00:42
Brad Shaker talks about the inspiration behind his passion for rooftop vegetable gardening, originating from his mother's practice of growing vegetables wherever she lived.
02:08
He describes the construction of the troughs used for his rooftop garden, explaining how they are made from readily available materials and how they offer better water retention and less water usage than conventional methods.
03:09
Brad provides details on the soil composition for the garden, using coco peat mixed with cow dung manure, and explains why it's conducive to plant growth.
03:56
The importance of proper watering techniques is highlighted, including the use of a watering can and checking soil moisture before watering to avoid overwatering.
05:03
A view of the tomato plants in the garden, with Brad discussing the high yield and how the freshly picked tomatoes are shared with neighbors.
05:40
He introduces a natural pest control method, using neem oil pesticide diluted and sprayed on the plants every 15 days or more frequently when necessary.
06:19
Brad emphasizes spending at least an hour daily with the plants to monitor their growth and spot any potential pests.
06:40
Different varieties of vegetables are shown growing harmoniously in the same trough, including lettuce, cabbage, okra, and Ivy gourd.
07:16
The benefits of growing vegetables naturally are discussed, with emphasis on taste, nutrition, extended shelf life, and the absence of harmful chemicals.
08:27
Brad Shaker talks about the more productive plants in the garden, like bottle gourd and ridge gourd, and also mentions spinach and broad beans.
09:45
The wider impact on pollution reduction and decreased reliance on transportation is mentioned as an advantage of growing vegetables on one's own rooftop.
10:37
The freshness and immediacy of consuming vegetables picked the same day is highlighted as being closer to nature's intent.
11:04
Brad's ultimate message is about the benefits of consuming vegetables grown locally and naturally, as they are best suited for the climate and health of individuals living in that area.
