This is the best GreenStalk garden video I have seen for setting up your vertical garden. We have been doing a lot of research and appreciate the thought and effort you put into putting this video together. Thanks for sharing!
Glad it was helpful! Feel free to sign up for their newsletter using my link and you will be notified of sales. I upload many videos on my vertical garden, so be sure to subscribe to my channel too! lddy.no/3l75
I really enjoy using coir! I use it for my seed starting mix but it is cost prohibitive for me to use it in my garden beds. Seed starting mix video: ruclips.net/video/QK7Z-EbzFOc/видео.html Also, you may enjoy this article: theecologist.org/2013/jan/25/truth-about-peat-moss
Once again, a thorough demonstration of the greenstalk and how it works. Thank you. You are the only one I watch that uses their greenstalk effectively. Other channels that I watch rarely have anything growing in it. Thank you. My greenstalk is always in use. In the winter its pansies. All other times, its food or herbs. I bought another one this year for just flowers. I love my greenstalk.
In this video I show you the soil mix I enjoy using, however, you can use any bagged mix which is labeled for container gardening or potting mix. I have excellent results using the mix shown in the video. Each tier holds approximately 1 cubic foot of soil, which is almost 7 1/2 gallons. If you are planting starts with a large root ball (large seed potatoes, peppers/squash/tomatoes in 3 to 4 inch pots), the measurement in the video should work fine for you. HOWEVER, if you are planting seeds, I recommend using 8 gallons which is slightly over 1 cubic foot of soil. If you use the mix I show, please add approximately 2 2/3 cups MORE of each component (compost, vermiculite, peat moss) of the blend I show in the video. So 1/2 the 5 gallon bucket of each component PLUS 2 2/3 cups of each for each tier if you are planting seeds.
I’ve been curious about the green stalk for months. I’ve watched numerous videos and yours is the first one that’s helped me see clearly that it’s a good fit for me. Thank you for being so thorough and to the point! I will definitely be checking out your links 💚
Thank you so much for sharing all this information. I have my first Green Stalk and I really want to have a great experience, so I will be using your well practiced tips!!! Thanks!!!
Wonderful! Please subscribe to their newsletter using my link in the description area of this video and you will be notified of all the deals! Make sure to subscribe to my channel too as I have many more Greenstalk videos coming this year, Happy Gardening!
Wonderful! There are so many things you can grow. The new Leaf is on sale this weekend! The pockets are a bit smaller and are ideal for herbs like scallions and cilantro. I think Bok Choy would work great in it too! Use "rainbowgardens" to get additional $10 off too!
Hi, thank you for the mix recipe. I just ordered the new Leaf 7 tier which is smaller than original. Do you have recipe for mix amount per tier? I’ll order the vermiculite through your link and maybe compost. I have peat moss bale and also a compost pile but I don’t think it’s ready for prime time yet. Thank you!!! gino
Very helpful and good advice. I purchased my first Greenstalk and will be assembling and planting some this weekend. I've watched a lot of videos and IG posts on this but I really appreciate your video! thank you!
Thank you for this. This year we moved into a new house with beautiful big trees - but a lot of shade! So my full sun growing space is now pretty limited. This may be the year I finally try one of these out!
Wonderful! It's so much fun! If you sign up for the newsletter through my link in the description area, you'll be notified of sales. There is a sale this weekend but will not be another one until summer. Also, use my code, rainbowgardens, in addition to the sales price, to get $10 off a garden. I will receive a commission when you order through my link.
Perfect timing! My new Green Stalk is waiting to get dirty and, big plus, you're in the same Zone as me. I don't have a kiddie pool but I do have a plastic kiddies sled I've used to mix soil. I'm set and ready to go. :)
I am growing fingerling potatoes, carrots, basil, parsley, bell peppers, beans, two strawberries, and a winter squash in my greenstalk. I am in Michigan, so far it is super lush, growing great☺️
Your video has some really smart tips that I didn't see in some of the other videos about Greenstalks, so thank you very much. Mine will be located at the edge of a pergola, so I can use a super-inexpensive mosquito net to keep the squirrels from nibbling.
I LOVE you video !!! I just purchased a green stalk this year 2021 and you showed so many ideas ... I absolutely loved your video abs I thank you !!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Beta Alpha Cucumber is a F1 hybrid a parthenocarpic variety developed in Israel. So it doesn’t need pollinators. It’s a great tasting cucumber. I’ve been growing it in my garden for years.
Great video as always, so informative. 😁 I recently received my GreenStalk planter and am planning on growing bush beans this year. I shared a GreenStalk Unboxing on my channel. 🌱🙂
It’s easier to mix the soil in a large tarp, you just put all parts in (vermiculite,compost, and peat moss), and lift each corner so that it mixes the soil evenly, just lift each corner a couple times, this will ensures good mix.
