Wicking Gardens

What is a wicking container?

A wicking container is a self-contained. method for growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. This container provides a built-in water reservoir that allows a plant to self-irrigate. The design is ideal for individuals who are new to gardening or have limited space but is also used by seasoned gardeners.

Wicking container instruction sheets

Wicking containers are easy to build and require just a few tools. To download instructional sheet for building wicking barrels or IBC totes click the links below:

IBC Tote instructions Click Here

55 Gallon Barrel instructions Click Here

Dr. Sunn's soil mixture

There are many mixes of good growing medium, this is mine. To get a copy of my mix Click Here.