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Hydroponic Strawberries 🍓 | Removing Shade Cloth for Bigger Fall Harvests in the High Tunnel

Hydroponic strawberries in a high tunnel need plenty of light as fall ...

Hydroponic strawberries in a high tunnel need plenty of light as fall arrives! 🍓 Today Katy removes the shade cloth so our everbearing strawberries get the sunlight they need for ...bigger harvests. Learn why this step is critical for hydroponic strawberry production in September, plus tips on temperature, daily light needs, and extending the season.

In this video, we cover:
✅ Why shade cloth is great for summer but reduces yields in fall
✅ Best temperature range for hydroponic strawberries (60–80 °F daytime, cooler nights)
✅ How many hours of light strawberries need for strong production
✅ Daily Light Integral (DLI) goals for everbearing strawberries
✅ Why this year’s extreme heat reduced yields — and how to adapt
✅ Step-by-step shade cloth removal in the high tunnel

If you’re growing strawberries hydroponically or want to extend your harvest season, this video will show you how to set your plants up for success.

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0:00 – Introduction
Katy welcomes you into the high tunnel, setting the stage for why shade cloth plays such a big role in hydroponic strawberry production.

0:27 – Why Shade Cloth? Early Fall Removal Explained
Learn why shade cloth is critical for protecting strawberries during summer but must come off in early fall to keep hydroponic systems healthy and productive.

1:11 – Katy Removing the Shade Cloth
Watch Katy in action as she starts pulling shade cloth from the high tunnel—hands-on farm work that shows exactly how growers handle seasonal changes.

2:10 – What Makes Hydroponic Strawberries Really Grow
Discover the secrets to big, sweet hydroponic strawberries—nutrients, light, airflow, and why shade cloth timing matters for stronger yields.

2:51 – Untying Shade Cloth on the Other Side
Step-by-step demo of untying and releasing the shade cloth—essential tips for greenhouse and high tunnel maintenance.

4:11 – Production Numbers Down from Extreme Heat
Real talk on this season’s challenges: Katy shares how high summer temperatures reduced strawberry harvest numbers and how shade cloth factored in.

4:35 – Pulling Off the Shade Cloth
The big reveal! Katy removes the shade cloth completely, showing the strawberries ready for more light as fall approaches.

6:04 – Rolling Up Shade Cloth for Storage
Practical tips for keeping shade cloth clean, organized, and ready for reuse—save money and protect your gear for next season.

8:11 – Shade Cloth Recap & Strawberry Growing Tips
Final thoughts on why timing shade cloth removal matters, plus extra advice for boosting hydroponic strawberry success going into cooler months.Show More

BIG Bell Peppers & Fast-Growing Eggplants 🌶🍆 Backyard Garden Update

🌿 This season my colored bell peppers have been absolutely ...

👉 Backyard Fireplace Review 🔥 | Sunjoy 58” Outdoor Patio Upgrade (After Real Use)

Looking for the best outdoor fireplace? In this Sunjoy 58” backyard ...

Looking for the best outdoor fireplace? In this Sunjoy 58” backyard fireplace review, we test it after real use and show why it’s a cozy upgrade for any patio or ...backyard.

The Sunjoy 58-inch Outdoor Woodburning Fireplace with Log Holder isn’t just a statement piece — it’s built for real use. In this hands-on review, Katy walks you through the design, features, and performance of this beautiful backyard upgrade. From its powder-coated steel frame and large firebox to the built-in log storage and weather-resistant finish, this Sunjoy fireplace is made to last.

Watch as we assemble, test, and enjoy this outdoor fireplace in real life. You’ll see why it’s perfect for chilly evenings, backyard gatherings, and creating the ultimate cozy atmosphere.

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0:00 Intro – Sunjoy 58” Outdoor Fireplace Review
Why we chose this stylish woodburning patio fireplace for our backyard and what makes it a game-changer.

0:28 Unboxing & Packaging – Sunjoy Fireplace
First look at how the Sunjoy 58” Outdoor Fireplace arrives, from protective packaging to all the included parts.

0:45 Easy Assembly – Outdoor Fireplace Setup
Katy assembles the Sunjoy fireplace with pro tips for a faster, easier build at home.

1:17 Feature Walkthrough – Sunjoy Fireplace Design
Close-up look at the firebox, mesh doors, chimney, and the powder-coated steel finish that makes it backyard-ready.

1:56 Dual Wood Storage Areas – Backyard Convenience
See how the Sunjoy fireplace’s built-in log storage keeps your firewood neat, dry, and within reach.

2:07 Specs & Build Quality – Sunjoy Outdoor Heating
Full dimensions, materials, and why rust-resistant powder-coated steel is perfect for long-term outdoor use.

