May 2024 – Greenhouse Update

• Greenhouse Setup: Completed.
• Peas: Planted and string trellis installed.
• DWC System: Set up and cycling with cucumbers and tomatoes growing.
• Nutrients: Nutrients have been added to the DWC system since seedlings were established.

Fox Farm Grow Big Hydroponic Solution – https://foxfarm.com/product/grow-big-hydro-liquid-fertilizer/

Notes on Using Liquid Plant Food in DWC System

Initial Dilution (for new plants)

• Reasoning: To avoid nutrient burn for plants that have only had water.
• Strength: 1/4 of the recommended dosage.

Feeding Type	Amount per 5 Gal	Amount for 8 Buckets	mL	Fluid Ounces	Teaspoons	Cups
General (1/4)	2.5 tsp	20 tsp	98.4 mL	3.36 fl oz	20 tsp	0.42 cups
Heavy (1/4)	3.75 tsp	30 tsp	147.6 mL	5 fl oz	30 tsp	0.63 cups

Regular Feeding

• General Feeding (2 tsp/gal)

Feeding Type	Amount per 5 Gal	Amount for 8 Buckets	mL	Fluid Ounces	Teaspoons	Cups
General	10 tsp	80 tsp	394 mL	13.36 fl oz	80 tsp	1.67 cups

• Heavy Feeding (3 tsp/gal)

Feeding Type	Amount per 5 Gal	Amount for 8 Buckets	mL	Fluid Ounces	Teaspoons	Cups
Heavy	15 tsp	120 tsp	591 mL	20 fl oz	120 tsp	2.5 cups

Feeding Stages

• Initial Stage: Start with the initial dilution for the first few weeks.
• Growth Stage: Transition to general feeding as plants establish.
• Advanced Growth Stage: Use heavy feeding during peak growth periods.