Build A Hydroponic System With Rubbermaid Tubs

Clean out the inside of the tub then fill it with water.

Build a hydroponic system with rubbermaid tubs.

What you will need 1 rubbermaid 18 gallon tub used as a water reservoir. 1 can of black spray paint used to block the sunlight. Why pay heaps of money for a hydroponic system when you can build your own cheaply this easy diy hydroponic nft system. Fill the tub with nutrient solutions and place the lid on top.

Then put the lid on and insert the growing pot in the hole. Build your own hydroponic nft system. A blue rubbermaid tub or any other brand with an inside rim. The inside rim is important as the pvc tubing will rest on it.

Prepare your hydroponic nutrient solution according to instructions. Only the bottom half inch should be immersed in the solution. 1 2 inch pvc tube 4 pieces 1 2 inch pvc tube 90 degrees angles. 6 or 8 empty yoghurt pots a 24 hour timer.

I am putting together a large self watering container as a give away for an upcoming presentation i am doing for the joplin seed and plant exchange so i thou. Fill the rubbermaid tub with your hydroponic nutrient solution mixed according to the instructions on the solutions container. Fill up the container almost to the top.