How To Mix Hydroponic Nutrient Solution For Lettuce | Hydroponic Nutrient Solution | Masterblend
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- Beginners Guide : How To Mix Hydroponic Nutrient Solution For Lettuce | Hydroponic Nutrient Solution | Masterblend Formula | Hidroponik ! Hydroponique
Items Needed:
5 gallons - Water (Leave overnight to dissipate chlorine)
10grams - NPK (Masterblend 4-18-38)
10grams - Calcium Nitrate
5grams - Epsom Salt
Important notes:
- Scoop a cup of water out of 5gallons to be used for dilution.
- Use individual stirrer for NPK & Calcium nitrate during dilution process
- For later use of nutrient solution. Cover it tightly and keep is a dark cool place.
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2 BOTTLE METHOD
500 ml bottle
Bottle (A)
120g (6.5 TB) NPK
60 g (4 TB) Epsom Salt
(Add NPK to warm water & shake then add epsom salt).
Bottle (B)
120 g (6.5 TB) calcium/nitrate add warm water and shake
1 liter (use half if seedlings)
2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) of A
2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) of B
1 gallon (use half if seedlings)
9.5 ml (2 tsp) of A
9.5 ml (2 tsp) of B
1 gallon = 4 liters
BUCKET METHOD
Notes: 1/2 tsp Masterblend ( NPK). 1/4 tsp Epsom salt. 1/2 tsp calcium nitrate per 1 gallon of water.
Fill bucket with 1 gallon water Add 4 x 1/2 tsp masterblend (NPK) and stir. Add 2nd gallon of water add 4 x 1/4 tsp epsom salt. Add 3rd gallon water and stir. Add 1 gallon of water and add 4 x 1/2 tsp calcium nitrate. Add each one at a time to avoid clumping and to make water nutrient rich. Using warm water and/or whisk can help dissolve nutrients.
This is for fully grown plants for 1 gallon water
Use half if seedlings
5 gallon bucket
12-12-6 ratio
Ex. 12 grams masterblend-12 grams calcium nitrate-6 grams epsom salt
10-10-5 ratio for microgreens
Thank you so much for this 👏
what should the ppm be ?
I'm a beginner,,at first stage,, please support me,, This nutrition for how long,, begin to end it will be enough or not,, if after few days ph and TDS be come less,, so i how to add more solutions with this water
Finally, a short to the point easy video to follow. Thanks…how often to you have to create a new 5 gallons? and how long do you have to leave the water pumping over the roots? Thank you
Typically this system with108 plants, once or twice every 2wks. However, the frequency may vary depending on the season, as moisture tends to evaporate quickly during the summer months. Also, I set the timer every 5mins per hour.🌱🙂
@@healinghobbies just to clarify, you only run your pump once per hour for 5 mins?
@@ForsakePariah Yes that is probably what he means.
Where to buy those components? Thank you
While this is nice, it doesn't tell you what the resulting ec will be, which is crucial depending on what you're growing. Different veggies need different values.
You forgot to check the PH and EC levels after mixing
Can i use npk 10 10 40?!
It is short, simple, and easy to follow video. Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome! Happy to share. Keep growing!🌱🙂
I am a 70 yr old widow, one person household who has begun to explore countertop hydroponics and very limited patio hydroponic gardening. Can I reduce the amount of solution preparation to a single gallon or even 2.5 gallons, pour it into ice cube trays, and freeze. Does freezing destroy its value
Thank you for watching! Yes , this solution can be reduced to a gallon ratio of 2g NPK, 2g CN & 1g ES. I am not sure about the freezing method however the solution can be kept in a dark cool place until the next use or refill. Other alternative, is to make a liquid concentrate solution. The solution can make a smaller amount by liter. Here is the link for the liquid concentrate ruclips.net/video/SJr1vRVJzvI/видео.html. I hope it helps. All the best! Keep going and Keep growing!🌱🙂
@@healinghobbies thank you for the speedy reply! One other question please. Is there a shelf life for solutions ? 6mos, 1yr, 5yrs ? I would be okay with the 5gal quantity so long as it did not go to waste. I am frugal to a fault and must measure my purchases carefully. Your knowledge is valuable. Thank you.
@@oncebefore3671Already mixed solutions should be used within 6 months, as for the shelf-life of dry nutrients it is recommended to use within 2 years *for maximum effectiveness* (it doesn't go bad after 2 years since it’s a synthetic fertilizer it just starts gradually losing potency since that point on out)
Very useful and interesting content
What is the best variety of lettuce to use in hydroponics?
There isn't, Grow whatever your heart desires! My personal favorites are Parris Island Cos and Black Seeded Simpson. Buttercrunch (aka Bibb) and Little Gem are smaller yet equally tasty varieties to experiment with for new hydroponic growers.
What size are those cups? I'm having a little trouble with my scale measuring such light weight amounts. Any suggestions?
Any cups will do as long as you take out the water out of the 5 gallons that you will use. With measuring without scale, I am yet to try using a spoon. It looks like the conversion for 10g is 80% of a tablespoon.
@@healinghobbies yes, I have been using "scant" spoonfuls
Can nutrients solution goes bad once mixed?
Thank you for providing the actual weight of the nutrients like a true scientist. Other people only give the volume in teaspoons which is not very precise!
what about ppm for yough plant vs mature plants
is it also the same as the Tomotoes?
Is it the same ratio for lettuce seedlings?
