by Ian Collins | Jan 29, 2023 | Garden Wicking, WaterUps
The effectiveness of growing cacti in a wicking bed has long been something we have wanted to explore. In 2022 we had a conversation with a cacti breeder about WaterUps and thought that we would test the limits of wicking to seeing what would happen if...
by Ian Collins | Sep 13, 2022 | Commercial Projects, Horticulture Projects, Landscape Projects
Angus Stewart, kangaroo paw and wicking beds In this article we explore tips for growing the best Kangaroo Paw from master breeder and horticulturalist, Angus Stewart. Wicking beds are excellent for growing edible plants, but they can also be used to great advantage...
by Ian Collins | Jul 24, 2022 | WaterUps Featured
Raised planter box range expands Waterups first introduced the square planter, the baby of our raised planter box range in 2021. The Square Plane has proven to be a major innovation for balcony, courtyards and small space gardening for a multitude of reasons, most...
by Ian Collins | Jul 16, 2022 | Raised beds, Soil
Understanding the impact of La Niña on your garden If you live on the eastern seaboard of Australia, thanks to La Niña you will probably have experienced some of the toughest garden growing conditions ever. Plants need water, but too much water can be just as bad as...
by Ian Collins | May 6, 2022 | School Gardens
School Veggie Garden – a case study Teaching children about gardening and growing their own food is a wonderfully rewarding activity, with numerous benefits such as learning critical life skills, engaging with the environment, and supporting physical and mental...