2:57 Lighting the Fire – Woodburning Patio Fireplace
Watch the Sunjoy fireplace in action with seasoned hardwood for a bright, warm, and inviting flame.

3:46 Performance After Multiple Fires – Durability Test
Our real-world review after several uses — no burn marks, no creosote, just reliable outdoor heating.

4:32 What We’ve Learned – Sunjoy Fireplace Tips
Helpful tips and tricks for getting the most from your Sunjoy 58” Outdoor Fireplace.

5:09 Best Wood to Burn – Outdoor Fireplace Fuel
The seasoned hardwoods that deliver the best burn, longest life, and most beautiful flames.Show More

DIY Chicken Coop Build 🐓 | FarmTek Chick-Inn Restoration & Backyard Chicken Setup

This DIY chicken coop build shows how we restored a FarmTek Chick-Inn ...

This DIY chicken coop build shows how we restored a FarmTek Chick-Inn into the perfect backyard chicken setup. Whether you’re building a chicken coop or restoring an old one, here’s ...everything we learned.

Upgrade your backyard with this DIY chicken coop build! In this video, we restore a FarmTek Chick-Inn chicken coop and show step-by-step how to set up the perfect home for your backyard chickens.

From repairing and painting to setup tips, this video is packed with chicken coop ideas, restoration tricks, and design upgrades you can use for your own homestead. Whether you’re building a chicken coop from scratch or restoring an old one, this project shows it all.

🐓 What You’ll See in This Video:

FarmTek Chick-Inn chicken coop restoration

Step-by-step chicken coop build process

Backyard chicken setup tips

How to restore and upgrade old chicken coops

💬 Do you call it a chicken coop or a chicken coup? Either way, this guide will help you build one right!

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0:00 - Introduction: Rebuilding the Chick-Inn Chicken Coop 🐔
Katy kicks off this DIY farm project, rebuilding our original chicken coop to house 32 broiler chicks.

0:27 - Finding Old Frame Parts in the Barn
We dig through the barn to find all the pieces of the old Chick-Inn frame — nothing like a good scavenger hunt!

1:15 - Sorting Pieces for Easy Assembly
Katy sorts all the frame parts into piles so the build can move fast once we start assembling.

1:36 - Rebuilding the Chicken Coop Frame from Scratch
Watch as Katy rebuilds the curved frame by hand — no pallet, no skid steer, just good old-fashioned farm grit.

3:25 - Installing the Predator-Proof Wire Screen
We wrap the lower walls with wire mesh to keep raccoons, foxes, and other pests away from the chicks.

3:56 - Framing the Main Door Opening
Katy double-checks her measurements and gets the main access door lined up for easy chick entry and exit.

5:31 - Tightening Up the Frame the Next Day
After a night of settling, we come back to reinforce the frame and make sure it's perfectly square and tight.

6:56 - Aligning the Tarp Over the Man Door
Katy installs the tarp support tubing around the man door before the big tarp goes on top.

8:16 - Painting the Coop Frame and Wire Fencing
Time to freshen it up! Katy paints the metal frame and fencing with silver aluminum paint to protect from rust.

8:43 - Laying Out the Old Tarp Cover
We unfold and inspect the original Chick-Inn tarp cover, checking for tears and preparing it for installation.

9:35 - Installing the Roof and Side Tarp Covers
With the ladder and some patience, Katy secures the tarp across the roof and sides — this is the weatherproofing layer.

12:11 - Securing the Roll-Up Side Wall
The roll-up wall gets its support tube slid into place, creating a flap that we can raise for airflow.

14:16 - Driving in the Ground Anchors for Security
Katy installs screw-in anchors using a hammer and stake to keep the coop from blowing away in storms.

14:45 - Spreading Straw and Wood Shavings for Bedding
We lay down straw, then top it with soft wood shavings to create a warm, dry, and cozy space for the chicks.

16:35 - Putting the Baby Chicks Into Their New Coop 🐥
The moment we’ve all waited for — meet the chicks! Katy gently moves them into their new Chick-Inn broiler coop.Show More

Hudson Farmers Market 2025 🌱 Fresh Produce & Farm Recipes

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👉 Hydroponic Eggplant Pollination & Pruning | Cucumber Harvest for Hudson Farmers Market

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Learn how to grow hydroponic eggplant with pollination and pruning tips! Katy shows how to use an electric toothbrush for eggplant pollination, prune suckers for maximum yield, ...and harvest fresh cucumbers for Hudson Farmers Market.

