2 DIY Vertical Hydroponic Gardening Systems, How To Grow 168 Plants In A 6X10 Area

2 DIY Vertical Hydroponic Gardening Systems, How To Grow 168 Plants In A 6X10 Area;

Here are the two best Vertical Hydroponic Farm Gardening System Projects I have found so far.
Both are great ways to maximize your gardening area and are perfect for those of you that don't have a lot of space to grow.
Of course both save you money and time on working soil, weeding, watering, fertilizer and space.

DIY Vertical A-Frame Hydroponic Gardening System

DIY Vertical A-Frame Hydroponic Gardening System;

The perfect way to grow a large number of plants in a small area.
It also has the benefit of being labor saving - no weeds or soil to till etc.
This Hydroponic System sits on a 6'x10' foot print, it holds 168 plants and it can be easily moved or transported.

DIY Vertical A-Frame Hydroponic Garden System,
How To Grow 168 Plants In A 6 X 10 Area

How To Build A Vertical Hydroponic Farm DIY

How To Build A Vertical Hydroponic Garden Farm DIY;

A vertical hydroponic garden allows for high density yields and a shorter growth cycle.
It reduces resource consumption - water, fertilizer and space.
This makes it perfect for small living spaces.
It also has the benefit of being labor saving - no weeds or soil to till etc.
You will get a higher consistency of crops with great tasting results!

How To Build A Vertical Hydroponic Farm Garden DIY

How To Turn One Garlic Bulb Into Lots Of Garlic Bulbs

How To Turn One Garlic Bulb Into Lots Of Garlic Bulbs

Did you know that if you take one garlic bulb and pull off all the individual cloves, each one of these cloves will grow into a whole new garlic bulb?!
This is a great tip to save money on buying garlic at the store, plus it will be homegrown and fresh.
I love garlic and use it almost everyday so I will be using this trick for sure.
How To Turn One Garlic Bulb Into Lots Of Garlic Bulbs See Directions Here 

How To Build A Vertical Bottle Tower Garden DIY

How To Build Bottle Tower Gardens DIY

How To Build A Bottle Tower

How To Build A Vertical Bottle Tower Garden DIY

A great way to recycle and re-use those Plastic Bottles!
Stack them and create a bottle tower to grow your own vertical garden at home.
Perfect for herbs and leaf vegetables, not to mention very easy to maintain.
They are efficient and sustainable and can be installed against a wall of a house, fence or on a balcony.
Wonderful for people with limited space or those who are unable to garden!

How To Grow Tomato Plants In Buckets, Self-Watering

How To Grow Tomato Plants In Buckets, Self-Watering

You can never have enough fresh Tomatoes! Here is a wonderful self-watering Tomato bucket growing system.
All of the grow buckets are connected by a single gravity feed and flexible vinyl tubing that is fed by a float valve regulator in another bucket.
This creates the constant self-watering irrigation system and the best part is, it requires no electricity!
You can't go wrong creating this growing system and you will be enjoying an abundance of fresh tomatoes.
How To Grow Tomato Plants In Buckets See Tutorial Here

How To Make A Beehive In A Jar DIY

How To Make A Beehive In A Jar DIY:

I love this project and love the fact that you can watch the bees and see what is going on in there, so magnificent.

You will need:

1 – Piece of 2″ x 12″ x 6′ wood (cut 2 pieces for the sides to 22″)

1 – Piece of 2″ x 12″ x 6′ wood (cut 2 pieces for the front and back to 18″)

1 – Piece of 1″ x 1″ x 6′ wood (cut 2 pieces for the top frame left and right sides to 22″)

1 – Piece of 1″ x 1″ x 6′ wood (cut 2 pieces for the top frame front and back to 18″)

1 – Piece of thick plywood (cut to 16″ X 20″)

1 – Bottom beehive kit (for the bees to enter and exit)

12 – Big mouth quart sized jars (for honeycomb)

1 – Box of wood screws (size 1″ screws)

1 – Can of wood stain (use a dark wood stain of your choice)

Read more... How To Make A Beehive In A Jar DIY

How To Make A Beehive In A Jar DIY

How To Make A Wicking Barrel Or Bed, Self Watering Garden

How To Make A Wicking Barrel Or Bed, Self Watering Garden;

These beds or barrels work by the water wicking up through the soil from the base to feed the roots of the plants. 