Thanks ! I used to do it that way but it seemed harder for me without another person to help me along. I have really enjoyed using a wading pool because I use it for so many other things in the garden too. Did you see my video on it? ruclips.net/video/0QU-ho9LZPY/видео.html
New subscriber here from DFW area. I purchased my first green stalk and hoping to successfully begin gardening our greens veggies, etc. I’ll be watching your videos for tips, thank you for posting.
JUST IN TIME! I ordered the big bundle using your link and they are sitting in their boxes waiting for the right time to fill them. I am going to dedicate one of them to strawberries and one to green beans and one to peppers (hot and mild) and the last one to mixed items. This is a very timely video and I appreciate the tip for using the mover cap when filling. When I placed my order I couldn't find the bug net and frost cover but I will go back.
I checked with GreenStalk and they are redesigning the net and cover. They will now have a zipper and a warranty, also be made in the US! Look for them in about a month or two. Happy Gardening!
Thank your for your videos subscribed to your channel to learn more. I want to get a few of these for my garden. Really thorough good tips. Do you leave the soil in when you don't have plants in them
Excellent explanation of using the greenstalk. Quick question, do you reuse the old soil? Do you just add new mix to it? Last year was my first time gardening and DH made me a raised bed. I used bulk regular soil with bulk compost, should I refresh the soil? I can't pull out all the soil but I don't think it was a good mix. Not a bad first year but certainly not the best. Lol.
I like to refresh the soil every year. I particularly like using the vermiculite in it. I'm not sure if you saw my video on it but it is a wonderful soil additive. ruclips.net/video/EGYg7Ia80MM/видео.html
Question about the manure You’ve obviously been successful the website states do not use manures Would you mind to share if you’ve encountered any clogging issues
I am great full for this video! I bought my first ones this year so I'm a newbie. So you change your soil every year? I've seen where some just refresh with compost for a few years.
I grew my first garden in Greenstalks last year and I loved them and bought more. I’m getting ready to plant this year’s first seeds and I was wondering if you sanitize all the tiers every year when you refresh the soil? Also to sanitize would it be ok to just spray it with a 9-1 water-bleach solution and letting air dry? I had blight in one tier so I want to sanitize that one. Do I need to wait to plant after sanitizing? Thank you so much for all the info on greenstalks!! This is where I get all my info about them!
Wonderful! I hope you have signed up for the newsletter through my link too! I think that is a great idea to sanitize your tiers, especially if you've ever experienced a problem. I typically empty them and leave them empty in the sunlight for several hours and the UV light will do the trick too. I do this with all my containers. Of course, washing it with a solution sounds great too!
Where do you get your seed potatoes from? I usually buy from Walmart but they end up being tiny. I've saved a few russets one time from my fridge to chit. When growing them one rotted. I got a few good ones but not enough. Do you have a shop you prefer? Burpee is so expensive.
Please make sure you do thorough research on this subject before discounting the best soil additive the home gardener can use: theecologist.org/2013/jan/25/truth-about-peat-moss
I refresh the existing soil once a year because it gets compacted. Here is how I do it: ruclips.net/video/eddCrGb-qLo/видео.html If I just want to replant one pocket, here's how I do it: ruclips.net/video/c4MDJD1H_9U/видео.html
It's 1/3 of the mix, 2 1/2 gallons each per tier if you are planting something with a large root ball. If you are planting seeds, add about 8 gallons of mix total. So about 2 1/2 gallons each plus around 2 cups or so of each component. .
Great video as usual. You explain everything so well. Do you think celery would work in the Green Stalk? If so, how many would you put per pocket? Thank you in advance.
@@nancynahnigoh3550 I had trouble growing celery here in Idaho (Meridian). It ended up going to seed. I watched someone doing it hydroponically but that will be an experiment for another day. Hope you have a good growing season!
@@barbaradumler6503 I live at the hot climate year round , hello from Malaysia , try again growing don’t give up till you see a very good result , make some survey , I am good at growing chilly but I didn’t eat cos spicy just to see this beauty if someone want it I just give
@@nancynahnigoh3550 We have a short growing season. Our last frost is May 10th. We actually had snow today but it melted and the sun is out. I usually plant early and then cover everything. They make non hot versions of chilies that you may like.
