Budidaya Vertikultur Menggunakan Botol Bekas

Summary

This video introduces the technique of vertical gardening using recycled plastic bottles. It showcases how to set up a sustainable and aesthetic garden by reusing soda or mineral water bottles to grow short-rooted vegetables like spinach, kale, and pakcoy. The video covers all necessary steps, from preparing the planting medium and cutting the bottles, to assembling the vertical system, planting the seeds, and maintaining the garden with regular watering and fertilization. This method not only produces healthy organic vegetables but also helps recycle plastic waste, making it an eco-friendly and efficient gardening solution for small spaces.

Takeaways

• 😀 Vertical gardening using recycled plastic bottles is an eco-friendly and space-saving way to grow plants.
• 😀 This method is particularly suitable for growing short-rooted, quick-growing vegetables like spinach, kangkong, and pakcoy.
• 😀 You can use used plastic bottles (soda or water bottles) as planters, which helps reduce plastic waste.
• 😀 The planting media consists of a mix of soil, manure, and rice husk in equal parts, providing essential nutrients for the plants.
• 😀 Cutting the bottles to create rectangular openings and joining them with string or wire forms the vertical structure.
• 😀 Mark and drill holes on the sides of the bottles to connect them and allow water to flow between the layers.
• 😀 Fill the bottles with the planting medium and ensure it’s moist before planting the seeds.
• 😀 Water the plants regularly with a hand sprayer to ensure even moisture distribution.
• 😀 Fertilize the plants weekly with a 10-gram dose of NPK fertilizer dissolved in 200 ml of water.
• 😀 To maximize plant health, use a nutrient solution like AB Mix, especially since the media in vertical gardening lacks natural nutrients.
• 😀 Harvest leafy vegetables when they reach a height of 20-25 cm, typically 21-25 days after planting.

Q & A

What is vertical gardening and why is it becoming popular?

Vertical gardening is a method of growing plants upwards, rather than spreading them out, using structures like plastic bottles. It is popular because it allows people to grow plants in small spaces and provides an eco-friendly way to reuse plastic bottles, while also offering aesthetic value in urban environments.

What types of plants are suitable for vertical gardening with recycled bottles?

Plants with short life cycles and shallow roots, such as spinach, water spinach, mustard greens, and pakcoy, are ideal for vertical gardening in recycled bottles. These plants thrive in limited space and can grow well in the compact environment provided by the bottles.

What materials are needed to start a vertical garden using plastic bottles?

To start vertical gardening with recycled bottles, you'll need seeds or seedlings, used plastic bottles, scissors or cutters, a marker, string or twine, soil mix (combination of soil, compost, and rice husk), NPK fertilizer, and a watering can or hand sprayer.

How do you prepare the plastic bottles for vertical gardening?

Cut the plastic bottles to create rectangular holes on the sides, ensuring the holes are large enough to plant the seeds. Leave space on each side for connecting the bottles. After cutting, drill holes on both sides of the bottles, and use twine to connect them vertically, forming a stack.

What is the proper soil mixture for vertical gardening in recycled bottles?

A balanced soil mixture is essential for vertical gardening. The recommended mixture consists of equal parts soil, compost, and rice husk. This combination provides good drainage and enough nutrients for the plants to grow.

How do you care for plants in a vertical garden made from recycled bottles?

Proper care involves watering the plants twice a day—morning and evening—using a hand sprayer to ensure even distribution of water. Additionally, it's important to apply NPK fertilizer once a week and supplement the soil with liquid nutrient solutions for the plants.

When should you fertilize plants in a vertical garden, and how often?

Fertilization should begin one week after planting. Use 10 grams of NPK fertilizer dissolved in 200 ml of water. It should be applied to the base of the plants once a week to ensure healthy growth.

Why is watering important in vertical gardening, and how should it be done?

Watering is crucial because it keeps the soil moist and supports plant growth. It's recommended to water the plants twice daily. Using a hand sprayer helps distribute water evenly, ensuring the soil remains damp but not waterlogged.

What are some tips for applying nutrient solutions in vertical gardening?

Since the soil in recycled bottles cannot naturally supply all the nutrients the plants need, it's important to apply liquid nutrient solutions, such as AB Mix, specifically formulated for leafy vegetables. This should be done periodically to provide the plants with the necessary nutrients.

How do you know when to harvest vegetables grown in a vertical garden?

For leafy vegetables, harvest is typically done between 21-25 days after planting. The plants are ready to harvest when they reach a height of 20-25 cm. Harvesting can also be done based on the growth of the leaves, picking them as needed.