag! I am always forgetting something and going back to get another tool.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      You and me both! Thanks for watching!!

  • @magicshopmumma2042
    @magicshopmumma2042 3 года назад +2

    Watching from Australia. I just started gardening a few years ago . I finally got 9 pumpkins on my vines and then the possums ate them all overnight. We live and learn so next year I will bag them in netted bags. Might try watermelons now.

    • @ameliatribeofissachar7311
      @ameliatribeofissachar7311 3 года назад

      Oh no 😥 so sorry.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      OH NO!!! But at least you are not discouraged!

    • @zaria5785
      @zaria5785 3 года назад +1

      Wow! I had a family of raccoons 🦝 visit my backyard and I didn’t know who had left the garden gate open . Then one day my 2 feet tall ceramic (heavy) water fountain ⛲️ had the top half flipped on the concrete pathway and cracked into several pieces. I couldn’t figure out how that happened. Sure enough when I saw them grizzly raccoons I put it together. Now I’ve been spraying garlic infused in hot water outside of my gate so they’re discouraged.

  • @DrPayneNestor
    @DrPayneNestor 7 месяцев назад

    Great content ❤I’m in south Florida too and just starting out ❤

  • @pamelapruett7833
    @pamelapruett7833 3 года назад +1

    I am about to plant my watermelon seedlings in exact same way in the same container! I really enjoyed hearing your voice is very calm and soothing and I will definitely subscribe to your Channel

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Awesome! Thank you! Best of growing success to you!!

  • @spiceysgarden
    @spiceysgarden 3 года назад +8

    Gonna love 💘 watching them grow with you. Hugging your channel now.

    • @alejandroalcala3146
      @alejandroalcala3146 3 года назад +1

      yeah theres nothing like watching plants grow

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Ty. I will post a short video update on Friday May 14th.

  • @ravendluna369jasso8
    @ravendluna369jasso8 2 года назад +1

    Just found u !!! U got yourself a new subscriber 😜 loved your vibe !!!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад +1

      Yay! Thank you!

  • @jbrooks1212
    @jbrooks1212 3 года назад

    I’m just half way on this video and I am loving it already

  • @gardenhighlightsworm
    @gardenhighlightsworm 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for the video I enjoyed watching

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад +1

      Thanks so much for watching!!! Your channel name is intriguing and I am definitely gonna have a watch. Be Well!!

    • @gardenhighlightsworm
      @gardenhighlightsworm 2 года назад

      @@sbf_fl Thank you 🙏 I hope you stop by my channel

  • @cassandraking5852
    @cassandraking5852 3 года назад +1

    Just found your channel. Love it! Can't wait to see the results!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you!!

  • @beesandseeds
    @beesandseeds 3 года назад +1

    I enjoyed your video thanks for sharing.I’m growing watermelon for the first time ever this year and mine will also be in a container. You’ve got wonderful watermelon weather so you will be snacking on watermelon this summer way before me😁.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      So nice of you! Best progress to you in your watermelon growing journey!!

  • @littleredhen3354
    @littleredhen3354 3 года назад +1

    New subscriber from a fellow Floridian👋 I totally relate to the sand problem 😉

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Welcome!! Thanks for subbing!!

  • @ameliatribeofissachar7311
    @ameliatribeofissachar7311 3 года назад +1

    Its my 1st year 2 grow sugar baby watermelons. So excited!! Some are growing in my son's old car tires LOL. Then I have some n the ground. New sub here. Peace n blessings 🙏🏽🕎

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      That sounds wonderful and thanks for subbing!!

  • @linetteguiliani3312
    @linetteguiliani3312 3 года назад +2

    Great video I love it! I'm too, trying to grow my own food. It. Is challenging but at the same time rewarding. Im going to try grow watermelons. I subscribed to your channel. Blessings from Orlando Fl!!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      You can do it! Thank you for subscribing!

  • @DragonPrepper
    @DragonPrepper 3 года назад +9

    Make plant labels from the tote lid.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +2

      Excellent idea!!

  • @edithaantopina200
    @edithaantopina200 3 года назад +1

    Very informative vedio . I learned a lot from here. Thanks for sharing. Always watching here in Korea.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      So nice of you

  • @chrisreed7644
    @chrisreed7644 3 года назад +2

    I was intimidated to try watermelon, but you changed my mind 👊🏼

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +2

      Thanks Chris, that is excellent news!!