@@barbaradumler6503 wow it is wonderful to have snow even it is very cold though, I watch one video she grow her parsley on the balcony , cos balcony is warm and you can add ultra light suitable for plants , you must search more video to successfully grow your parsley or coriander, I like chilly but cannot stand the spiciness taste , if I wanted to really addicted to it just take one small chilly add soy sauce and dip my dishes , it is so yummy , nice to chat with you have a nice growing veggies in container or on the ground , thank you
No worries! I've been growing fennel for 13 years and have never noticed problems. The only time I am concerned about "companion" planting is when there is a Black Walnut tree nearby as it will kill everything. I have experimented with companion planting and found most planting warnings to be myths. It was very freeing to not be concerned with it. Happy Gardening!
I purchase coarse vermiculite. There are 3 grades, fine, medium, and coarse. It's in short supply right now but I would try checking your local nurseries and " feed and seed" stores. Amazon was out the last time I checked.
First year using Mel's mix and had a question for you. I have access to a supply of medium grade vermiculite for almost free and was wondering if it could be used in place of the coarse grade? Thanks for your informative videos.
Hi! I am having a very difficult time finding vermiculite this year due to shortages. Any other time, I would say to only buy coarse or super coarse. However, in these uncertain times, I would recommend buying whatever grade of vermiculite you can find. Happy Gardening!
@@RainbowGardens I just order 12 cubic feet of the medium as I have a raised bed to fill as well and by the time the coarse becomes available in bulk I hope to already be planted. If I have any big issues with it I will let you know.
Yes, 1 part of each. This will yield 7 1/2 gallons of mix per tier. However, the tier actually holds 8 gallons total. Once you begin watering the mix, it will settle and you can add more mix if needed, (about 1/2 gallon). If I am planting something with a large root ball (like a flower from a 4 inch pot), I will not have room to add more soil. However, if I am planting from seeds, I will most likely need to add a little more soil when I plant my seeds. Make sure to fill the tier to the brim with soil.
Yes, often times I just add it to a 3 gallon watering can, however, watering each pocket individually ensures each pocket receives the correct amount of fertilizer. When I use more water than needed with a 3 gal water can (to force the water down through the drip system), I have to use more fertilizer and some is wasted when it drains out the tubing.
Hi, thank you for the mix recipe. I just ordered the new Leaf 7 tier which is smaller than original. Do you have recipe for mix amount per tier? I’ll order the vermiculite through your link and maybe compost. I have peat moss bale and also a compost pile but I don’t think it’s ready for prime time yet. Thank you!!! gino
I don't have the measurement for the Leaf, I just got one too! Love it! I made a lot of mix in a wading pool. filled up the Leaf, and used the extra mix in a container where I planted oregano which is a perennial in my zone (6b).
I know this is off topic but what color deck correct did you use? We’re going to paint our back deck and fri t porch this year and I really like the color you chose
Hello! im curious about rain! What do you do with the GreenStalk when there's rain? I just set mine up three days ago and its going to rain here soon--shall I put the GreenStalk under cover or bring inside? what do you do? thanks!!
There are 5 planting tiers in the one's I use. There is a watering reservoir at the very top where you pour water into the system and you do not plant in it.
@@RainbowGardens Thank you. I filled them with soil and then planted the strawberry roots and watered them in, but it left a big dip. I will add more soil.
Vermiculite is on back order until 4/29/22 from your recommended brand in the video so what alternative do I have? I'm planning on Lettuce from seed and strawberries from starts. Thanks. Love the great directions provided in the video and I'd like to have the same success.
I'm new to Green Stalk, so far I'm not impressed. I have filled and assembled per instructions. My problem is with watering. I have my stack on a transporter, when watering, I fill the reservoir to the mark required and too much water just flows out the drain tube or over flows the transporter, making a huge mess on my porch. What am I doing wrong?
What kind of soil are you using and how often are you watering? There is extension tubing on the website you can attach to the Mover so the excess water flows away from your porch.
@@RainbowGardens I'm using garden soil with compost mixed in. The soil is dry. The porch is enclosed so basically indoors. I have the entire system sitting in a tray, still the water flows through without soaking the soil.
@@ronsmith6233 It is very important to use a soil mix specifically for container gardening. These mixtures contain amendments to provide drainage such as perlite or vermiculite. I suggest not using a mix labeled "top soil or garden soil". It needs to say "potting or container" mix. The water should not only pass through the watering discs, but also through the pockets themselves and into the next tier. That may not be what you want to hear (sorry!), but if you get different soil, you will be much happier with the results. :) Also, can you explain to me the sun exposure your Greenstalk gets? Is it morning sun (east facing), all day (south facing), or afternoon (west facing)? Or very little sun (on the north side of your house)?
@@RainbowGardens The advertisement said nothing about having to buy special soil. After paying over $100 for a planter, I stand by my dissatisfaction with the product and marketing. I purchased four of these for my self and family members. If I could I would send them back. Thanks for your response.
