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Vertical Hydroponic Tower Builds

The following content and build designs are by Chris Loh.

PVC Cutting Template is now available on Chris’s website https://clohofficial.com/ in the downloads section.

List of materials:

Charlotte Pipe PVC Pipe 4-in 10-ft
Charlotte Pipe 1/2-in x 10-ft
5-Gallon Plastic General Bucket
4.25-in Drain Cover
4 In. PVC Drain Cap
4-in x 4-in Dia Schedule 40 Coupling
1/2-in x 1/2-in dia Adapter Adapter PVC Fitting
4-in x 4-in Dia Schedule 40 Adapter
4-in x 4-in Dia Schedule 40 Adapter
Yokgrass 800GPH Submersible Pump(3000L/H)
Garden 50 Pack Lightweight Economy Net Pot Cups
Pure Coconut Coir Netted Pellets 42mm (100 pack)

Links to parts and templates can be found at https://clohofficial.com

IMPROVEMENTS & MULTI-TOWER UNIT

This is a follow-up video of his previous DIY hydroponics tower build.

PVC Cutting Template is now available on Chris’s website https://clohofficial.com/ in the downloads sections.

Parts List and Links:
1 – SDTC Tech 1/2″ 5 Way PVC Fitting Pipe Elbow Connector (4-pack) – $10.99 – https://amzn.to/3iggqGp
1 – GROWNEER 550GPH Submersible Pump 30W Ultra Quiet Fountain Water Pump – $17.77 – https://amzn.to/3AQ2LvY
1 – xGarden – Lightweight Economy Net Pots Cups (50 pack) – $10.95 – https://amzn.to/3ie5Yz6
1 – Pure Coconut Coir Netted Pellets 42mm (100 pack) – $33.09 – https://amzn.to/3EJOP87
1 – AeroGarden Liquid Nutrients (1 Liter) – $26.19 – https://amzn.to/3VtzEXb
3-5 (Depending on Build Height) Charlotte Pipe PVC Pipe 4-in 10-ft – $21.76/ea – https://low.es/2QbcLHs
1 – Charlotte Pipe 1/2-in x 10-ft – $5.82 – https://low.es/3OudSiv
4 – 4.25-in Drain Cover – $7.48/ea – https://low.es/3OhuLx0
5 – 4 In. PVC Drain Cap – $3.28/ea – https://low.es/2XZsorZ
4 – 1/2-in x 1/2-in dia Adapter Adapter PVC Fitting $0.72/ea – https://low.es/3OpYZxL
4 – 4-in Dia 90-Degree PVC Drain Elbow – $3.98/ea – https://low.es/3zN8UcC
1 – 4-in Dia 45-Degree PVC Wye – $7.98 – https://low.es/3xGZaOD
3 – 4″ PVC Tee, White – $6.48/ea – https://low.es/39Dedkc
4 – 1/2-in x 1/2-in dia 90-Degree Slip Elbow PVC Fitting – $0.67/ea – https://low.es/3HzUyye
1 – 2-in dia x 2-ft 280 Psi Schedule 40 White PVC Pipe – $13.15 – https://low.es/3OouDf9
1 – Fusion One 10-fl oz Clear PVC Cement and Primer – $14.28 – https://low.es/3O597fC
1 – Charlotte Pipe 4-in dia x Male Schedule 40 Plug – $5.84 – https://low.es/3xEwNAH
1 – Charlotte Pipe 4-in dia x Female Hub Schedule 40 Adapter – $9.86 – https://low.es/3tNfvA8

THIRD GENERATION

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Dutch Bucket Gardening


Dutch Bucket Gardening, also known as Bato Bucket Gardening, is a hydroponic growing method used for cultivating plants, particularly vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers. The system typically consists of individual containers or buckets filled with a growing medium, such as perlite or coconut coir, where plants are grown using a nutrient-rich water solution.

Here’s a basic overview of how Dutch Bucket Gardening works:

  1. Buckets/Containers: Each plant is placed in a separate container or bucket filled with a growing medium. These buckets usually have a reservoir at the bottom to hold the nutrient solution.
  2. Growing Medium: Instead of soil, a soilless growing medium like perlite, coconut coir, or a mix of these materials is used. This provides support for the plant roots and allows for good aeration.
  3. Nutrient Solution: Plants receive their nutrients through a continuous flow or periodic flooding of a nutrient-rich water solution. The nutrient solution contains essential minerals required for plant growth.
  4. Watering System: A drip irrigation system or a similar mechanism is commonly used to deliver the nutrient solution to each bucket. This ensures that plants receive a consistent and controlled supply of water and nutrients.
  5. Monitoring and Control: The system often includes monitoring devices such as pH and electrical conductivity (EC) meters to ensure that the nutrient levels are appropriate for plant growth.

Dutch Bucket Gardening is known for its efficiency in water and nutrient usage, as well as its suitability for growing a variety of crops in a controlled environment. It’s commonly used in greenhouse settings and allows for better control over growing conditions, making it popular among hydroponic enthusiasts and commercial growers.