  • @itsgardeningtime
    @itsgardeningtime 3 года назад +2

    New subscriber here ... looking forward to updates on your watermelon seeds!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks for subbing!

  • @brucechakur6144
    @brucechakur6144 3 года назад +1

    New Subbie here Jackie in North FL God bless you brother I will try planting my watermelon in a Container Shalom

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Welcome and Thank you for subscribing!! Many blessings to you too!

    • @brucechakur6144
      @brucechakur6144 3 года назад

      Your welcome have a blessed day

  • @IronDruids
    @IronDruids Год назад +1

    This is my first year growing watermelon too and I'm excited to follow along and have a great harvest this year! Though tbh I've tossed my hands in the air with the ever changing seed sowing depth and will just sow at double the length of the seed like I do for everything now lol. Hopefully that won't come back to haunt me this year. So far nothing has failed to sprout so I'm hopeful it's not a mistake.
    Thank you for the... two year old video!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  Год назад +1

      Hello Iron Druid! I like your method of seed depth. I have found that the most important is that it is covered. I tend to do 1/4 inch for tiny seeds and 1/2 to 1 inch for everything else. Also, sometimes my seeds 2 or more weeks to sprout when the package says 7 days ( i almost threw out a whole tray due to that). Lastly, the packets come with SOOO many seeds so I just try again, lol. Thanks so much for watching!!!! I manifest many blessings for you and your garden!!!

  • @auniciasharpe7293
    @auniciasharpe7293 3 года назад +2

    That tool belt is SUCH a great idea!!!!!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      I love it!

  • @JamesSmith-pt8dy
    @JamesSmith-pt8dy 3 года назад +2

    Hey .. everyone Moniee-Mon, is watching thanks for the info vedios keep doing what'cha do best God bless ya!.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you! You too!

  • @donnawoodford6641
    @donnawoodford6641 2 года назад +2

    My neighbor from Germany just gave me a watermelon 🍉 plant in a styrofoam cup. She said to separate the stems before planting. There are at least 2-3 plants she started from seeds. Not sure whether to plant in container or ground. I'll have to see what works in a rainforest climate.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад

      Hello Donna. You definitely have the climate. My biggest challenge is moisture level…keeping the soil moist but not wet. Most watermelon only need a minimum of 1 inch of water per week to be healthy. Best of growing blessings and thanks so much for watching!!!

  • @tanyaparker-callsign.kk7ic238
    @tanyaparker-callsign.kk7ic238 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video! Gave me the idea to use our old dog kennel that’s cracked because the water can come out...great video although overstand about watermelons. I was thinking about using the tubs to plant something just need to figure it out still...take care

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks so much for watching!!

  • @janiceinFL
    @janiceinFL 2 года назад +1

    I'm in FL, but will be moving to NC in the near future. Anyway, I have been buying veg seeds from Dollar tree for years! Lol! I've had a lot of luck with many of them. Kale was a real winner from Dollar tree seeds, I would harvest a bunch and it would just keep on growing back for months! What part of FL are you in?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад +1

      Hello Janice!! I too have recently started buying more and more seeds from Dollar Tree. I am in Miramar. Thanks so much for watching!!! Happy gardening!!!

  • @janedc5ch319
    @janedc5ch319 3 года назад +1

    When I lived in California there was a place where you could go and get compost your self.
    Thay had big piles of soil compost woodchips ,and I dont remember what. This was back in 1980 I think.
    I took my husbands van and a big trash can. I filled it up , then tryed to lift it up in side the truck.
    My young sons where with me and between the three of us we got it in.
    This one raised bed had little plants and a dead one. I pulled it out. Left a big hole so I filled it with compost (mushroom compost) and later the leaves on my little creeping Charlie, went from about a quarter size to 3"-4"
    And the spider plant had hundreds of babys.
    I pulled out a spider plant and put it in a pot mabe 30 babys hang out side the pot. I put some Charlie in a basket on the wall . It grew about 3 feet hanging out the basket. Thay were the most beautiful plants I ever grew.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      That is absolutely amazing. I wish that we had someplace here in the south florida area that did that. I would definitely take advantage of it. Thanks for watching!!

  • @DragonPrepper
    @DragonPrepper 3 года назад +6

    I grow bush watermelons, cucumbers and cantaloupes in storage totes.

    • @taililly2483
      @taililly2483 3 года назад

      Do you trellis or let run on ground & what do you fertilize with?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      What size totes do you use? I am running out of space and what to be as compact as possible

    • @DragonPrepper
      @DragonPrepper 3 года назад

      @@sbf_fl I use 20 & 30 gallon storage totes and 17.5 gallon round tubs from Walmart.