@@ronsmith6233 I want you to be successful. I have tried many different methods of gardening over the past 15 years and this is , by far, the easiest. Don't give up. if you are a new gardener, then there will always be a learning curve. I encourage you to check out their website for more helpful information when using the vertical gardens: greenstalkgarden.com/guide-to-greenstalk/ Soil and sun exposure are the easiest things to correct in any garden. Did you find out your sun exposure?
I'll tell you my experience with Greenstalk. I ordered the 1st one as a leaf 5 tier. I got the base on wheels. Absolutely no issues with it. Then with coupon I ordered the original 5 tier. No base and it's level, has fallen over 2 times now. Excuse excuse excuse and they will send me a refund when I send it back! Are you kidding me? It's not top heavy, put together properly and it's planted with recommended mix. All I asked for was another base. Not willing and from the son-in-law of owner. So I'm telling everyone to not trust Greenstalk to do the right thing!
I have 9 Greenstalks and had only one fall over about 4 years ago. We had the remnants of a hurricane come through my area and one of my tiers was not seated correctly (like I show in this video), so it toppled over with the wind. Have you rechecked the seating of your tiers? That's usually the culprit. Check each one very closely to make sure they are snug.
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This is the best GreenStalk garden video I have seen for setting up your vertical garden. We have been doing a lot of research and appreciate the thought and effort you put into putting this video together. Thanks for sharing!
Glad it was helpful! Feel free to sign up for their newsletter using my link and you will be notified of sales. I upload many videos on my vertical garden, so be sure to subscribe to my channel too! lddy.no/3l75
We're using coir instead of peat moss. The supply of coir is essentially unlimited.
I really enjoy using coir! I use it for my seed starting mix but it is cost prohibitive for me to use it in my garden beds. Seed starting mix video: ruclips.net/video/QK7Z-EbzFOc/видео.html Also, you may enjoy this article: theecologist.org/2013/jan/25/truth-about-peat-moss
Once again, a thorough demonstration of the greenstalk and how it works. Thank you. You are the only one I watch that uses their greenstalk effectively. Other channels that I watch rarely have anything growing in it. Thank you. My greenstalk is always in use. In the winter its pansies. All other times, its food or herbs. I bought another one this year for just flowers. I love my greenstalk.
Thank you very much!
Great idea for the pansies in the winter.
In this video I show you the soil mix I enjoy using, however, you can use any bagged mix which is labeled for container gardening or potting mix. I have excellent results using the mix shown in the video. Each tier holds approximately 1 cubic foot of soil, which is almost 7 1/2 gallons. If you are planting starts with a large root ball (large seed potatoes, peppers/squash/tomatoes in 3 to 4 inch pots), the measurement in the video should work fine for you. HOWEVER, if you are planting seeds, I recommend using 8 gallons which is slightly over 1 cubic foot of soil. If you use the mix I show, please add approximately 2 2/3 cups MORE of each component (compost, vermiculite, peat moss) of the blend I show in the video. So 1/2 the 5 gallon bucket of each component PLUS 2 2/3 cups of each for each tier if you are planting seeds.
Great tip on plug and filling up additional layers 👍
I’m researching before purchase and this is the MOST helpful video I’ve come across. Can’t thank you enough!
Glad it was helpful!
Your voice is so soothing! I am planning to pick up a few of these. I have EarthBox also. I’m really excited I found these.
I have one for winter
Coming April 18, 2023, lids for the watering tray from Greenstalk! So excited!
Yay!
O r of the best green stalk videos I’ve ever watched. Your voice is so soothing. ❤
I’ve been curious about the green stalk for months. I’ve watched numerous videos and yours is the first one that’s helped me see clearly that it’s a good fit for me. Thank you for being so thorough and to the point! I will definitely be checking out your links 💚
Perfect timing! I have two GreenStalk’s that I got for Christmas and I’ve been a little intimidated to even open the boxes lol.
Wonderful!
I was too,the box sat in my apartment for months
THANK YOU, for this tutorial it's the best I've found on RUclips!
I have watched a ton of GreenStalk videos and this is by far the best! Great tips, thank you.
Awesome, thank you!
Thank you so much for sharing all this information. I have my first Green Stalk and I really want to have a great experience, so I will be using your well practiced tips!!! Thanks!!!
Love all your green stock videos, trying to learn and enjoying. Love that voice
Thanks so much! You can do it!
Donna , thanks for this great video! I’m sending it to 2 loved ones that are using it for the first time. You are such a GREAT teacher!
