AlboPepper - Drought Proof Urban Gardening | Improved: Self-watering SIP Raised Bed (Wicking Planter) Construction Tutorial & Tips @Albopepper | Uploaded June 2024 | Updated October 2024, 4 hours ago.
Although I've seen amazing results with my SIP raised bed, is it possible to make it even better? You'll see what happened to my self-watering planter after 9 growing seasons. And I'll show the new tips and tricks for this new and improved system!
00:00 - Why Did I Need to Rebuild My Self-Watering Planter?
01:07 - Breaking Down My Old SIP Bed
01:53 - Where Did These Roots Come From???
02:31 - What Caused My Wicking Bed to Fail?
03:03 - Looking Inside The Drain Pipes After 9 Years
03:37 - Laying the Best Foundation For a Self-watering Planter
04:10 - Selecting the Best Wood for an SIP Raised Bed
04:40 - Upgrading the Overflow Tube for an Improved Seal
05:25 - How to Avoid Mosquitoes in a Wooden Wicking Planter
05:38 - How to Assemble a Self-watering SIP Box
06:04 - The Best Type of Liner for Sub-irrigated PLanter
06:30 - Extra Tips for Applying the Plastic Lining
07:23 - How to Install the Drain Pipe Reservoir
08:16 - Adding Potting Mix & Topping Off the Planter
08:45 - Drain Plugs? How to Empty the SIP Reservoir
09:33 - Lessons Learned After 9 Years
10:32 - How to Learn More About Self-watering SIP Raised Beds
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PRODUCT LINKS:
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Bulkhead Fittings:
► amzn.to/3Xjwo4U
Hose-to-Pipe Fittings (extension piece):
► amzn.to/3z0rxf3
1-3/8" Spade Drill Bit:
► amzn.to/45jgPMF
45 Mil EPDM Liner:
► amzn.to/3x7uNom
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BREAKING DOWN THE OLD SIP RAISED BED:
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I'm glad to report that even after 9 years, my self-watering planter has still been performing well. All of the inner pieces that make up the SIP were still in good working condition. I could have continued to use it for years if only the wood had remained intact. If you take steps to ensure the longevity of your wooden planter, then you should be able to enjoy a functional self-watering system that will last for years!
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NEW TIPS & TRICKS FOR SUCCESS:
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For this new upgraded SIP, I was able to include several new features that can help the system to work even better. And this will also help the raised bed to hold up for a much longer time. The first step is to set up a better base for the planter. This also makes it impossible for rodents to undermine the SIP. I also show the best kind of lumber to use if your SIP is wooden. I show how to keep the potting soil in check. And even how to avoid concerns over mosquitoes.
#Albopepper #DIY #SelfWatering #WickingBed #Irrigation #RaisedBedGardening #GardenDesign #WaterConservation #UrbanGardening
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B O O K ➝ amzn.to/447HJpt
W E B ➝ albopepper.com
F B ➝ facebook.com/albopepper
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Although I've seen amazing results with my SIP raised bed, is it possible to make it even better? You'll see what happened to my self-watering planter after 9 growing seasons. And I'll show the new tips and tricks for this new and improved system!
00:00 - Why Did I Need to Rebuild My Self-Watering Planter?
01:07 - Breaking Down My Old SIP Bed
01:53 - Where Did These Roots Come From???
02:31 - What Caused My Wicking Bed to Fail?
03:03 - Looking Inside The Drain Pipes After 9 Years
03:37 - Laying the Best Foundation For a Self-watering Planter
04:10 - Selecting the Best Wood for an SIP Raised Bed
04:40 - Upgrading the Overflow Tube for an Improved Seal
05:25 - How to Avoid Mosquitoes in a Wooden Wicking Planter
05:38 - How to Assemble a Self-watering SIP Box
06:04 - The Best Type of Liner for Sub-irrigated PLanter
06:30 - Extra Tips for Applying the Plastic Lining
07:23 - How to Install the Drain Pipe Reservoir
08:16 - Adding Potting Mix & Topping Off the Planter
08:45 - Drain Plugs? How to Empty the SIP Reservoir
09:33 - Lessons Learned After 9 Years
10:32 - How to Learn More About Self-watering SIP Raised Beds
====================
PRODUCT LINKS:
(# CommissionsEarned)
====================
Bulkhead Fittings:
► amzn.to/3Xjwo4U
Hose-to-Pipe Fittings (extension piece):
► amzn.to/3z0rxf3
1-3/8" Spade Drill Bit:
► amzn.to/45jgPMF
45 Mil EPDM Liner:
► amzn.to/3x7uNom
=====================================
BREAKING DOWN THE OLD SIP RAISED BED:
=====================================
I'm glad to report that even after 9 years, my self-watering planter has still been performing well. All of the inner pieces that make up the SIP were still in good working condition. I could have continued to use it for years if only the wood had remained intact. If you take steps to ensure the longevity of your wooden planter, then you should be able to enjoy a functional self-watering system that will last for years!
==============================
NEW TIPS & TRICKS FOR SUCCESS:
==============================
For this new upgraded SIP, I was able to include several new features that can help the system to work even better. And this will also help the raised bed to hold up for a much longer time. The first step is to set up a better base for the planter. This also makes it impossible for rodents to undermine the SIP. I also show the best kind of lumber to use if your SIP is wooden. I show how to keep the potting soil in check. And even how to avoid concerns over mosquitoes.
#Albopepper #DIY #SelfWatering #WickingBed #Irrigation #RaisedBedGardening #GardenDesign #WaterConservation #UrbanGardening
••••••••••••••••
SUPPORT:
••••••••••••••••
B O O K ➝ amzn.to/447HJpt
W E B ➝ albopepper.com
F B ➝ facebook.com/albopepper
I G ➝ instagram.com/albopepper
T E E S ➝ shop.spreadshirt.com/albopepper
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