Just a quick update on how the hydroponics is going. So today the system has been running for just under 2 weeks and I'm starting to see some good growth coming on. I would have like to seen this growth in the first week. I think the lack growth could be contributed to 2 things; … [Read more...] about Kratky’s Method of Hydroponics Update
In The Garden
Hydroponics – What is the Kratky Method, why I would use it and how to build one
What is the “Kratky Method” and why would I use it? I have a chosen to try the Hydroponic Kratky Method as a bit of an experiment and to see if it work as well as a lot of people report. I wanted to try this method as I like the idea of having something that I can keep by the … [Read more...] about Hydroponics – What is the Kratky Method, why I would use it and how to build one
Winter Crops – What I am planting and how I plan my garden
Summer crops are coming to an end and it’s time to start planning your winter crops and sowing. When I plan my garden, I primarily think about two 2 growing seasons - summer and winter. While some of these crops can be defined as autumn or spring crops, I generally only plant … [Read more...] about Winter Crops – What I am planting and how I plan my garden
Jobs for your Backyard Garden in March
Well, Autumn is here, the nights are starting to become cooler and days shorter As we leave the harsh heat of the summer behind us and it’s time to begin thinking of the cooler months to come, preparing our garden for the chilly nights and winter crops. Plant late summer crops - … [Read more...] about Jobs for your Backyard Garden in March
6 Ways to Boost Your Soil Quality
One of the most important ways to make sure you have great success in your backyard garden is to ensure you build a good quality soil, which is full of nutrients and life. In the south of Perth where I live the soil is very sandy, well-draining, and doesn’t hold on to much … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Boost Your Soil Quality