I have had the same idea and tried it. It all looks well, and you can actually start seeds this way with no problem. However, after some time your pump filter clogs up real back every other day, because the peat moss starts deteriorating. So I DO NOT recommend that!
@@dressedanddepressed2301 it your cloning u don't actually need nothing just ensure that the stem portion is in the water I just use tin foil for top with a hole for stem For seed I just start in sand that way easy to clean and comes out easy with out damaging roots
@@paul8093 exactly what I was looking for. What feed? I was thinking to use worm casting tea. I don’t trust store bought fertilizers .... they mix them with heavy metals and contaminated dirt
@@maragrace820 worm castings I'm sure would work might have to add abit of Epsom salt And some boiled egg shells water for calcium I personally use stinging nettle fertilizer tea
This is so dumb. I can't believed i watch this whole video. Plugs use a glue! Doing this will just fall apart. People do it for seed starting, but it's ridiculous for hydro. It will just be disgusting. Will ruin your pump and sprayers. I watched the whole video trying to find out what kind of glue is used for root riot type plugs. Waste of time.
I agree with you, and the same goes for me. I watched the entire video, trying to find out which glue he used or what the mixing ratio of the glue and cocopeat is. Do you know the ratio??
@@RandomAlias1 Kind of depends what materials you have on hand & how hard you can get it right & compressed. Some people use cococoir or peet & other types of material. I haven't been using it for awhile but once I get set back up again I will try other materials. If completely soaked It can see some slothing off. If just moist can stay together. If you find other material let me know.
Great idea! I just bought a hydroponic garden (from Aldi) and it didn't come with the pods. I'm a little leery of trying this because I'm afraid it will eventually clog the pump. How about putting it in some netting? Maybe old pantyhose? something like that? what do you think?
The aerogarden moss keeps its shape and doesn’t fall apart in the water. I brought coco coir mix by GROW!T that I got at a nursery near my house. One, I used a drill to break it apart so I didn’t have to use the entire block. It’s not easy to break apart with your hand or a knife. I used a 5/16 drill bit because it was already in my drill. Two, as I stuff the moss in to shape it, I really doesn’t seem like it’s going to stay together once I stick it in the water. Maybe if it sits out for a few days first. I imagine aerogarden didn’t have people compress their moss by hand so idk if these will hold without some type of compressor. We shall find out.
No THEY DO NOT hold together so don’t be fooled. The professional coir plugs are mixed with adhesive polymers to stick them together. Do not waste your time doing this or even watching it. They will fall apart and turn to sludge and block your system.
Sorry, but this does not work, even if it holds form, the bond is very weak and peat particles will wash into the tank. I tried to compress peat pulp in the vice to achieve similar cellular bond as in the paper making, but the produced shape still quickly fell apart in the water. Had small success with mixing in flour in approx ratio 5 peat : 1 flour for bonding, made dough and baked them at 350F/175C, that also sterilized the peat which you should do anyway for indoor growing because it has pathogens, pollutants and insect eggs from harvesting site. Mine were denser than originals. Btw. peat is a cellulose and fabricating cellulose sponges is an involved chemical process, do not expect to make anything close to originals at home.
@@rafaelx.418 I was thinking about the exactly same method to mix it up with flour and baking it later. How was your experience after you soak them in water? Do they stand or dissolve easily?
@HealerChris Thank You. I personally don't make much for the hours & hours that go into my channel. I personally purchase mostly everything reviewed or built by me. Thanks for watching & your feedback. Rick
Is there any danger of the peat moss plug falling apart when in the aerogarden and clogging up the pump? Is hand-compressing the plug enough for it to maintain shape in liquid?
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I have had the same idea and tried it. It all looks well, and you can actually start seeds this way with no problem.
However, after some time your pump filter clogs up real back every other day, because the peat moss starts deteriorating.
So I DO NOT recommend that!
Yeah that's what I was thinking would work good for Kratkey tho because don't much matter with that type system
Try wrapping panty hose or something around the base to prevent the peat or coco from leaking out overtime
@@dressedanddepressed2301 it your cloning u don't actually need nothing just ensure that the stem portion is in the water
I just use tin foil for top with a hole for stem
For seed I just start in sand that way easy to clean and comes out easy with out damaging roots
@@paul8093 exactly what I was looking for. What feed? I was thinking to use worm casting tea. I don’t trust store bought fertilizers .... they mix them with heavy metals and contaminated dirt
@@maragrace820 worm castings I'm sure would work might have to add abit of Epsom salt
And some boiled egg shells water for calcium
I personally use stinging nettle fertilizer tea
This is so dumb. I can't believed i watch this whole video. Plugs use a glue! Doing this will just fall apart. People do it for seed starting, but it's ridiculous for hydro. It will just be disgusting. Will ruin your pump and sprayers. I watched the whole video trying to find out what kind of glue is used for root riot type plugs. Waste of time.
