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Tuesday, April 01, 2025
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thebbqguy
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Belleville MI
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I decided to hit up ChatGPT to explore whether it can help me improve upon last years tomato growing efforts. I gave it a list of ingredients and it recommended some suggestions as follows:
To grow giant tomatoes in a 30-gallon grow bag, you need a well-balanced soil mix.
Base Soil Mix (for structure, aeration, and water retention)
- 40% Organic Coconut Coir (12 gallons) – Retains moisture and improves aeration
- 30% Peat Moss (9 gallons) – Holds water and provides acidity balance
- 20% Perlite (6 gallons) – Enhances drainage and prevents compaction
- 10% Worm Castings (3 gallons) – Provides rich microbial life and slow-release nutrients
Nutrient Amendments (for growth and fruit production) (Mix evenly into the base soil)
- 1 cup Organic Kelp Meal – Provides trace minerals and growth hormones
- 1.5 cups Organic Fish Bone Meal – High in phosphorus for strong roots and fruiting
- 1 cup Organic Blood Meal – Adds nitrogen for vigorous plant growth
- 1/2 cup Mycorrhizae – Enhances root development and nutrient uptake
- 1 cup Gypsum – Supplies calcium and sulfur to prevent blossom-end rot
Additional Notes:
- After mixing, moisten the soil slightly before planting.
- Replenish nutrients every 4–6 weeks with compost tea or organic fertilizer.
- Monitor pH (aim for 6.2–6.8) and adjust with lime if needed.
I have no idea whether this is a good list in the right ratios, or if it will be better than some Miracle Grow above ground bed Mix, but it might be fun the do some comparisons.
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