Everest FernandezSciarid flies (aka fungus gnats) can be a real pest for indoor gardeners. Find out how the fungus gnat breeds and the damage these bugs (or rather, their larvae) can do to your plants. We discuss preventative and reactionary tips for pest control and eradication by targeting multiple lifecycle stages simultaneously. Three biological pest control methods are described as well as the use of botanical insecticides, miticides and nematicides—also physical techniques using diatomaceous earth and block covers.
Fungus Gnats - How To Get Rid of ThemEverest Fernandez2016-10-26 | Sciarid flies (aka fungus gnats) can be a real pest for indoor gardeners. Find out how the fungus gnat breeds and the damage these bugs (or rather, their larvae) can do to your plants. We discuss preventative and reactionary tips for pest control and eradication by targeting multiple lifecycle stages simultaneously. Three biological pest control methods are described as well as the use of botanical insecticides, miticides and nematicides—also physical techniques using diatomaceous earth and block covers.How to Clean your LED Grow Light (the RIGHT way!)Everest Fernandez2024-03-06 | We deep dive into how to clean and maintain your LED grow lights, debunking widespread misconceptions to prevent damage and extend the life of your diodes. Discover the professional techniques for eliminating dust, dander, and residue that compromise your grow light's efficiency.
Expert Insights: Gain valuable knowledge from multiple LED grow light manufacturers, ensuring your cleaning methods are approved and effective.
Step-by-Step Guide: Follow our detailed instructions to cleanse your grow lights safely and efficiently – protecting their output and extending their lifespan.
Product Recommendations: Learn about the best tools for the job, from air dusters to microfiber cloths, and the correct usage of isopropyl alcohol.
Preventive Measures: Understand how to maintain a cleaner grow room environment, reducing the frequency of deep cleaning sessions.
You will learn:
Why Regular Cleaning is Crucial: Uncover the dangers of dust and dirt accumulation on your grow lights and their impact on your indoor garden.
The Right vs. Wrong Cleaning Methods: Identify common cleaning errors to avoid and learn the correct techniques to safeguard your investment.
Material Selection: Discover why choosing the right cleaning materials is essential for protecting the delicate components of your LED grow lights.
Prevention Tips: Get practical advice on preventing dust buildup and ensuring a cleaner, more efficient grow room.
Extras:
I couldn't resist including a hilarious clip from one of my favorite movies: "Sexy Beast".
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Specific Clip Credit:
"Clip from 'Sexy Beast' (2000), directed by Jonathan Glazer, used under Fair Use for educational purposes and to enhance this tutorial's narrative."
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I highly recommend taking a look at this LED Grow Light Cleaning Guide published by grow light manufacturer, Fluence:
fluence-led.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/FLU-FixtureCleaning_072020-DIGITAL.pdf10 Reasons To Use Side Lights in Your Indoor Grow RoomEverest Fernandez2023-09-18 | This is just an introduction to side lighting with LED Light Bars. We explore ten grower benefits. In follow-up videos, we'll look at the how and what!Nutrient data-logging with Bluelabs Pro Controller—So Useful!Everest Fernandez2023-08-17 | Success is borne out of consistency, and there can't be any consistency without data! Fortunately, the Pro Controller has got everything covered—it doesn't just dose your nutrients, additives, and pH adjuster accurately, but it also keeps a full record so you can rinse and repeat! #bluelab #procontroller #bluelabprocontroller #dataloggingUsing Potassium Silicate and CalMag Supplements with Auto-DosingEverest Fernandez2023-08-16 | It's a good idea to dilute potassium silicate and calcium/magnesium stock solutions 1:1 with reverse osmosis water before linking them up to your auto-dosing equipment. Even though the amount of stock solution dosed on each dosing event is tiny, diluting 1:1 first with reverse osmosis water helps to maximize solubility in the feed solution.Using Bluelab Pro Controller—some Nitty Gritty!Everest Fernandez2023-08-15 | I almost feel guilty for how easy my indoor garden is to manage these days with this nutrient auto-dosing machine from Bluelab.Automatic nutrient dosing with the Bluelab PRO ControllerEverest Fernandez2023-08-14 | No more nutrient mixing or pH testing! I'm enjoying my life again after installing Bluelab's PRO Controller and letting it take care of my nutrient dosing and pH adjusting for me.Getting Started with Auto-Dosing Hydroponic Nutrients + pH Adjuster using the Bluelab PRO ControllerEverest Fernandez2023-08-11 | Experiences from my first 18-months with a hydroponic nutrient Auto-Dosing machine! My heartfelt thanks to the very, very cool people at Bluelab for being unbelievably patient with me while I took my sweet time to really get to know their Pro Controller.
