Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the instructions in this video are incorrect. They will end in failure. Tomatoes is 2 plants, planted in a single row pattern. Soil is never to be used. A potting mixture with NO dirt is correct. Fertilizer is not the only thing added to the Earthbox. You will also need dolomite. Fertilizer is buried in a trench dug by hand and the dolomite is added to it where plants are. That's just the 1st 60 seconds. Not sure how many other mistakes there are.
She said nothing about moistening the potting mix prior to placing it in the box or about putting the layer of dolomite. Those are important things to do. What's up with that?
The Earthbox Is great last year I grew corn in this box! No digging! This year tomatoes and broccoli. She does a lot of product endorsement. Is this a commercial channel?
The inventor/owner of Earthbox is a man named Blake who is actually from Illinois. There is an Earthbox research facility in Florida where there are 100's of fruits, vegetables, and even trees planted. I got this information when I called the 800 # to inquire about pricing. BTW Yardlover has a better price than Earthbox.
@concernedmom1964 In regards to pricing, you might wanna look closely. They are not better priced. I assume you are looking at the Garden Kit. EB does not sell this kit. Only EB alone or a ready to grow kit. Garden Kit is available only through dealers. It is ready grow WITHOUT the soil. Research facility is at
I just bought one of these with an Amazon gift card I received. I am really excited about trying the Earthbox this year. I have purchased from Yardlover before and received great products and customer service for a good price. I am going to buy some more Earthboxes from them because they have the best price.
An earth box costs about $55, and provides about 2.7 square feet of growing space. Making some allowance for consumables, that works out to about $18 per square foot, or about $750,000 dollars per acre. I would guess prime Illinois corn land goes for no more than $3,000 to $5,000 per acre, and includes free rain and sun. (OK, the Earthbox comes with wheels....) I just don't get the economics of this product, except as a toy.
i'm guessing chemically treated soil as well as pesticides leading to run offs that may contaminate water supplies will be more contained. also maybe plants won't have to spread out their roots very much to look for water. like drip irrigation, you are giving plants the needed amount of water without over or under watering, could be nice for arid climates. maybe plants will be less susceptible to disease and fungus. these are just guesses.
@kiravintio There is no leeching or run off. EB is made from a food quality virgin polypropylene. Planting style and number is based on plants root system. The aeration screen creates a layer of air between water and soil, eliminates root rot. Water is "wicked" up therefor the roots never have to search for water. Dolomite prevents ailments such as blossom end rot. There are products on website to help with pests or other ailments, if needed.
It contains a resevoir for water...plants that don't dry out, don't get stressed, and grow non stop....plus, it helps keep slugs off...there are some benefits....I like your math though....but I think it's apples and oranges of a comparisson
I agree that one needs to compare apples to apples. The EarthBox is not real estate. When was the last time you priced an 18" conventional clay pot? ($45) That's basically large enough for only one tomato plant, so buy two while you're at it.
For commercial farming, btw, EarthBoxes can be purchased in quantity at bulk prices. Farmers have an up front expense buying the EBs, but then they save money on irrigation, equipment, fertilizer, and they don't pollute the soil in the end.
BTW, the EarthBox was invented by a commercial farmer in Florida who lost his entire tomato crop when his farm was hit with 19" of rain in one season. Total crop wipeout. So he sought a method for growing above ground. The result was the EarthBox.
Therefore any "claims" made by the folks at EarthBox are based upon real science and upon actual experience on a massive commercial agricultural level.
Basically, there is a water reservoir in the bottom of the box that you occasionally add to, with a plastic screen that holds the soil on top. Two holes in the screen allows soil to serve as wicks to bring the water up into your box, as needed for the plant.... and there is a runoff slot right about where the plastic screen would sit inside the box. You water your watering hole occasionally, just until you start to get some runoff showing. That way you'll always have water, without overwatering.
The great thing is you CANNOT over water. Just put your hose in the tube, and when the reservoir is full water will run out the bottom of the planter. Easy!
When water starts pouring out the overflow hole, you're done watering. If you keep pouring water into the tube, and you're not paying attention, your feet will eventually get the message. ;-D
@Thomasjustagato The important thing to remember is that the reservoir does NOT need to be full. All that is required is that there is some water in it. Any amount, long as there is some.
Anne is a total fox!
TheBaconlaser 8 months ago 2
Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the instructions in this video are incorrect. They will end in failure. Tomatoes is 2 plants, planted in a single row pattern. Soil is never to be used. A potting mixture with NO dirt is correct. Fertilizer is not the only thing added to the Earthbox. You will also need dolomite. Fertilizer is buried in a trench dug by hand and the dolomite is added to it where plants are. That's just the 1st 60 seconds. Not sure how many other mistakes there are.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
whats the difference in the black one and the one your using in the video
middletonk 1 year ago
@middletonk The one in video is the black one. It is reversible with the other side being white. A feature used to help control temp inside box.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
She said nothing about moistening the potting mix prior to placing it in the box or about putting the layer of dolomite. Those are important things to do. What's up with that?
