Ever wondered about the best way to water your succulents for optimal growth? Iโve got you covered with a unique experiment using the commercial mineral substrate, Lechuza Pon. I set up a side-by-side comparison using two identical pots filled with Lechuza Pon, each housing a moisture sensor at their core. One pot was watered conventionally from the top, while the other received its hydration from the bottom. ๐ฟ๐ง
Join me as I unveil the surprising results of this experiment, tracking the dynamic changes in moisture levels within each pot over time. Youโll witness firsthand how the top and bottom watering methods impact the succulentsโ growth and well-being.
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0:00 Intro
0:46 How do I water
1:43 Substrate preparation for the experiment
2:14 Measuring stand preparation
3:48 Top vs. Bottom Watering Experiment
6:46 Visual inspection: first results.
7:37 Results Graphs
9:14 ะกonclusions
โ ๏ธ Important Note About the Moisture Sensors Used in the Experiment โ ๏ธ
While these sensors are widely available and affordable, Iโve encountered a potential issue that I want to bring to your attention.
In the latest version of these sensors from a Chinese manufacturer, a resistor seems to have been omitted during production, resulting in a significantly reduced response from the sensor. Please watch this video before buying:
โน๏ธ While Lechuza Pon has been a reliable companion in my previous experiments, Iโve made a shift to using Vulcaponic as my primary mineral substrate. Vulcaponic offers a fantastic alternative thatโs not only similar in composition and performance but also comes with a cost advantage, especially when purchasing larger bags. The Video about it:
๐พ Raw data of the experiment:
๐ Graphs drawing with Python and matplotlib
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