  • @dgc940
    @dgc940 3 года назад +2

    I tried this last year in about the same container and I also used pure composted cow chit. They did great and I too did 3 plants in one container they grew n grew n grew and produced crazy amount of melons' too! The problem was blossom end rot I just couldn't keep up with adding calcium Then! here in Texas where also gets hot and with all the melons I couldn't keep them watered enough I mean they were drinking 8-10 gallons a day. This year 1 tub 1 plant

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      WOW!! I hope for just a portion of the result. Best growing success this year!!

    • @dgc940
      @dgc940 3 года назад +1

      @@sbf_fl The foliage did great but It was hard to keep enough water. And notice I said blossom end rot will need lots of fert especially calcium. Notice I said this year I just did one plant per container and in the next few days before the Texas heat hits I will be installing a water system on a timer because Im old and when I get home from work I want to sit my butt down. lol When they set several fruit I will set it to water twice a day. Oh by the way have you seen some of the video's where they sit the melons inside square blocks when small and make the melons grow square? pretty cool

  • @kcmthedesigner
    @kcmthedesigner 3 года назад +1

    Zone 7b ATL here and I can't germinate watermelon seeds to save my life. I gave up and bought crimson sweet watermelon starts and planted them in my garden. 🍉😛

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Sorry to hear that but I too have problems with certain starts so I go to Lowes, Walmart and Home Depot. To me all that matters is that I grow it myself. Thanks for watching and just keep on growing!!

    • @kcmthedesigner
      @kcmthedesigner 3 года назад

      @@sbf_fl thanks and that's so true. My Walmart bought watermelon starts are growing well so I am happy. 😃

    • @HomebasedHundo
      @HomebasedHundo 3 года назад +1

      I tried the plastic milk jug greenhouse method for some sugar baby seeds, worked great 100% germination on some $.50 WalMart seeds!

    • @kcmthedesigner
      @kcmthedesigner 3 года назад

      @@HomebasedHundo cool, I'll try that method next time! ☺️✅

    • @reesely
      @reesely 3 года назад +1

      In ga as well my daughter planted watermelon seeds straight from the watermelon it grew like crazy.

  • @donnaleejames3301
    @donnaleejames3301 3 года назад +1

    DONNATELLA.Thanks for the presentation.my first watching of you videos.keep up the nice work 😊

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you, I will

  • @01BryanKeith
    @01BryanKeith 8 месяцев назад

    Great video Sir. I do have 1 question for you. Did you put drain holes in the bottom of your tote?

  • @ahiyahysrayl3007
    @ahiyahysrayl3007 3 года назад +1

    The plants you weed out you can give them away to a neighbor or plant them in a near by park or public space?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      That is an excellent idea. Waste not, want not. Will definitely start doing this cause I always feel badly cutting off a perfectly good plant. Thanks for watching!!

  • @machinefitnessbroward
    @machinefitnessbroward Год назад +1

    I just came across your video and I too reside in South Florida. I am familiar with the Davie area and would like to get more info on your horse manuer resource. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  Год назад

      Hello…I tried to google maps to get the address because I drive there by sight lol but it looks like it is 11250 Orange Dr in Davie. I hope that helps. Will try to get the ranch name from my buddy. Thanks so much for watching. Much gardening success!!!

  • @growingwithjay1
    @growingwithjay1 3 года назад +1

    Man i should have used some markers. I planted these same seeds from dollar tree they germinated fine but I'm out there everyday trying to figure out what's a weed and what's from seed. New subscriber here. Looking forward to some of those watermelon updates.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you and welcome to the channel!

  • @AtHomeWithSheree
    @AtHomeWithSheree 3 года назад +3

    I’m trying watermelons in containers this year in my zone 4b garden. I know it’s asking a lot but I’m hopeful! Thanks for sharing your process.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      You can do it!

  • @larrystone5749
    @larrystone5749 3 года назад +1

    Good video enjoyed it thx for sharing Be safe God Bless

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks, you too!

  • @karmajeffers3194
    @karmajeffers3194 3 года назад +1

    Hello there l just came across your channel and l looked at the ‘fig patch’ behind and then listen to you speak and l must ask is your country of origin Trinidad or anywhere in the Caribbean you don’t have to answer that question if you don’t want to l enjoyed your video nonetheless all the best 😃👍

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      No problem at all... Nope I was born on the best island in the world - Manhattan. However, I can not begin to tell you how many people over the years have asked me the same question. Thanks for watching!!