Jaylo1954 1 year ago
@Jaylo1954 Nor did she mention the wicking used and how important it is to PACK the back 2 corners with potting mixture.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
The Earthbox Is great last year I grew corn in this box! No digging! This year tomatoes and broccoli. She does a lot of product endorsement. Is this a commercial channel?
xxnoangelxx 1 year ago
whos the old guy in the back
miccboom 1 year ago
The inventor/owner of Earthbox is a man named Blake who is actually from Illinois. There is an Earthbox research facility in Florida where there are 100's of fruits, vegetables, and even trees planted. I got this information when I called the 800 # to inquire about pricing. BTW Yardlover has a better price than Earthbox.
concernedmom1964 2 years ago
@concernedmom1964 In regards to pricing, you might wanna look closely. They are not better priced. I assume you are looking at the Garden Kit. EB does not sell this kit. Only EB alone or a ready to grow kit. Garden Kit is available only through dealers. It is ready grow WITHOUT the soil. Research facility is at
1023 Ellenton Gillette Rd
Ellenton, FL
Blake Whisenant is inventor, very nice man.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
I just bought one of these with an Amazon gift card I received. I am really excited about trying the Earthbox this year. I have purchased from Yardlover before and received great products and customer service for a good price. I am going to buy some more Earthboxes from them because they have the best price.
concernedmom1964 2 years ago
I really like this method. So far I've seen really nice gardens with these...
Also when you plant the sprouts you don't have to cover the roots with soil?
auroral 2 years ago
An earth box costs about $55, and provides about 2.7 square feet of growing space. Making some allowance for consumables, that works out to about $18 per square foot, or about $750,000 dollars per acre. I would guess prime Illinois corn land goes for no more than $3,000 to $5,000 per acre, and includes free rain and sun. (OK, the Earthbox comes with wheels....) I just don't get the economics of this product, except as a toy.
platficker 2 years ago
i'm guessing chemically treated soil as well as pesticides leading to run offs that may contaminate water supplies will be more contained. also maybe plants won't have to spread out their roots very much to look for water. like drip irrigation, you are giving plants the needed amount of water without over or under watering, could be nice for arid climates. maybe plants will be less susceptible to disease and fungus. these are just guesses.
kiravintio 2 years ago
@kiravintio There is no leeching or run off. EB is made from a food quality virgin polypropylene. Planting style and number is based on plants root system. The aeration screen creates a layer of air between water and soil, eliminates root rot. Water is "wicked" up therefor the roots never have to search for water. Dolomite prevents ailments such as blossom end rot. There are products on website to help with pests or other ailments, if needed.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
It contains a resevoir for water...plants that don't dry out, don't get stressed, and grow non stop....plus, it helps keep slugs off...there are some benefits....I like your math though....but I think it's apples and oranges of a comparisson
impalapez 2 years ago
I agree that one needs to compare apples to apples. The EarthBox is not real estate. When was the last time you priced an 18" conventional clay pot? ($45) That's basically large enough for only one tomato plant, so buy two while you're at it.
For commercial farming, btw, EarthBoxes can be purchased in quantity at bulk prices. Farmers have an up front expense buying the EBs, but then they save money on irrigation, equipment, fertilizer, and they don't pollute the soil in the end.
MacSmiley 2 years ago
@MacSmiley
18" plastic pot fine for growing a tomato... 3 dollars craigslist...
CensorshipFTL 1 year ago
@CensorshipFTL 1 Earthbox, 2 tomato plants = 18'+ diameter. Try that with a plastic pot. LOL
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
BTW, the EarthBox was invented by a commercial farmer in Florida who lost his entire tomato crop when his farm was hit with 19" of rain in one season. Total crop wipeout. So he sought a method for growing above ground. The result was the EarthBox.
Therefore any "claims" made by the folks at EarthBox are based upon real science and upon actual experience on a massive commercial agricultural level.
MacSmiley 2 years ago
@MacSmiley Absolutely true. Bad deal for the farm that year. Good news for us. Now Whisenant Farms is completely covered with Earthboxes.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
How will i know that i over water my plants? how is the plant growing on dry soil ?
highrate9 3 years ago 2
Basically, there is a water reservoir in the bottom of the box that you occasionally add to, with a plastic screen that holds the soil on top. Two holes in the screen allows soil to serve as wicks to bring the water up into your box, as needed for the plant.... and there is a runoff slot right about where the plastic screen would sit inside the box. You water your watering hole occasionally, just until you start to get some runoff showing. That way you'll always have water, without overwatering.
sleeplesseye 2 years ago
@highrate9 You cant. There is an overflow hole on front of box.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago
thanks ann! How can you tell how much water to feed through the tube?
kimmarie801 3 years ago 2
The great thing is you CANNOT over water. Just put your hose in the tube, and when the reservoir is full water will run out the bottom of the planter. Easy!
yardlover 3 years ago
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glvedio 3 years ago
You didn't demonstrate how to add water. How can you tell when the reservoir is full?
Thomasjustagato 3 years ago
When water starts pouring out the overflow hole, you're done watering. If you keep pouring water into the tube, and you're not paying attention, your feet will eventually get the message. ;-D
MacSmiley 2 years ago
Thanks a lot for the comeback. I finally got one of these boxes and I really like it.
Thomasjustagato 2 years ago
@Thomasjustagato The important thing to remember is that the reservoir does NOT need to be full. All that is required is that there is some water in it. Any amount, long as there is some.
Earthboxguru 1 year ago