If you have any questions or feedback, whack them in the comments or feel free to email me any time: just4growers@gmail.comWireless control for any LED grow light (turns your smartphone into a lighting controller)Everest Fernandez2023-05-16 | Review of the TELOS Growcast wireless grow light controller. This is a great way to retrofit wireless controllability into any 0-10V grow light (LED, DEHPS). I don't typically get on with devices with ancillary smartphone apps but I really enjoyed using the Growcast and will continue to do so.
iLuminar iLogic8 FS+UV+FR (ePAR): iluminarlighting.com/ilogic8-led-fixtureLED Grow Lights: Independent Buying AdviceEverest Fernandez2022-08-01 | Here's my independent and sponsor-free guide on how to evaluate any LED grow light. This video is NOT about pushing you towards a certain brand or model but instead, giving you the knowledge you need to make your own informed buying decisions.
I've included some additional notes to supplement the video below. As always, any comments or questions welcome!
00:35 http://www.designlights.org 00:48 PPFD measurements are dependent on DISTANCE from light source. Some rogue manufacturers and resellers take PPFD unrealistically close to the light and try to pass these off as "PAR" measurements.
01:21 BPF is sometimes called PBF by some manufacturers (namely, EYE Hortilux). PBAR definitions can vary slightly.
08:45 TELOS MESH teloslighting.co.uk/meshBETTER Seedlings GuideEverest Fernandez2020-05-18 | Improve your indoor seedling propagation skills. I cover sowing seeds, germination and care for seedlings in the propagator. We use a coco coir / coco fiber / pith and perlite seedling mix and add beneficial biology and some organic powder nutrients to help our plant starts get off to the best possible propagation period. Advice also given for starting seedlings in soilless mixes. I use both UV-enhanced T5 fluorescent propagation grow lights and LEDs and compare the output of both.
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HOUSE and GARDEN Algen (Kelp Extract): tinyurl.com/ybujoh3oFluence SPYDRx Plus LED Grow Light ReviewEverest Fernandez2018-02-16 | SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL! Buy through our buddies at Growers House:
I test a commercial LED grow light fixture in my basement. Note that it's a 660W fixture (not 860W as stated in the graphics at 0:34)Hugo vs. UnislabEverest Fernandez2018-01-19 | SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL!
A quick comparison between the Grodan Hugo 6" block and the Grodan Unislab. What are the pros and cons of each stonewool product?5 Grow Tent Environment ProblemsEverest Fernandez2017-12-15 | SUPPORT this channel by buying through our friends at Growers House!
Common environmental issues for indoor growers using grow tents and how to fix them: Too cold, Too hot, low humidity, high humidity and running out of vertical space.LED Grow Lights: You Have Options!Everest Fernandez2017-11-03 | LED grow lights vary considerably in power, efficiency and usage. I show a wide range of fixtures from robust and very powerful to high-end, super efficient.Pruning Tactics for Bigger Yields IndoorsEverest Fernandez2017-10-06 | Topping, lollipopping, cleaning-up — watch how you can help your plants to exploit the light characteristics of your grow light fixtures with these simple and easy pruning techniques.ATTN: Grodan GrowersEverest Fernandez2017-09-28 | Looking to get a great deal on GRODAN? Buy from our buddies at Growers House and you SUPPORT HIS CHANNEL too!