  • @wandasinger7713
    @wandasinger7713 3 года назад +1

    New subscriber. Thank you for your knowledge. I’m growing sugar babies this year as well. Do you have a video on growing collard greens? Blessings to you and your family 🙏🏾

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Awesome, thanks for subbing!! Thank you for watching and best of growing with your watermelons too. The video with collards will be coming shortly.

  • @c-dub2789
    @c-dub2789 2 года назад +1

    I like how he said watermelon is supposed to be put into a mound, then planted, it grows down etc, etc. Amen! 😆 🤣 😂

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад +1

      🤣🤣🤣 Thanks so much for watching!!!

  • @JoseLopez-cz3kc
    @JoseLopez-cz3kc Год назад +2

    What NPK fertilizer # if any do U, use?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  Год назад +1

      Hello Jose. I use a balanced 10-10-10. Thanks so much for watching. Much gardening success!!!

  • @rebeccacimarusti8804
    @rebeccacimarusti8804 3 года назад +1

    I like your video but could you please give the dimensions of the container?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      This is a 54 gallon container and it is only half full. I have found that I have better success with 20gal or larger container. Thanks for watching!!

  • @Mestaliving85
    @Mestaliving85 5 месяцев назад

    Fry? 😂😂 and I bake in Texas 100 degree hell. ❤ happy gardening

  • @jeil5676
    @jeil5676 3 года назад +3

    Those totes make a nice big container but its too bad you cant get a tray for them to collect the drainage water as it would dry out fairly quick if you dont water often.

    • @DragonPrepper
      @DragonPrepper 3 года назад +4

      Drill or melt your drainage holes 1.5/2" from the bottom to hold water for your totes.

    • @jeil5676
      @jeil5676 3 года назад

      @@DragonPrepper great idea

    • @DragonPrepper
      @DragonPrepper 3 года назад +6

      If you put the totes on chairs, cement blocks, etc and only put drainage holes on one end about an inch from the bottom, you can collect the drainage in buckets to reuse. It like compost tea. Watch RUclips videos from Robbie and Gary.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +2

      Great idea. The only thing is I am at 75-77 when I wake and 88-90 by noon. But the deep watering every other day has been doing the trick so far...fingers crossed.

    • @DragonPrepper
      @DragonPrepper 3 года назад +2

      Put the totes in kiddie pools and water from below. Add BT to the pool for mosquito control or add feeder fish for cheap and easy aquaponics.

  • @grace2garden403
    @grace2garden403 3 года назад +1

    I didn’t notice this was from March until I read the comments. How are the watermelons doing?

  • @elainewhite4226
    @elainewhite4226 3 года назад +1

    Hello Sir I love your video. I have a bout eight male flowers on my vine how long do you think it will take before I see female flowers

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      So nice of you. On average there are 7 males for every female (such as life). I am betting that you will get a female soon.

  • @DragonPrepper
    @DragonPrepper 3 года назад +2

    Check out RUclips videos from Robbie and Gary on great free compost and container gardening.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      I will check it out

  • @LyricSoul6869
    @LyricSoul6869 3 года назад +2

    Nice video. I'm looking forward to watching your channel grow. I want to transition into gluten free / paleo from keto. 😊

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Go for it! I started on Keto but it was too extreme for me. Being hard headed i needed a plan that wouldn't be counter acted if I strayed on occasion.

  • @meremyxo12
    @meremyxo12 3 года назад +1

    I'm so glad I found a zone 10b that relates to our heat and soil. Do you have problems with iguanas?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Yes indeed!! I am fortunate that i am the 2nd house in from the canal and that my neighbors yard is lush with greenery and flowers. LOL

  • @NomadMechanic
    @NomadMechanic 3 года назад +1

    My best plant's are growing in forest mulch that I collected from rotted tree, leaves and year's of untouched forest floor.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      All natural...pure. Thanks for watching!!

  • @RustedPlastic11111
    @RustedPlastic11111 Год назад

    Seed banks everyone should build, you never know when
    If you need to move fast for survival there important.

  • @faithofthewaters5321
    @faithofthewaters5321 3 года назад +1

    I’m going to try and grow these I’m in Hawaii so weather is good year round pretty much but summertime hottest

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      That is fantastic. I can make my last planting of watermelon each year in mid October. Thanks for watching!!