Hydroponic eggplants thrive when trained to 3–4 leaders, suckers removed, and flowers pollinated with a simple electric toothbrush. In this video Katy demonstrates pollination, pruning, trellising, and nutrient tips for maximum yield—perfect for greenhouse or high tunnel growers.

🌱 Learn:

How to pollinate eggplant flowers with a toothbrush

Why pruning suckers boosts fruit set

Ideal pH, EC, and temperature for hydroponic eggplant

Harvesting cucumbers + bringing produce to Hudson Farmers Market

👉 Don’t miss this week’s farm-fresh produce at Bradwood Farm’s booth at the Hudson Farmers Market!

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📖 Chapter Descriptions

0:00 Introduction | Harvest + Hydroponic Eggplant Tips
Katy kicks off with a quick harvest run and previews her favorite greenhouse project: hydroponic eggplants.

0:08 Picking English Cucumbers for Hudson Farmers Market
See how we harvest fresh, crisp English cucumbers that we’ll bring to Hudson Farmers Market this week.

0:44 Showing Off Healthy Hydroponic Eggplants
Katy shows the lush growth, flowers, and fruit set on our hydroponic eggplants in the greenhouse.

0:54 The Secret for Eggplant Success in Hydroponics
Discover why pollination and pruning are the keys to producing big, beautiful hydroponic eggplants.

1:03 Eggplant Tricks: Pollination & Pruning Explained
Learn how Katy uses an electric toothbrush to pollinate flowers and prune for better airflow and fruit set.

1:23 How to Train Hydroponic Eggplants (3–4 Leaders)
See how training eggplants to three or four main stems helps maximize yield and keeps plants manageable.

1:41 Removing Eggplant Suckers for Bigger Harvests
Katy demonstrates removing suckers from eggplants so energy goes to fruit production, not excess foliage.

2:14 Hydroponic Numbers You Need: pH & EC Tips
Dial in your hydroponic system with the right pH and EC levels for strong eggplant growth and fruiting.

3:35 Ideal Temperature & Growing Conditions for Eggplant
We share the best greenhouse temperature ranges to keep eggplants thriving and prevent blossom drop.

4:30 Troubleshooting Blossom Drop & Flower Issues
Tips for solving common eggplant flower problems caused by stress, pollination, or environmental shifts.

5:00 Harvesting Hydroponic Eggplants (Glossy & Firm)
Katy shows when eggplants are ready to harvest for best flavor and texture in your kitchen.

5:20 Wrapping Up + See You at Hudson Farmers Market
Closing thoughts, basket shots, and an invite to find us at Hudson Farmers Market this Saturday.Show More

Greenhouse Wet Wall Cleaning 🌱 Pressure Washer Demo

Keeping your greenhouse cool starts with clean wet wall pads! In this ...

Keeping your greenhouse cool starts with clean wet wall pads! In this video Katy shows how we pressure wash, flush, and maintain our cooling system using the Patoolio 4200 PSI ...power washer.”

“Over time, calcium, dirt, and grime build up on greenhouse wet wall pads, reducing airflow and cooling efficiency. Katy demonstrates how to deep clean the pads with a high-pressure washer, then flush the sump pump and gathering pipe to restore full performance.

This greenhouse maintenance routine is essential a few times each year to protect your plants and keep your cooling system running at 100%. The Patoolio 4200 PSI Electric Power Washer makes the job easier, blasting through tough buildup and leaving the pads looking brand new.

Whether you’re a home gardener, commercial grower, or just looking for greenhouse hacks, this tutorial shows the step-by-step process to keep your system in top shape.

✅ Watch to the end for our results and final thoughts on how the Patoolio pressure washer handled this project!

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0:00 Introduction
Welcome to Homegrown Passion! Today Katy shows how to clean and maintain greenhouse wet wall pads using the Patoolio 4200 PSI electric pressure washer.

0:21 Pressure Washer Unboxing
Unboxing the Patoolio 4200 PSI pressure washer — what comes in the box and first impressions before tackling the greenhouse wet wall.

0:54 Assembling the Pressure Washer
Step-by-step: connecting the hose, wand, and parts of the Patoolio power washer to get it ready for greenhouse cleaning.

2:25 Washing Greenhouse Wet Wall Pads
First pass with the pressure washer — watch the dirt, calcium, and grime blast off the greenhouse cooling pads instantly.

3:18 Deep Cleaning the Wet Wall
Multiple angles of Katy power washing the wet wall pads, showing the dramatic before-and-after cleaning results.

5:15 Pressure Washing the Concrete Floor
Using the Patoolio washer to clean the greenhouse concrete pad — removing algae, dirt, and buildup around the cooling system.

5:54 Weeks Later: Pipe Cleaning Needed
Follow-up maintenance: after pressure washing the pads, dirt and calcium collected in the system’s gathering pipe.

