Its almost spring, which means its time to start planting.

Now is the perfect time tofix your gardenand plant flowers, vegetables, fruits, and herbs.

If your garden was a failure last year, maybe this year it will be better.

DIY Wicking Bucket Containers

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How about you try a wicking bed this time?

It provides the right amount of water to plants and you might save water!

Watch the video below for the full instructions and explanation.

Easy Wicking Bucket Containers Materials

You want to get very close to the bottom.

These holes will allow the water to come and go freely into the container without letting dirt in.

Cut it out using a blade.

How to Make Wicking Bucket Containers

Be careful when cutting it.

Step 3:

Cut the pipe into 20 inches then cut one end at a 45-degree angle.

ensure to remove any plastic shavings.

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Step 4:

Slide the 45 degree end onto the jug.

Step 5:

Measure 5 from the bucket then mark.

Drill a 1/2 hole onto the mark.

see to it any plastic shavings are out.

Step 6:

Place the jug with the pipe inside the bucket.

You want it close to the hole as possible.

Plant your plant and water it through the pipe.

DIY Wicking Bucket Containers