If you are a hydroponic grower using any Grodan product then you need to watch this—right now. Well, okay, not immediately but make sure you do it before you next pre-soak your next batch of A-OK starter plugs, Unislabs, Delta blocks, Hugos or Big Mamas, okay?Grow Lights: Infrared 101Everest Fernandez2017-09-12 | What is infrared (IR) radiation? Which grow lights emit infrared and is it a good thing or a bad thing for your plants? We look of the best and most popular grow light technologies: LEDs, HPS, DE-HPS and try to understand how radiant heat (near infrared) could be interacting with your plants to affect crop quality and performance—and also how reflectors absorb and re-emit IR.
Hellion DE-HPS US / Canada Direct Sales: Call 1-844 202 5666Hydroponics Indoor Grow Room: 10 Daily TasksEverest Fernandez2017-08-10 | Step into your grow room. Now what? These are the ten things I look out for every day when I visit my hydroponics indoor garden.Cool Basement Grow Room Upgrades — New LED Grow LightsEverest Fernandez2017-08-06 | I'm only half way through my basement grow room upgrades but a weather emergency forced me to start using it earlier than I wanted! Ah well, it's a good time to review my new gear and tell you about my plans.Stop Growing (Start Budding and Flowering!)Everest Fernandez2017-07-21 | Many novice growers inadvertently over-veg their plants, resulting in botanical BEASTS that are too big to flower efficiently indoors under grow lights. Turns out, this rookie mistake can catch out the best of us! Lol. :)Grow Light Hotspots and Light UniformityEverest Fernandez2017-07-14 | LIGHTING PLANNING TOOL: goo.gl/qbKmqw
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How to calculate your target photosynthetic photon flux density PPFD in micromoles from your chosen plant species' daily light integral DLI (mol/day) and then look at ways of achieving your target light intensity, even in a short 12 hour photoperiod, using Adjustawings Hellion Double Ended 600 / 750W High Pressure Sodium HPS systems — showing the lighting intensity produced in a compound lighting plan with four fixtures in my grow room.VPD Too High?Everest Fernandez2017-07-10 | So you've taken your grow room's temperature, relative humidity and leaf temperature and calculated your VPD or vapor pressure deficit. Or perhaps you've checked a VPD chart and seen that your indoor garden's VPD is too high? Now what? This video is all about what a high VPD does to your plants and how you as a grower can respond.
Download VPD Spreadsheet: opennlabs.com/vpd/VPD_SPREADSHEET.xlsxHumidity 102: Vapor Pressure Deficit — VPD ChartEverest Fernandez2017-06-13 | Vapor pressure deficit explained in 5-ish minutes. What is VPD? How do you measure VPD in your grow room? What VPD range is good for propagation, vegetative and flowering? How are relative humidity, leaf temperature and air temperature combined into VPD and which units of pressure are used?
VPD Article: http://www.just4growers.com/stream/temperature-humidity-and-c02/vapor-pressure-deficit-the-hidden-force-on-your-plants.aspxNew 2000K HPS Spectrum LED Grow LightEverest Fernandez2017-06-02 | Introducing the second LED grow light to join the Just4Growers party — the Sun Par 2K Bloom LED by AgroLED. 300W passively cooled growlight with adjustable optics. I'm also running a Sun System AC/DE Fusion with a Digimax 1000W DE-HPS lamp dialled down to 600W.New 5000K Blue LED Grow LightEverest Fernandez2017-06-01 | Meet the latest addition to the team: an AgroLED® Sun Par™ 5,000°K LED growlight — it's driving some incredible growth on my incredibly lush plants growing in deep water culture hydroponics. Go take a look!T5 Fluorescents to LED Grow Light RetrofitEverest Fernandez2017-05-15 | ENJOY THE BEST PRICING AND SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL! Buy from our buddies at Growers House.
My first foray into LED grow lights begins with swapping out my old T5 fluorescent tubes with AgroLED iSunlight 41 watt 4 foot LED tubes. The difference to my propagation grow tent is clear—they run so much cooler so I don't have to extract so much, preserving the precious humidity inside the tent for my plants.