  • @AudacityDawning
    @AudacityDawning 3 года назад +1

    We're trying sugar babies this season too. New viewer to your channel.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Awesome!! Thanks for watching!!

  • @lorrainecrudden4733
    @lorrainecrudden4733 3 года назад +1

    On heavy clay here - feeling jealous of your Sandy soil!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Oh my! After watching so many many videos with clay soils I will never complain about sandy soil. Thanks for watching!!

  • @lindasprepperkitchen
    @lindasprepperkitchen 2 года назад +1

    How did your watermelons turn out in the tote container. I was considering doing watermelons but don’t have the space in my garden so I want to do it in containers. Love this video.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  2 года назад +2

      Hello there! Unfortunately, my plants didn’t make it. I believe it was too much rain and inadequate drainage. Also not enough full sunshine with the banana plants. But I am not giving up. I have plant 3 five gallon containers of sugar baby watermelon seeds and the should be germinating shortly. I wish all the best of growing success. Many have been successful and I know you and and I can too. Thanks so much for watching and Be Well!!!

    • @lindasprepperkitchen
      @lindasprepperkitchen 2 года назад +1

      @@sbf_fl Thank you😊

  • @janetpowell9811
    @janetpowell9811 3 года назад

    That tool belt is a very smart idea. I know I am doing my own soil as well. I find too much stuff in the compost the we buy from the stores.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you and doing your own soil is well worth it!

  • @calmperson101
    @calmperson101 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for the content!
    Have you been hearing about the changes that are coming down the pipelines for food production and animal husbandry?
    Soon it will be illegal to use fertilizer like we are nowadays... as well as produce our own meats...

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Oh NOOOO! Will have to search for the updates. Also as you hear more pls keep us all updated. Thank you!

  • @722dabba
    @722dabba 3 года назад +1

    Zone 6 here....Jealous but subscribing !

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you!!!

  • @EdiblePlants
    @EdiblePlants 3 года назад +2

    👍

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @grace2garden403
    @grace2garden403 3 года назад +2

    How is your okra bed doing?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Funny you should ask cause I have transplanted the okra to grow corn which will come out next week.

  • @goodchoices
    @goodchoices 3 года назад +1

    gotta new subscriber bruhddah

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Welcome aboard!

  • @robinwolfe2217
    @robinwolfe2217 3 года назад +1

    do you have drainage in box as well?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Yes, there are 8 half inch holes spread across the bottom.

  • @SafdarAyazMD
    @SafdarAyazMD 3 года назад

    Wow ZABARDAST ZABARDAST

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Thank you!!

  • @jbrooks1212
    @jbrooks1212 3 года назад

    How did the watermelons come out

  • @themkjs7391
    @themkjs7391 3 года назад

    Love y’all channel 💯🖤🔫

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thanks so much for watching!!

  • @G.W.H.
    @G.W.H. 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing!!!

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      You're welcome!!

  • @jewelscroggins4092
    @jewelscroggins4092 3 года назад +1

    Subscribed 💜🙂

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for subbing and watching!!

  • @marieholly559
    @marieholly559 3 года назад +1

    What state are you in?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      I am in Miramar, Florida.

  • @tinasheplants
    @tinasheplants 3 года назад +1

    awesome! i'm gonna try doing the same :)

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Thank you and best of luck!!

  • @ifthetrucksstoprolling9045
    @ifthetrucksstoprolling9045 3 года назад +2

    How are they doing

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      Ty for asking. I will be posting an update video on Friday May 14th.

  • @aliyusuf7713
    @aliyusuf7713 3 года назад +1

    Thanks

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      You are very welcome and thanks for watching!!!

  • @iseetheglory4593
    @iseetheglory4593 3 года назад +2

    How big is your container

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад +1

      This container is 54 gallons

  • @charliemcgriff7643
    @charliemcgriff7643 3 года назад +1

    Hey freind what town is that?

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      This is Miramar, FL. Thanks for watching!!

    • @charliemcgriff7643
      @charliemcgriff7643 3 года назад

      Ok i use to live in Miami and dania beach fl

  • @deeroy6339
    @deeroy6339 Год назад

    What size is the tub?

  • @Megzm6
    @Megzm6 3 года назад +2

    I live in FL too where I am there's a lot of clay.

    • @sbf_fl
      @sbf_fl  3 года назад

      God Bless America! The same state and totally different grounds to work with. Thank you for watching!