After walking into a worm’s way and seeing how amazing indoor horticulture is...I had to try. This is my first growing experience. I am unsure if my setup will actually work, because the stealth of the project is more critical than it being successful.
I am growing in a 45 gallon Tupperware box that has snap up seals on the sides (Mother gave it to me to organize my computer equipment). After finding other places for equipment to create the appearance of having put stuff in the box, I lined the box with aluminum foil to the point that it is lightproof, attached two white fluorescent tube lights on the upper sidings, and combined the cords so the only thing leaving the box is a small plug from a hole in the bottom corner. I placed the entire box in my closet and stacked some stuff on top and around it. I have a small fan behind my clothes plugged in ready to go for when I open the box to renew the air daily.
I germinated some seeds from a mid-grade ounce I bought a few months ago in a wet paper towel which I wrapped in aluminum foil and placed on top of an external hard drive I have running all the time. To my surprise it only took about 18 hours. I placed them 1/2 inch deep in small pots with 10-10-10 potting soil then watered them lightly to make the soil damp. I put the pots in my new setup and left the top open with the fan blowing on it while I came up with a solution to the co2 issue.
I have decided to use the brewery method, sodium bicarbonate in vinegar when I water them, and spraying seltzer water every third feed. In two 20oz bottles with pinholes in the cap I mixed a pack of dry yeast, sugar, and water. Sure enough...it’s bubbling. Also, to supplement more c02...I am going to drop some sodium bicarbonate in vinegar right before I seal it after watering. Hopefully the two methods together will create enough co2 for me to keep it sealed for periods of up to 24 hours or more if needed (Suggestions welcome). When I open the box to feed, I will check my brew and let the fan refresh my air for as long as available.
--Total supplies and cost TO ME-- (free = already had it)
Seeds: Had them.
Two florescent white tube lights: $30
Extension cord: $4
Soil: $5
Pots: free
45 gallon Tupperware: free
Tin foil: free
Yeast: 30 cents
20 oz bottles: free
Baking soda: free
Vinegar: free
Sugar: free
Seltzer water: Don't know...haven’t needed it yet.
Here are some pictures of my setup...PLEASE COMMENT so I may make adjustments accordingly before they begin growing...or dying (haha). Remember stealth is the most important factor, and I am looking for a successful grow, not the prettiest (although, I wouldn't mind).
~ slot
I am growing in a 45 gallon Tupperware box that has snap up seals on the sides (Mother gave it to me to organize my computer equipment). After finding other places for equipment to create the appearance of having put stuff in the box, I lined the box with aluminum foil to the point that it is lightproof, attached two white fluorescent tube lights on the upper sidings, and combined the cords so the only thing leaving the box is a small plug from a hole in the bottom corner. I placed the entire box in my closet and stacked some stuff on top and around it. I have a small fan behind my clothes plugged in ready to go for when I open the box to renew the air daily.
I germinated some seeds from a mid-grade ounce I bought a few months ago in a wet paper towel which I wrapped in aluminum foil and placed on top of an external hard drive I have running all the time. To my surprise it only took about 18 hours. I placed them 1/2 inch deep in small pots with 10-10-10 potting soil then watered them lightly to make the soil damp. I put the pots in my new setup and left the top open with the fan blowing on it while I came up with a solution to the co2 issue.
I have decided to use the brewery method, sodium bicarbonate in vinegar when I water them, and spraying seltzer water every third feed. In two 20oz bottles with pinholes in the cap I mixed a pack of dry yeast, sugar, and water. Sure enough...it’s bubbling. Also, to supplement more c02...I am going to drop some sodium bicarbonate in vinegar right before I seal it after watering. Hopefully the two methods together will create enough co2 for me to keep it sealed for periods of up to 24 hours or more if needed (Suggestions welcome). When I open the box to feed, I will check my brew and let the fan refresh my air for as long as available.
--Total supplies and cost TO ME-- (free = already had it)
Seeds: Had them.
Two florescent white tube lights: $30
Extension cord: $4
Soil: $5
Pots: free
45 gallon Tupperware: free
Tin foil: free
Yeast: 30 cents
20 oz bottles: free
Baking soda: free
Vinegar: free
Sugar: free
Seltzer water: Don't know...haven’t needed it yet.
Here are some pictures of my setup...PLEASE COMMENT so I may make adjustments accordingly before they begin growing...or dying (haha). Remember stealth is the most important factor, and I am looking for a successful grow, not the prettiest (although, I wouldn't mind).
~ slot