We use 3 net pots for strawberries so our holes are relatively close together.
Vinyl fence post hydroponics.
Line up the flower pot holes in the fence post and space evenly.
The main tower is 5 x 5 pvc fence post and there is 3 pvc pipe that holds the net pots diagonally into the tower the pump is an eco 264 pump on a timer that turns on every 15 minutes and runs for 15 minutes.
Place the flat cap on your workspace so the pyramid part is on top as though it were sitting on the post.
About 16 at home depot.
Poly vinyl chloride commonly abbreviated pvc is the third most widely produced polymer after polyethylene and polypropylene.
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Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil in a horizontal or vertical fashion where mineral nutrients are provided through the water.
This post features a low maintenance design for easy upkeep.
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First gather the 4 post piece you cut off the flat vinyl cap it s actually a slight pyramid shape both fittings you bought the water hose your drill and a pencil.
A fence post that you won t need to a fence post that you won t need to paint or stain.
Here s the steps to build your hydroponic nft system.
Pvc comes in two basic forms.
It is also used for bottles other non food packaging and cards such as.
Instead of running the water in through the cap want to go through the top.
Vinyl ranch rail line post.
Rigid sometimes abbreviated as rpvc and flexible.
The rigid form of pvc is used in construction for pipe and in profile applications such as doors and windows.
There are nine 2 3 4 openings spaced 5 apart.
Want to be able to disassemble for inspection and cleaning.
We invested in a hole bit for our drill just to make life easier.
Drill out the holes in the fence.
Each tube is made from a 4 x 4 by 6 vinyl fence post with two end caps.
It s easy to install with conventional tools.
Was going to use the painters tape on the pvc pipe going into the vinyl fence where the feed goes into the fence to tighten seal.
Start off by cutting your fence post in half.
That s the veranda 5 in.
Building an aeroponic vinyl fence post rig tonight.