Perfect tutorial! You answered every question I had. I’ll happily use your link to purchase. Thank you!!
Thank you so much.
Most informative video I've found. My Green Stalk is awaiting dirt (so needs to lift for me). This is gonna be great.
Wonderful! Please subscribe to their newsletter using my link in the description area of this video and you will be notified of all the deals! Make sure to subscribe to my channel too as I have many more Greenstalk videos coming this year, Happy Gardening!
Love my greenstalk. I’m having a hard time deciding what to plant in it and want to order a couple more 😀
Wonderful! There are so many things you can grow. The new Leaf is on sale this weekend! The pockets are a bit smaller and are ideal for herbs like scallions and cilantro. I think Bok Choy would work great in it too! Use "rainbowgardens" to get additional $10 off too!
Hi, thank you for the mix recipe. I just ordered the new Leaf 7 tier which is smaller than original. Do you have recipe for mix amount per tier? I’ll order the vermiculite through your link and maybe compost. I have peat moss bale and also a compost pile but I don’t think it’s ready for prime time yet. Thank you!!! gino
I will be using it for the time this year
Wonderful!
The best demo I've seen so far. I've seen many. Thank you!
Planting mine tomorrow. Thinking I will order another green one as it is just too pretty not to.
Wonderful! Check out my info in the description area for a discount.
Very helpful and good advice. I purchased my first Greenstalk and will be assembling and planting some this weekend. I've watched a lot of videos and IG posts on this but I really appreciate your video! thank you!
Glad it was helpful! I will be uploading more videos on the GS soon, so stay tuned!
Super helpful! This is my first year going to use a greenstalk
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this. This year we moved into a new house with beautiful big trees - but a lot of shade! So my full sun growing space is now pretty limited. This may be the year I finally try one of these out!
Wonderful! It's so much fun! If you sign up for the newsletter through my link in the description area, you'll be notified of sales. There is a sale this weekend but will not be another one until summer. Also, use my code, rainbowgardens, in addition to the sales price, to get $10 off a garden. I will receive a commission when you order through my link.
Perfect timing! My new Green Stalk is waiting to get dirty and, big plus, you're in the same Zone as me. I don't have a kiddie pool but I do have a plastic kiddies sled I've used to mix soil. I'm set and ready to go. :)
Thank you. I learned a lot from your video. Dirt mixture and the variety of plants that you can grow in these I had no idea.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you! Your experience so helps us! You too have a beautiful day!
Thank you!
I love how informative your videos are. I have learned so much on how and what to do with my green stalks. I just received my 3rd green stalk.
I thank you for a complete video with great tips and tricks. Looks like I need to drink a bottle of wine so I can plug the water path with my cork.
I am growing fingerling potatoes, carrots, basil, parsley, bell peppers, beans, two strawberries, and a winter squash in my greenstalk. I am in Michigan, so far it is super lush, growing great☺️
Love our greenstalks!
Thank you!
Your video has some really smart tips that I didn't see in some of the other videos about Greenstalks, so thank you very much. Mine will be located at the edge of a pergola, so I can use a super-inexpensive mosquito net to keep the squirrels from nibbling.
I love pergolas. Is yours on the sunny side? What are you going to grow?
I bought 2 recently and am still filling them in. Your video is really helpful and inspiring. Thank you. 😊
My Greenstalk has arrived, and this video has been SO helpful to help me plant this the first time Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
I LOVE you video !!! I just purchased a green stalk this year 2021 and you showed so many ideas ... I absolutely loved your video abs I thank you !!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Loved this review! Thank you!!
Thanks so much!
Beta Alpha Cucumber is a F1 hybrid a parthenocarpic variety developed in Israel. So it doesn’t need pollinators. It’s a great tasting cucumber. I’ve been growing it in my garden for years.
Completely impressed with your presentation. Gave me many ideas. This will enlighten many of my friends as well.
Thank you once again....
Such good information. Thanks for sharing.
Excellent video. Thanks for explaining this so thoroughly. Also, you have a very soothing voice.
Glad it was helpful!
Love your narration.
Thank you kindly!
Great video as always, so informative. 😁 I recently received my GreenStalk planter and am planning on growing bush beans this year. I shared a GreenStalk Unboxing on my channel. 🌱🙂
Wonderful!
It’s easier to mix the soil in a large tarp, you just put all parts in (vermiculite,compost, and peat moss), and lift each corner so that it mixes the soil evenly, just lift each corner a couple times, this will ensures good mix.