Some roots will grow down to find the moisture in the base depending on the type of plant involved.

Wicking is an excellent "water wise" system of irrigation.

This system is great for keeping the garden watered during drought and is low maintenance even without drought.

How To Make A Wicking Barrel, Self Watering Garden

IBC Beds:
Plans on how to make an IBC wicking bed. You can make these wicking beds out of different materials if desired.

An easy & water efficient gardening system for veggies & herbs. 

A great way to maximize your food production is with a wicking bed vegetable garden.

How To Make A Wicking Bed, Self Watering Garden  

How To Build Your Own Pergola, 4 DIY Ideas and Tutorials

How To Build Your Own Pergola, 4 DIY Ideas and Tutorials;

Pergolas are a gorgeous and useful addition to any backyard, but could end up costing you thousands of dollars.
Pergolas can give off shade, be used as a plant growing frame, create more privacy or be decorated elegantly for those warm summer nights.
Building your own you can save money and you can even customize it to your own liking.

Here are 4 step-by-step How To Build Your Own Pergola guides so you can build your very own pergola this weekend!

How To Build The Perfect Pergola via TheGardenLove

 How to Build Your Own Amazing Pergola via BlessMyWeeds

How To Build Your Own Pergola DIY Tutorial via Mitre10

How To Build A Pergola Step By Step Tutorial via FamilyHandyman

How To Build A Raised Tank Garden Bed

How To Build A Raised Tank Garden Bed;

Tank Gardens are great when space in an issue and they also make a great decorative piece for your front or back yard.

Building a tank garden is easier then you think and you can grow just about anything in them including herbs, flowers, vegetables and more.
To fill your raised tank garden bed you will be using a layering technique to insure proper drainage and nutrients for your plants.
You will need: branches, mulch, grass clippings, newspaper and compost.

How To Build A Raised Tank Garden Bed

DIY Modular Sectional Seating With Free Plans

I absolutely love these plans from shanty2chic and I have been looking for something like this for a long time.

This DIY modular seating is made from wooden boards and cushions.

You can of-course customize your cushions to the pattern or color you desire.

There are also a variety of ways you can position your sections to create different looks or change around for different occasions.

You can choose to have single chairs with ottomans, have two sofas or a large beautiful corner piece.

DIY Modular Sectional Seating With Free Plans See Tutorial Here

How To Build A Vertical Hydroponic Farm DIY

How To Build A Vertical Hydroponic Farm DIY

A vertical hydroponic garden allows for high density yields and a shorter growth cycle.
It reduces resource consumption - water, fertilizer and space.
This makes it perfect for small living spaces.
It also has the benefit of being labor saving - no weeds or soil to till etc.
You will get a higher consistency of crops with great tasting results!

How To Build A Vertical Hydroponic Farm DIY

How To Build A Vertical Hydroponic Farm DIY, See Written Tutorial

DIY Project – Homemade Garden Markers Using Stones

Now how cute are these little guys.

They probably turned out better then mine would but I'm going to try it anyway and let the kids help.

Such a great idea and a cute addition to your garden, matches its surroundings and all it takes are some rocks and a few sharpies!

DIY Project, Homemade Garden Markers Using Stones, Seen on DIYnCrafts

DIY Easy Raised Garden Bed Instructions

Not only are these garden beds simple but they are inexpensive to make.

Who doesn't love gardening or fresh veggies for your recipes!

You will need: 2-12ft pieces of plank siding board, 12-14 ground stakes, a small sledge hammer and of course top soil.

Follow these Easy Raised Garden Bed Instructions to create your own Read Tutorial

How To Grow Your Own Lavender

Lavender not only has many uses but it smells absolutely beautiful and gives amazing colour to any garden.

It is wonderful in rock gardens and loves full sun locations.
Learn about the soil and care needed to grow Lavender and even how to harvest and store your it.

