How to build a DIY self-watering container gardening system for growing tomatoes.

by admin on November 29, 2012

In this DIY project, I will show you how to build a self-watering container for your vegetable gardening. You can visit my blog www.getforked.ca to see this project progress. There are many benefits to container gardening and this project takes it one step further. An internal reservoir allows the soil to naturally wick up water to the roots of the plant. Top gardening tips will tell you to never let your plants get too dry. with this system this is not a problem. This reservoir, combined with a weed shield, really reduces the maintenance needs of your outdoor growing. Planting a vegetable garden is rewarding when to get to eat the fruits of your labor, however, some planing can be tricky. Growing tomatoes and peppers can be a challenge but a self-watering planter such as the one I build here will make it a breeze. At the end of this video I will also show you how to plant and grow tomatoes in this system. One of my favourite aspects of this self-watering container gardening is that it is well suited for Off-grid project, as their is no need for power. This is an inexpensive project and you may have most of the materials you need on-site. Here is a list if you are going to start from scratch. Tools Drill and drill bits Hose cutter 7/8th hole saw Knife Parts: Zip ties Clear hose with ½ inch internal diameter ½ inch rubber grommet ½ inch 90 degree pressure fit irrigation connector 3, 5, or 7 gallon bucket and lid (in this case I used a 7 gallon bucket) 4 inch net pot (You

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MrGetitboy77 November 29, 2012 at 10:06 pm

So is this a water only, without added bytes.

xxdrew333xxx November 29, 2012 at 10:11 pm

so the water somehow moves up the soil and then drains back down? Don’t really get how this works.

joe niiggeerr November 29, 2012 at 10:58 pm

spade bit*

ThePocketGaming November 29, 2012 at 10:59 pm

By equal parts do you mean like ex: 1cup peat moss, 1cup perlite, 1cup compost?

ItsyFarm November 29, 2012 at 11:54 pm

Well Done!

georgezelenka November 30, 2012 at 12:07 am

Beautiful dog. Pity he doesn’t have opposing thumbs or he help ;)

pramit9 November 30, 2012 at 12:55 am

4:25 – That is one curious dog

Trevor Holland November 30, 2012 at 1:42 am

Cool…thanks for the reply!

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 2:05 am

thanks

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 2:33 am

Its all about the soil mix. Its to big and fluffy to fall in or gunk things up. The water gets dark but its not like mud. Its more like tea

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 3:09 am

;) Thanks

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 3:38 am

Thanks

Trevor Holland November 30, 2012 at 4:07 am

What’s stopping all of the soil from falling below the edges of that false bottom you made? Seems like it wouldn’t take long before your water reservoir is gunked up with mud.

Trevor Holland November 30, 2012 at 4:21 am

“Now we’re gonna get our hands dirty.”
*Has gloves on*

:P Great video!

sgtcannaboid November 30, 2012 at 5:16 am

Great job!

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 6:06 am

Thanks

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 6:51 am

thanks

mfhmonkey November 30, 2012 at 7:29 am

Totally cool I like it.

Scott Maher November 30, 2012 at 7:48 am

hey man, how do you not water from the top ?? Wont the tomato dry out ??

Scott Maher November 30, 2012 at 8:31 am

Friggin Brilliant !!

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 8:45 am

Thanks, we love her

Lisa Ellis November 30, 2012 at 9:27 am

love your french bulldog!!!

Robert Brennan November 30, 2012 at 9:34 am

Thanks, anytime

f1bernet November 30, 2012 at 10:33 am

I wasn’t sure wear you were going at first, but you came through in the end. Great concept, and video.

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