Thanks ! I used to do it that way but it seemed harder for me without another person to help me along. I have really enjoyed using a wading pool because I use it for so many other things in the garden too. Did you see my video on it? ruclips.net/video/0QU-ho9LZPY/видео.html
New subscriber here from DFW area. I purchased my first green stalk and hoping to successfully begin gardening our greens veggies, etc. I’ll be watching your videos for tips, thank you for posting.
Sure! i have many videos you may enjoy on my channel.
Thank you for a great and informative video! I'm a beginner and can't wait to get started with my stackable garden. Just subscribed:)
I'm curious what you think of the leaf planter, do you think its worth giving up some of the utility of the deeper pockets for more pockets?
JUST IN TIME! I ordered the big bundle using your link and they are sitting in their boxes waiting for the right time to fill them. I am going to dedicate one of them to strawberries and one to green beans and one to peppers (hot and mild) and the last one to mixed items. This is a very timely video and I appreciate the tip for using the mover cap when filling. When I placed my order I couldn't find the bug net and frost cover but I will go back.
I checked with GreenStalk and they are redesigning the net and cover. They will now have a zipper and a warranty, also be made in the US! Look for them in about a month or two. Happy Gardening!
@@RainbowGardens Thank you so much for checking on this. I was looking in the fabric stores to see if I could find something to do the job.
Hi Tammy! The bug and frost covers are now on preorder. They come with a 5 year guarantee too. You can check them out through my link : lddy.no/3l75
very well done video
Very helpful instruction. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank u for your video! ❤
Thank you as always, excellent tutorial!!!
Would love to have a tower garden but, they are not wide or long enough for the things I like to grow.
Grewhuge caulis and cabbage in mine this year as well as massive beetroot lettuce strawberry and kale and herbs, you might be surprised
This is really informative- thank you
You're very welcome!
Thank You!
So much information. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
So helpful, looking forward to using ours for the first time. Thanks so much and God bless!
What a great video!!
This is a good, informative video
Thank your for your videos subscribed to your channel to learn more. I want to get a few of these for my garden. Really thorough good tips. Do you leave the soil in when you don't have plants in them
I just uploaded a video on this subject. Thanks for watching.
As always great information.
Glad you think so!
Thank you for this
My pleasure!
Excellent video.
Thank you very much!
Excellent explanation of using the greenstalk.
Quick question, do you reuse the old soil? Do you just add new mix to it?
Last year was my first time gardening and DH made me a raised bed. I used bulk regular soil with bulk compost, should I refresh the soil? I can't pull out all the soil but I don't think it was a good mix. Not a bad first year but certainly not the best. Lol.
I like to refresh the soil every year. I particularly like using the vermiculite in it. I'm not sure if you saw my video on it but it is a wonderful soil additive. ruclips.net/video/EGYg7Ia80MM/видео.html
@@RainbowGardens thank you! I'll watch it.
Very nice video :)
Question about the manure
You’ve obviously been successful
the website states do not use manures
Would you mind to share if you’ve encountered any clogging issues
I am great full for this video! I bought my first ones this year so I'm a newbie. So you change your soil every year? I've seen where some just refresh with compost for a few years.
Your "Potato Harvest" link is attached to your Patty Pan Squash video.
Thank you so much! Will fix.
Nice ❤
Can you show how you grew watermelon in your greenstalk?
I grew my first garden in Greenstalks last year and I loved them and bought more. I’m getting ready to plant this year’s first seeds and I was wondering if you sanitize all the tiers every year when you refresh the soil? Also to sanitize would it be ok to just spray it with a 9-1 water-bleach solution and letting air dry? I had blight in one tier so I want to sanitize that one. Do I need to wait to plant after sanitizing? Thank you so much for all the info on greenstalks!! This is where I get all my info about them!
Wonderful! I hope you have signed up for the newsletter through my link too! I think that is a great idea to sanitize your tiers, especially if you've ever experienced a problem. I typically empty them and leave them empty in the sunlight for several hours and the UV light will do the trick too. I do this with all my containers. Of course, washing it with a solution sounds great too!
Where do you get your seed potatoes from? I usually buy from Walmart but they end up being tiny. I've saved a few russets one time from my fridge to chit. When growing them one rotted. I got a few good ones but not enough. Do you have a shop you prefer? Burpee is so expensive.
This video might help @ 13:00 ruclips.net/video/tuLyc4_J4vU/видео.html I get them from a "seed and feed" store.
Do you know if the 5-tier GreenStalk works for cabbage?
I grow a lot of Bok Choy in my greenstalks.
It takes a hundred years for a peat moss bog to grow back to original state.
Please make sure you do thorough research on this subject before discounting the best soil additive the home gardener can use: theecologist.org/2013/jan/25/truth-about-peat-moss
Is it absolutely necessary to change out all the soil every time you replant?