Here's a great starter guide on How To Grow Your Own Lavender, Read Tutorial Here

How To Grow 100 Pounds Of Potatoes In 4 Square Feet

How To Grow 100 Pounds Of Potatoes In 4 Square Feet;

This is a great solution for those of you with small gardening space but that still want to enjoy fresh organic vegetables.
You will need: 6 pieces of 2×6″ board, 1 piece of 2×2″ board, 96 2 and 1/2″ wood screws.
This project uses a layering technique.

How To Grow Garlic In Containers Indoors

How To Grow Garlic In Containers Indoors;

Follow these easy steps and you'll have a delicious seasoning within a couple of weeks, and full grown heads of garlic in a couple of months.

Step 1: Buy a garlic head Purchase a head of garlic from your local grocery store or nursery. Larger heads work best for growing indoors.

Step 2: Fill pot with soil Fill a large pot with enriched potting soil. Break the head of garlic apart, but don't peel the cloves. Plant several cloves at least six inches apart and two to three inches deep in the soil.

Step 3: Place pot in sunlight Place the pot in an area that gets plenty of direct sunlight.

Step 4: Maintain your cloves Water your cloves every few days over the next two weeks, but be careful not to over-water. If the soil feels dry to the touch, water is needed.

How To Grow Garlic In Containers Indoors

How To Build A 50 Dollar Greenhouse DIY Plans

How To Build A 50 Dollar Greenhouse DIY Plans;
Here is a less expensive alternative to buying a green house, you can make your own.
Building a green house doesn't need to be complicated, this is a basic design plan and it was made for only $50.
Try to find old materials that can be re-used to keep the cost down for this DIY project.
You will need: PVC pluming pipe, fence post, pressure treated wood, steel T fence post, SPF wood, screws, rebar, nylon wire ties, utility wire, staple gun, 6mm plastic and plywood.
How To Build A 50 Dollar Greenhouse DIY Plans See Tutorial Here

How To Grow Rice At Home From Seed

Here is a great step by step guide on how to grow rice at home from seed.
Have you ever considered growing grains in your garden? It's often over-looked as an option we are so involved in fruits and veggies but it is an option.
You will need a full-sun location and an average temperature of above 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
It is a little more time consuming especially when it's harvested but well worth it.
Rice originated in dry areas but over the years it has adapted to differing ecosystems making it easier to grow in your own garden.
How To Grow Rice At Home From Seed See Tutorial

How To Grow Your Own Blueberries In Containers

How To Grow Your Own Blueberries In Containers;

 Blueberries are my favorite super-food for smoothies and on top of yogurt or cereal.
They are very high in antioxidants and great for cancer prevention.
Different varieties grow in different climate zones but you can have fresh organic blueberries in your very own garden.
For blueberries to thrive, the soil must be well aerated, moist, high in humus and acidic.
Here are some more great Blueberry growing tips and tricks...

 How To Grow Your Own Blueberries In Containers

 

Straw Bale Gardening Beds Instructions

Straw Bale Gardening Beds Instructions
Straw Bale Gardening is cheap, easy and not much work at all.
Straw is the perfect container for growing vegetables and plants.
Straw is tubed shaped so it sucks up and holds moisture, straw also heats up and helps to promote root growth, both are very beneficial for the perfect plants.
Not to mention when the straw starts to decompose it provides wonderful nutrients to the plants!
You can construct a straw bale garden basically anywhere that gets at least six hours of sun daily. Yes, even on concrete.
Straw Bale Gardening Beds Instructions See Directions

DIY Pallet Pyramid Garden Planter

DIY Pallet Pyramid Garden Planter
This gorgeous pyramid planter takes about 2 hours to make but is simple enough for a beginner.
It is very cheap to make as you can re-use pallets instead of purchasing new wood.
The only tools required are a square, pencil, electric/cordless drill and suitable spade end drill bit, and a tenon saw; although a chisel and some sand paper would be useful for tidying up the slip joints.
DIY Pallet Pyramid Garden Planter See Tutorial