Where can l buy the solution nutrients
Im confused.. can this mixture work for other kinds of plants as well? Like chillis or bokchoys? Or do i have to add or decrease more nutrients depending on which plant
It works for all types of plants. The ratio is 2 parts master blend and calcium nitrate to 1 part Epsom salt. Their website states to use 2.4 grams of MB and CN and 1.2 grams of ES per gallon.
Can we use the same ratio for NPK 19 19 19 ?
Better to use a higher in phosphorous blend than nitrogen
Is there a specific fill line on a standard 5 gallon bucket from Lowe’s or Home Depot?
The home depot bucket 5 gallon fill line is the outer middle ring.
What is the tds of this solution
Hi there. What ratios would i need to mix for 12 gallons in order to support 500 heads of lettuce?
They taste great and better than the store bought🌱🙂
How often should the liquid solution be replaced?
When the plants start showing signs of distress or a bad smell in the solution. It really does depend. I usually refill my reservoir and rarely change out the water. I change out the water twice a month but that's only because I like giving them a fresh batch of water and nutrients, the water never smells funky or looks odd. I could probably get away with once a month since I grow indoors.
Edit: Another factor to consider, if your reservoir has no water pump, nutrients will build up faster at the bottom.
I have a question I also uses master blend . How come lettuce is like soft and not crunchy ? Cant never figure it out.
Other factor to consider is that the texture of lettuce may differ depending on the variety as well.🌱🙂
Can i grow basil plant hydroponically with this solution ?
Yes you can🌱😊
Is it ok to just plant lettuce and pechay bokchoy. Without changing it's ppm and ph level meaning i will use it as is. I dont have any tools to measure ppm and ph. Just a backyard raiser for home use.
I do not recommend it but if you do not have access to the tools/devices. Don't let it stop you from experimenting and understanding the growing process of hydroponics. It's fun to learn and experiment and yes you can! I'd like to keep it simple too. I've grown most of my veggies without checking ppm and ph level. One thing I would suggest though is use rain/tap water. Using hard water would be critical it has a high mineral content that would affect your nutrient solution. I hope it helps!🌱🙂
@@healinghobbies does it mean its just ok to just use this as is and not using any tools. I found online a package for 93 pesos only and it has additional EDDHA 6% packets
Together with 3 basic ingredients. Like the npk and calcium and magnesium.
I also found a masterblend for lettuce and tomato formula for 30 to 135 pesos.
What do you think should i pick.
Hi thanks for the great video! So I'm filling a jar with this that I'm using as a container for the plant. When I refill the jar, should I throw out the existing solution or just fill top of it from the bucket again? Like how long does it generally take for the existing solution to be drained of nutrients?
Hi Adam, It depends on what type of vegetable you are growing. If leafy greens and herbs which has a short growth cycle. You don't have to replace the existing nutrients just add the new nutrients in. However, fruiting vegetables require the refilling and replacement of nutrients, especially when they are grown in small containers. In my personal experience using the Kratky method outdoors, where I typically grow tomatoes, eggplants, and other fruiting and root vegetables in 5-gallon buckets, I make sure to clean the buckets and replace the nutrient solution at least 2x throughout the entire growth process. I also refill the solution as needed. It is important to leave a gap of 1-2 inches between the root base and the nutrient solution when refilling to allow air roots to grow and prevent the plant from drowning. I hope this helps!🌱🙂
@@healinghobbies wow thanks for the detailed reply!
How do I know if I need a stronger mix of my nutrients?
Here are two of the charts I use as a guide on the type of plants I grow and check the PPM column. howhydroponics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/EC-pH-and-PPM-Reading-Chart-by-howhydroponics.pdf. and homehydrosystems.com/ph_tds_ppm/ph_vegetables_page.html. I'd like to keep it simple so Lettuce & Tomato nutrient formula is my base. Lettuce ppm range is 840-1260, say I'd like to grow basil, mustard or pepper since they are within the range of lettuce. I use lettuce nutrient formula. I apply the same concept with Tomato. Tomato ppm range 1400-3500, eggplant, radish, beetroot etc. are within the range so I use tomato nutrient formula. If you'd like to be more specific please use the ppm meter. But those measures works for me and less complex. I hope this helps🌱🙂
10gr mb 10 gr cal?why would lettuce need more than a heavy feeder like tomatoes
That is actually the recommended formula for hydroponic lettuce and 12g-12g-6g for tomatoes.
lettuce at pechay same formula
how often do you have to add the solutions to the water? also should you add this to the seeds when you first plant them?
It depends on the system and the size of reservoir. Like the simple kratky 5 gallon bucket growing with tomatoes. The nutrient refill after 4-6wks from seedlings is at least 2x a week when they start to flower and set fruits. Yes you can add nutrients upon germination. I tried and experiment the 3 methods : half or full strength and when the seeds started to sprout or even when true leaves are set. There is no much difference. To me is more for convenience and what works best for you. I hope this helps! Keep growing!🌱🙂
In addition, for one head of lettuce usually it can take up to 1.5-2Liters of nutrient solution up to harvest.🌱🙂
5 gallon how much liter
18.92 Liters
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perfect!
Hello very nice video. What if I have npk 20.20.20.... Then what will be the nutrient ratio plz explain.
I haven't tried it but I think It should work as long as it's water soluble. Also, it has a high Nitrogen value which is good for leafy vegetable.