I refresh the existing soil once a year because it gets compacted. Here is how I do it: ruclips.net/video/eddCrGb-qLo/видео.html If I just want to replant one pocket, here's how I do it: ruclips.net/video/c4MDJD1H_9U/видео.html
So you build your tower before you plant?
I didn't hear you say how much compost to add. Is it 1/3 or 2.5 gallons also?
It's 1/3 of the mix, 2 1/2 gallons each per tier if you are planting something with a large root ball. If you are planting seeds, add about 8 gallons of mix total. So about 2 1/2 gallons each plus around 2 cups or so of each component. .
@@RainbowGardens Thanks for the clarification!
Great video as usual. You explain everything so well. Do you think celery would work in the Green Stalk? If so, how many would you put per pocket? Thank you in advance.
You can grow anything in it , I answer for you cos I seen in one Video , she grow anything it it
@@nancynahnigoh3550 I had trouble growing celery here in Idaho (Meridian). It ended up going to seed. I watched someone doing it hydroponically but that will be an experiment for another day. Hope you have a good growing season!
@@barbaradumler6503 I live at the hot climate year round , hello from Malaysia , try again growing don’t give up till you see a very good result , make some survey , I am good at growing chilly but I didn’t eat cos spicy just to see this beauty if someone want it I just give
@@nancynahnigoh3550 We have a short growing season. Our last frost is May 10th. We actually had snow today but it melted and the sun is out. I usually plant early and then cover everything. They make non hot versions of chilies that you may like.
@@barbaradumler6503 wow it is wonderful to have snow even it is very cold though, I watch one video she grow her parsley on the balcony , cos balcony is warm and you can add ultra light suitable for plants , you must search more video to successfully grow your parsley or coriander, I like chilly but cannot stand the spiciness taste , if I wanted to really addicted to it just take one small chilly add soy sauce and dip my dishes , it is so yummy , nice to chat with you have a nice growing veggies in container or on the ground , thank you
Do you put one plant to each of the pockets when you plant cucumbers. I just purchased two of them this year so will be planting this summer
where did you get your seeds from for the green beans ? or did you grow from a plant ? thank you
Have you ever grown tomatoes in it?
What did you grow with your fennel? I keep reading that fennel shouldn’t be planted with anything.
No worries! I've been growing fennel for 13 years and have never noticed problems. The only time I am concerned about "companion" planting is when there is a Black Walnut tree nearby as it will kill everything. I have experimented with companion planting and found most planting warnings to be myths. It was very freeing to not be concerned with it. Happy Gardening!
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Do you have a link to your vermiculite? I like the chunky texture. Mine is so fine it looks like glitter.
I purchase coarse vermiculite. There are 3 grades, fine, medium, and coarse. It's in short supply right now but I would try checking your local nurseries and " feed and seed" stores. Amazon was out the last time I checked.
First year using Mel's mix and had a question for you. I have access to a supply of medium grade vermiculite for almost free and was wondering if it could be used in place of the coarse grade? Thanks for your informative videos.
Hi! I am having a very difficult time finding vermiculite this year due to shortages. Any other time, I would say to only buy coarse or super coarse. However, in these uncertain times, I would recommend buying whatever grade of vermiculite you can find. Happy Gardening!
@@RainbowGardens I just order 12 cubic feet of the medium as I have a raised bed to fill as well and by the time the coarse becomes available in bulk I hope to already be planted. If I have any big issues with it I will let you know.
You forgot to link the vermiculite 🙂
you didn’t show when you poured the compost. Is it a 1 : 1 : 1 ratio? So you did 2.5 gallons of each?
Yes, 1 part of each. This will yield 7 1/2 gallons of mix per tier. However, the tier actually holds 8 gallons total. Once you begin watering the mix, it will settle and you can add more mix if needed, (about 1/2 gallon). If I am planting something with a large root ball (like a flower from a 4 inch pot), I will not have room to add more soil. However, if I am planting from seeds, I will most likely need to add a little more soil when I plant my seeds. Make sure to fill the tier to the brim with soil.
@@RainbowGardens okay thank you. I keep reading all of these different articles. Gardening is tricky lol
Could you feed them from the top when watering?
Yes, often times I just add it to a 3 gallon watering can, however, watering each pocket individually ensures each pocket receives the correct amount of fertilizer. When I use more water than needed with a 3 gal water can (to force the water down through the drip system), I have to use more fertilizer and some is wasted when it drains out the tubing.