6:00 Cleaning the Greenhouse Pipe
Removing buildup from the bottom water collection pipe to restore greenhouse cooling efficiency.

6:35 Inspecting Wet Wall Pads
Taking off wet wall pad panels for inspection — checking for calcium buildup and ensuring airflow stays strong.

7:28 Flushing Pipe with Garden Hose
Running a hose through the collection pipe to flush grime back into the sump pump and out the discharge line.Show More

Fresh Strawberries 🍓 Harvest for Hudson Farmers Market

Join Katy for a fresh strawberry harvest at Bradwood Farm! These sweet ...

Katy Torches Weeds Around the Pool! 🔥 Satisfying Weed Control Hack

Katy takes on the weeds around our pool with a propane torch! 🔥 Watch ...

Hocking Hills Getaway 🌲 Hiking, E-Bikes & Ohio State Lodge Adventure

Join us in Ohio’s breathtaking Hocking Hills for a homestead getaway ...

Join us in Ohio’s breathtaking Hocking Hills for a homestead getaway filled with hiking trails, e-bike rides, a cozy lodge stay, zip lining, and nature escapes. 🌲 This trip is ...part of our “Nature Heals” series — where farm life meets adventure.

From stunning state park trails to relaxing lodge amenities, cocktails, and an unforgettable zip line experience, we show why Hocking Hills is the perfect place to recharge.

✨ What you’ll see in this video:

Hiking Ohio’s iconic Hocking Hills trails

Staying at the Hocking Hills State Park Lodge

Riding e-bikes through nature

Zip lining and adventure activities

Relaxing by the lodge, cocktails & dining

🌱 More from our homestead life:
👉 Hydroponic Spinach Success in Summer
👉 Hydroponic Melon Trellis Build

💚 Whether you’re growing food or growing a family, remember: you grow best when you’re well rested.

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📌 What’s in this video:
0:00 Arrival at Hocking Hills Lodge
0:12 Rainy Day Arrival 🌧️
0:19 Lodge Lobby Tour
0:43 Room Check-In & Lodge Pillow Tradition
1:03 Balcony View of Pool & Forest
1:22 Relaxing in the Room
1:37 Thunderstorm & Cozy Fire Pit
2:13 Hiking to Whispering Cave
2:34 Waterfall Magic 🌊
3:09 Hiking Back at Dusk
3:26 Exploring the Lodge Decks & Skylights
4:13 Cocktails & Dinner (Sushi + Dry Ice)
4:29 Morning Coffee on Balcony ☕
5:49 Hot Tub Morning
5:58 Patio & Overlook Views
6:28 Lunch & Antique Shops
6:48 Moonrise & Evening Fog 🌙
7:03 Sunrise & Departure
8:03 44-Mile Bike Ride 🚴‍♀️
9:00 Outro – Nature HealsShow More

Garlic Harvest with a Mini Excavator 🚜 | Fast & Easy Farm Hack!

We’re harvesting garlic the fast way — using our Bobcat 334 mini ...

Melon Support Bags That Save Your Crop! 🍈

Stop losing melons on trellises! These melon support bags act as a ...

Stop losing melons on trellises! These melon support bags act as a reusable hammock sling for heavy fruit—ideal for watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and cucumbers.

Protect your melons from vine breakage ...with these Watermelon Nets! In this video, I show you how to use them on a hydroponic trellis system to support cantaloupe, honeydew, cucumbers, squash, and more. The breathable mesh design allows airflow while keeping fruit securely supported, reducing stress on the vine and preventing premature drop. Perfect for vertical gardening and hydroponic growers looking for a simple, affordable solution.

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0:00 Intro: How to Support Melons on a Trellis
Learn why melon support bags are essential for vertical gardening and how they protect heavy fruit like watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew from vine breakage.

0:05 Melon Support Bags from Amazon
See the 100-pack reusable melon hammock bags from Amazon and why they’re perfect for hydroponic and trellis gardening setups.

0:29 Mesh Bag Features & Adjustable Tie Supports
Close look at the breathable mesh, drawstring ties, and reusable design that make these melon nets ideal for supporting heavy fruit.

0:42 How to Put a Support Bag on a Cantaloupe
Step-by-step demonstration of how to slide a cantaloupe into the bag and secure it to the trellis for safe, vertical growing.

1:32 Supporting Honeydew with Melon Hammock Bags
Watch how I use the same melon support bags to cradle honeydew melons, keeping them safe and supported until harvest.Show More

Hydroponic Strawberries 🍓 | Removing Shade Cloth for Bigger Fall Harvests in the High Tunnel

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