VPD Calculator: http://goo.gl/5bcyPJElectronic Ballasts — 8 Questions to AskEverest Fernandez2017-04-08 | E-ballasts, digital ballasts, double-ended electronic ballasts—what does it all mean? So many boxes, so many colors, wattages and brands on the market! In under four minutes you can get up to speed on the basics so you can make the right choice of ballast for your grow room.Growing in an Attic / Loft SpaceEverest Fernandez2017-03-31 | Is it a crazy idea to create an indoor garden grow room in your loft or attic? Probably—but that doesn't stop us trying! However, the space directly beneath the roof presents some extra environmental control challenges. Here are some things to consider for an attic grow room.Before You Buy a 1000W DE HPS Grow LightEverest Fernandez2017-03-25 | I argue the case for buying single ended and lower wattage grow lights over 1000W double ended HPS.Grow Tents - Buyers GuideEverest Fernandez2017-03-17 | Looking to invest in a grow tent? Check out this quick fire buyers' guide to grow tents and portable indoor gardens before you buy!All About Air PruningEverest Fernandez2017-02-16 | How to use air pruning to develop healthier, more vigorous young seedlings and cuttings destined for hydroponic growing systems.Winning at Organics—Growing Heavy Feeders to Full PotentialEverest Fernandez2017-01-20 | All the way from seed to consumption in less than five minutes? Oh yeah! I show you my go to potting mix for seedlings, potting on and top dressing and compost tea combo for powering into the bud phase with a pk boost—all with the queen of vegetables, broccoli! Now I know that I have you salivating! This video also serves as a quick how to grow broccoli growing guide.Hydroponics in 2017: LED Grow Lights and Nanoparticles!Everest Fernandez2017-01-03 | Happy new year to all you infinitely lovable subscribers. Here's a quick preview (more of a teaser really) of what I'll be getting up to in 2017 and my predictions for technological advancements in the home hobby hydroponics world. And yes—that finally includes LED grow lights.Hydroponics with Hydroton Expanded Clay BallsEverest Fernandez2016-12-23 | How can these little brown balls replace soil, or a peat-based potting mix? What sort of irrigation strategies work and why? We explain how to get the most out of hydroton (aka expanded clay pebbles / balls) in hydroponics.Choosing a Double-Ended ReflectorEverest Fernandez2016-12-19 | A reflector ready for DE HPS doesn't have to cost the earth and there are many options available—both air cooled and open styles. Here I take a look at a budget DE HPS option, commercial fixtures, and what to look out for when choosing an air-cooled DE HPS hood.Carbon Filters—5 Questions To AskEverest Fernandez2016-11-15 | SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL and ENJOY THE BEST PRICING! How? Buy through our buddies at Growers House.
One carbon filter looks pretty similar to the next so what should you look out for in terms of quality and performance? How long should a carbon filter be effective at removing odors from a grow room / indoor garden? What other uses do carbon filters have? What questions should I ask before I buy? It's all here folks.Cloning Plants—You Have Options!Everest Fernandez2016-11-10 | Taking cuttings (aka clones) from mother plants isn't complicated. We run through three different techniques—propagation plugs in a propagator, aerocloning and deep water cloning. I share a few general tips on cloning machine set-up and maintenance too.Is UV missing from your grow room?Everest Fernandez2016-10-19 | Ultra violet light lies just outside of the photosynthetically active radiation range but it can have a marked effect on plants, especially morphology. Here we introduce UV and its components (UVA, UVB, and UVC / UV-A, UV-B, UV-C) and how it can stimulate resin production / essential oils in species adapted to elevated UV conditions (i.e. plants native to the subtropics at higher altitudes). We also discuss related safety issues when working with artificial UV radiation sources.Air Circulation in the Indoor Garden / Grow RoomEverest Fernandez2016-10-04 | Do you have enough oscillating fans in your growroom? Everest explains the importance of circulating air around your indoor plants and gives examples of different air movers available.Grow Room Clean Out ChecklistEverest Fernandez2016-09-20 | Equipment: rubber gloves, washing up sponges, bleach, 35% strength hydrogen peroxide, a soft fabric cloth, a dustpan and brush, mop, bucket, hot water.