Hi, thank you for the mix recipe. I just ordered the new Leaf 7 tier which is smaller than original. Do you have recipe for mix amount per tier? I’ll order the vermiculite through your link and maybe compost. I have peat moss bale and also a compost pile but I don’t think it’s ready for prime time yet. Thank you!!! gino
I don't have the measurement for the Leaf, I just got one too! Love it! I made a lot of mix in a wading pool. filled up the Leaf, and used the extra mix in a container where I planted oregano which is a perennial in my zone (6b).
@@RainbowGardens Thank you!!!!!!
where can I find the plant tags?
I know this is off topic but what color deck correct did you use? We’re going to paint our back deck and fri t porch this year and I really like the color you chose
Thank you! I'm out and about right now but I'll see if I still have the info when I get home. I really like the color too.
@@RainbowGardens thanks so much!
The color I used is called New Cedar.
Hello! im curious about rain! What do you do with the GreenStalk when there's rain? I just set mine up three days ago and its going to rain here soon--shall I put the GreenStalk under cover or bring inside? what do you do? thanks!!
No worries! As long as you have a well draining soil mix, you will be fine. The best water for plants is rain.
can you plant things in the top section?
There are 5 planting tiers in the one's I use. There is a watering reservoir at the very top where you pour water into the system and you do not plant in it.
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Check the description area for more information. Thank you!
@@RainbowGardens im sorry im just on my phone n dont Know How but ty
Hi Donna. I am finally planting. Strawberries. Does the soil need to touch the watering disks on each layer or should there be a void under them?
Fill all the way. The soil will settle after a few waterings and into the summer.
@@RainbowGardens Thank you. I filled them with soil and then planted the strawberry roots and watered them in, but it left a big dip. I will add more soil.
Vermiculite is on back order until 4/29/22 from your recommended brand in the video so what alternative do I have? I'm planning on Lettuce from seed and strawberries from starts. Thanks. Love the great directions provided in the video and I'd like to have the same success.
Oh no!
Can you sell me some Worcestershire sauce please?
where are you from?
My videos are recorded in Western North Carolina
I'm new to Green Stalk, so far I'm not impressed. I have filled and assembled per instructions. My problem is with watering. I have my stack on a transporter, when watering, I fill the reservoir to the mark required and too much water just flows out the drain tube or over flows the transporter, making a huge mess on my porch. What am I doing wrong?
What kind of soil are you using and how often are you watering? There is extension tubing on the website you can attach to the Mover so the excess water flows away from your porch.
@@RainbowGardens I'm using garden soil with compost mixed in. The soil is dry. The porch is enclosed so basically indoors. I have the entire system sitting in a tray, still the water flows through without soaking the soil.
@@ronsmith6233 It is very important to use a soil mix specifically for container gardening. These mixtures contain amendments to provide drainage such as perlite or vermiculite. I suggest not using a mix labeled "top soil or garden soil". It needs to say "potting or container" mix. The water should not only pass through the watering discs, but also through the pockets themselves and into the next tier. That may not be what you want to hear (sorry!), but if you get different soil, you will be much happier with the results. :) Also, can you explain to me the sun exposure your Greenstalk gets? Is it morning sun (east facing), all day (south facing), or afternoon (west facing)? Or very little sun (on the north side of your house)?
@@RainbowGardens The advertisement said nothing about having to buy special soil. After paying over $100 for a planter, I stand by my dissatisfaction with the product and marketing. I purchased four of these for my self and family members. If I could I would send them back. Thanks for your response.
@@ronsmith6233 I want you to be successful. I have tried many different methods of gardening over the past 15 years and this is , by far, the easiest. Don't give up. if you are a new gardener, then there will always be a learning curve. I encourage you to check out their website for more helpful information when using the vertical gardens: greenstalkgarden.com/guide-to-greenstalk/ Soil and sun exposure are the easiest things to correct in any garden. Did you find out your sun exposure?
I'll tell you my experience with Greenstalk. I ordered the 1st one as a leaf 5 tier. I got the base on wheels. Absolutely no issues with it. Then with coupon I ordered the original 5 tier. No base and it's level, has fallen over 2 times now. Excuse excuse excuse and they will send me a refund when I send it back! Are you kidding me? It's not top heavy, put together properly and it's planted with recommended mix. All I asked for was another base. Not willing and from the son-in-law of owner. So I'm telling everyone to not trust Greenstalk to do the right thing!
I have 9 Greenstalks and had only one fall over about 4 years ago. We had the remnants of a hurricane come through my area and one of my tiers was not seated correctly (like I show in this video), so it toppled over with the wind. Have you rechecked the seating of your tiers? That's usually the culprit. Check each one very closely to make sure they are snug.
@@RainbowGardens well, kind of hard now? My other hasn’t had any issues. when this fell the 1st time we were vigilant.