Simplifying Total Dissolved Solids | A Comprehensive Guide | TDS MADE EASY 💪🏼👍🏼 #ninjaorchids

#WhatisTDS #Whatisppm #TDSPPMmadesimple
This video tackles everything you need to know about TDS meters, making orchid care a breeze! Unraveling the Mystery of TDS:
Demystifying TDS: Learn what Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) are and how they impact your orchid's health.
The Perils of Excess Minerals: Discover how high TDS levels can lead to salt buildup and harm your orchid's roots.
The Power of Measurement: Explore how a TDS meter empowers you to assess water quality and prevent these problems.
Mastering Your TDS Meter:
Understanding Readings: Gain insights into interpreting parts per million (ppm) readings for optimal orchid care.
Choosing the Right Meter: Explore features like waterproofing and temperature gauges to find the perfect fit for you.
Calibration and Maintenance: Learn proper calibration techniques and discover how to keep your meter functioning accurately.
Putting it into Practice:
Testing Different Water Sources: See how tap water, RO water, and leached media water compare in terms of TDS levels.
The Importance of Baseline Measurement: Understand why establishing your water's baseline TDS is crucial for effective fertilization.
Fertilizing with Confidence: Learn how to adjust fertilizer application based on your water's TDS reading to avoid over-fertilization.
Bonus Content:
Visual Demonstration: Witness a live demonstration of TDS meter usage with various water sources.
Cleaning and Storage Tips: Discover best practices for maintaining your TDS meter for long-lasting accuracy.
The Road to Healthy Orchids: See how proper TDS management contributes to vibrant orchid growth.
Take the confusion out of orchid care! Watch now and unlock the secrets of using a TDS meter. Ensure optimal water quality, prevent salt buildup, and witness your orchids thrive with healthy roots!
#TDSmeter #orchidcare #waterquality #fertilizer #ppm #ROwater #saltbuildup #roothealth
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - What is TDS? What is PPM?
01:17 - What is TDS? Total Dissolved Solids
03:46 - What is TDS made of?
05:39 - How to find the amount of TDS PPM in your water
07:53 - Why is knowing your ppm content in your water important?
08:20 - Adding fertilizer and supplements to your water and TDS reading
10:44 - Comparing original water ppm with water that has fertilizer and supplements added
13:46 - What is my minimum and maximum ppm?
14:30 - Is water temperature important for TDS reading?
14:42 - How to care for TDS meter
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My environment:
Mediterranean climate, hot summers / mild winters
45% - 85% humidity, with regular airflow
Summer temperature range: 20ºC-35ºC
Winter temperature range, exterior: 5ºC-20ºC
Winter temperature range, interior: 16ºC-23ºC
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Music: Tribal War Council - Doug Maxwell / Media Right Productions
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Orchid growing supplies:
Media: Siro Leca, Lava Rock 2cm-4cm, Besgrow Sphagnum Moss, Perlite,
Seramis, Akadama
General PPM: 300 Summer, or in active growth
150 Winter, RO Water and KelpMax only
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Editing Software: iMovie

[andreaallum]

Very interesting video to talk about today glad I watched it now I know different types of water and a different things that goes on thanks for that see you soon and stay safe

[josejkoonthanam]

A theoretical session on the importance of the quality of water we use for our orchids. Thank you so much Nina for explaining these two terms very well with lot of examples.

[RareRootsOfJoyMelbourne]

This is an exceptional introductory tutorial for those just getting started on water condition whether it be for orchids, houseplants, fish tanks or whatever the application. Really good vid, Nina 👍🏼🌸💚

[annegustafson]

Thank you, for the great information. I don't know anything about ec and would welcome a video on that subject.💚

[backyardbutterfliesorchids]

Great video! Thank you for covering this topic ❤️

[TrishsOrchidLife]

I definitely have learned the importance of “clean” water the last couple of years. Although the house filter does bring my TDS from the tap to around 115-120 ppm I am happy that I now have the Zero filter so that I am starting with nada when adding supplements for the Chids. I have only been using the Zero Water filter for about a month so too soon to really judge if the Chids are benefiting… I have seen a difference in my houseplants which I think react more quickly to “good” water as the leaf tip die back on the “sensitive” plants ha diminished. Appreciate the time you took to out this together and clarifying the lingo

[FernandaNascimentoOrchids]

🦒💖😍!!! TDS is a very important tool in more ways than one as you elaborated so well. Once we get used to it, it becomes indispensable. After a while we also understand the need for 0 ppm. Ph comes next because it is all related. Isn't it amazing? For growing orchids we end up going into chemistry, geography, meteorology ... A very complete and enriching hobby. How fascinating it can be 😃. Winter is cooling down!!!! I hope it does not over do it and spoil it for us. It was cloudy all day yeaterday over here, hopefully we will see some sun today.
A sunny and warmish day to you, amiga mia 💖😍🤗

Ps. How are you feeling today? Are you taking anything to lower temperature down? Sending positive vibes with much love 💖💖💖

[anndebaldo]

Excellent! Very clear explanation! I use rain water with a TDS of about 10PPM max. I'm looking forward to your talk on pH as it relates to PPM – I know how critical pH is to the relative availability of nutrients and one of your excellent explanations on how it relates to the PPM in the water will be very helpful. Thanks again and yes! Stay safe!

[josephrapp]

My water is faucet=243 tds. So in order to keep it lower, I add distilled;this allows me to add low amts. fertilizer and keep tds below 350 for the most part.

[michaelmccarthy]

The one limitation to a TDS meter is you don't know "what" is in there, just that there are dissolved ions. And that limitation will not tell you if the ions in your tap are harmless or not, unfortunately. Unless you know the exact makeup of your water (in the US, if you are on a city line, this information is free), it is always best practice to use rain, R/O or distilled water. Then again, the lower the initial TDS, the more "good stuff" that can be added, which is an added benefit to not using tap. And that isn't to say you cannot use tap, but for those with hard (or acid) water, the pH of the nutrient solution may be needed (to come in part 2 I assume).
Well, the end of my warm winter comes this week, looks like we are destined for cooler than normal weather for at least a couple of weeks. And, of course, the warmth got plants going earlier than normal so the cold is ill timed. I have three Cattleya that are in bud a full two months ahead of schedule. My Den tortile has already begun spikes and four new growths. Hopefully we will not get colder than they are predicting or it could be bad.

[jjdawg]

Very good explanation! Of course there is a wrench that I rarely see discussed (Michael alluded to it) and that is of things things that are not salts like organic acids( e.g. tannic acids(tea) in things like bark and coco coir, citric in PH adjusters). Those also contribute greatly to TDS/PPM although not generally considered "salts". What I wonder is if all "PPM" is the same when it comes to orchid health? For instance do they tolerate PPM due to tannins better than they tolerate PPM due to mineral based fertilizer salts? In nature I assume they see more of the former and little of the later.
I do see a lot of people spending days/weeks trying to leach "salt" out of coco coir/chunks based on PPM when maybe they are actually measuring tannins. Salt is usually gone after a couple of good rinses with hot water. Tannins however can easily take weeks to leach out....hmmm. Anyways I have no answers on that one yet

[david]

we are very lucky here in melbourne australia our tap water is only 30ppm and yes i would love a video on ec vs ppm i do ppm but heard ec is more accurate

[verabentley]

Really enjoying your videos. Have you done one for PH readings? I can't seem to find it. Thank you so much.😊