Empty your grow room or grow tent. You can keep lights and hanging stuff in place—but be sure to clear the floor. Grow trays, free standing fans, reservoirs, pumps, root balls of harvested plants, everything like that must go. Sweep any debris off the floor
Mop bleach solution: Add three quarters of a cup of strong bleach for every gallon of water—that’s 50 mils per liter.
Clean your reflectors, inside and out using a soft fabric cloth—not paper or abrasives. Use a 3% vinegar solution and rinse with distilled or reverse osmosis water to prevent calcium spots. Check for dust accumulation on top of your reflectors too, and use a standard window cleaning product to buff up the glass panels on air-cooled hoods. Verify that the ducting connections are secure. Consider the age of your lamps and whether they’re due for replacement. You can watch my video all about that here. Otherwise give them a wipe with a dry cloth.
Irrigation and growing systems. Hydrogen peroxide solution—2 parts water to 1 part 35% hydrogen peroxide.Top Dressing with Powdered Organic FertilizersEverest Fernandez2016-08-31 | What's the best way to add fertility to your organic plants when they're already established in their pots or in the ground? Answer: Top dress with organic powder nutrients! We show you which inputs to use, how much, how to apply organic top dressings, and how often.How Often Should You Replace High Pressure Sodium and Metal Halide Grow Lamps?Everest Fernandez2016-08-09 | Time to replace your lamps? SUPPORT this CHANNEL by buying through our buddies at Growers House! You’ll get the best pricing too!
We discuss spectral degradation and decreased output of HPS and MH grow lamps—why does the spectrum degrade and output diminish? How often should grow lamps be changed for optimal performance?All About Flushing (Leaching) with HydroponicsEverest Fernandez2016-08-03 | What do growers do when they flush their plants? Should you use pure water for the final flush or a flushing / clearing agent? How long should you flush for? Are some hydroponic growing media easier to flush than others? Do soil grown plants need flushing? How does flushing / leaching avoid toxicity build-ups / nutrient lock-out and improve the taste and flavor of your produce? Learn all about flushing in five minutes.Grow Lights: PAR vs Full SpectrumEverest Fernandez2016-07-25 | Which is more important? PAR (μmol) or spectral quality? We examine the characteristics of sunlight (solar radiation) and explore how plants have evolved to exploit this energy for photosynthesis. Finally, we look at how different grow light technologies have been developed to help indoor gardeners create the best quality artificial light for their indoor plants.Cloning 101Everest Fernandez2016-06-28 | Beginner's guide to taking cuttings (aka clones) using Rapid Rooters and Grodan A-OK starter plugs. We discuss lighting requirements, optimal environment for rooting, care and maintenance of cuttings, and transplanting to avoid shock.pH for Hydroponics 103Everest Fernandez2016-06-16 | So many questions. Hopefully some answers. What is pH actually a measure of? How do pH meters work? How should I take care of my pH meter? What types of acid are used to lower the pH of a hydroponic nutrient solution? What happens if I add the phosphoric or nitric acid first in a hydroponics reservoir?Create the Perfect Vegetative Period Indoors — 4 Minute GuideEverest Fernandez2016-05-26 | We're talking about the perfect vegetative period here—that is, building stems and leaves—rather than producing flawless fruits. However, every bumper harvest begins with a stress-free, vigorous vegetative period—we detail how to create the ideal growing environment indoors for your short-cycle, heavy fruiting annual plants.LEC 630 Grow Light ReviewEverest Fernandez2016-05-17 | SUPPORT this channel by buying through our friends at Growers House!
We check out the LEC 630 - a double ceramic metal halide fixture with integrated ballasts - over six months both as a vegetative growth light and a supplemental flowering light.All About PotsEverest Fernandez2016-05-06 | DOUBLE WHAMMY??? Get the BEST PRICES and SUPPORT this CHANNEL!