I agree with you, and the same goes for me. I watched the entire video, trying to find out which glue he used or what the mixing ratio of the glue and cocopeat is. Do you know the ratio??
Good Video Ghost orbs and all. watch when he is in his garage several orbs is not dust as it would be everywhere
Crazy...I thought I was loosing my mind because I have seen them on a lot of my videos. ;-)
Thank you.. Was looking for a diy video. You did not disappoint!
I just wish I could find something better as a stronger bonding agent. 🤞
@@DiyRick66 actually I wanted to know whether the mold ends up dissolving once you dip the pod in water. Is that the case for you?
@@RandomAlias1 Kind of depends what materials you have on hand & how hard you can get it right & compressed. Some people use cococoir or peet & other types of material. I haven't been using it for awhile but once I get set back up again I will try other materials. If completely soaked It can see some slothing off. If just moist can stay together. If you find other material let me know.
Great idea! I just bought a hydroponic garden (from Aldi) and it didn't come with the pods. I'm a little leery of trying this because I'm afraid it will eventually clog the pump. How about putting it in some netting? Maybe old pantyhose? something like that? what do you think?
Great idea. Let us know how you make out. 🤞
cheesecloth might be better, it is very porous and biodegradable!
@@paulineflanagan8530 Possibly....or a old or new coffee filter? 🤞
The orbs 😍
Thanks so much
You're welcome!
The problem with peat moss it hydrophobic
How do you keep it from falling apart once it gets wet again?
When you compress it tightly it holds it's form. 👍
@@DiyRick66 : I tried the coco coir and it fell apart. I thought I compressed it in really tight, but may be not tight enough?
The aerogarden moss keeps its shape and doesn’t fall apart in the water. I brought coco coir mix by GROW!T that I got at a nursery near my house. One, I used a drill to break it apart so I didn’t have to use the entire block. It’s not easy to break apart with your hand or a knife. I used a 5/16 drill bit because it was already in my drill.
Two, as I stuff the moss in to shape it, I really doesn’t seem like it’s going to stay together once I stick it in the water. Maybe if it sits out for a few days first. I imagine aerogarden didn’t have people compress their moss by hand so idk if these will hold without some type of compressor. We shall find out.
Keep me updated. I smashed the crap out of it & dried it out good. Seems to work for me but I am always open for another type of mix. 👍
Can the peat moss stay in shape once rehydrated?
No
No THEY DO NOT hold together so don’t be fooled. The professional coir plugs are mixed with adhesive polymers to stick them together.
Do not waste your time doing this or even watching it. They will fall apart and turn to sludge and block your system.
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Sorry, but this does not work, even if it holds form, the bond is very weak and peat particles will wash into the tank. I tried to compress peat pulp in the vice to achieve similar cellular bond as in the paper making, but the produced shape still quickly fell apart in the water. Had small success with mixing in flour in approx ratio 5 peat : 1 flour for bonding, made dough and baked them at 350F/175C, that also sterilized the peat which you should do anyway for indoor growing because it has pathogens, pollutants and insect eggs from harvesting site. Mine were denser than originals. Btw. peat is a cellulose and fabricating cellulose sponges is an involved chemical process, do not expect to make anything close to originals at home.
Are you using the plugs in the baskets? I don't have an issue after they dry out. I will look for a different binder if I can find one. 🤞
@@DiyRick66 not yet, wont put it in my AG unless I know it work, perhaps would try them in Kratky jars first.
@@rafaelx.418 I did a video on Kratky. In that Vid I used Clay Pellets Hydroton. 😉
@@rafaelx.418 I was thinking about the exactly same method to mix it up with flour and baking it later. How was your experience after you soak them in water? Do they stand or dissolve easily?
I just realized the 3 molded plastic pods i threw away could’ve been reused for this.
Excellent idea. I'm anxious to give it a shot. Thanks..gotta love the internet
Gives us an update of your progress when completed. 🤞
Thanks so much for this! Stay well.
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They did a lot in my older home & videos. 😉
Great idea and video. I will be making these for my Aero Garden. Thanks!
Pack them tight. 🤞
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@HealerChris Thank You. I personally don't make much for the hours & hours that go into my channel. I personally purchase mostly everything reviewed or built by me. Thanks for watching & your feedback. Rick
Wish I could find an Aerogarden pod that would hold my 3mm leca! So far, it looks like I'm going to have to 3D print some
Thanks. This is what I wanted to do. So grateful you shared this hack 😅
Is there any danger of the peat moss plug falling apart when in the aerogarden and clogging up the pump? Is hand-compressing the plug enough for it to maintain shape in liquid?
I never experienced any issues. Keep in mind the plug becomes damp not dripping soaking wet so it falls apart since it is compressed tight. 🤞