Making Small Self Watering (Wicking) Pots out of Plastic Cups

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[@Dimora]

Empty toilet paper rolls :) cut 4 vertical slits on one side and fold them into themselves. Fill with soil and seed. These are great for low-stress transplanting. Great tip on how to make these. Very useful for repurposing used plastic containers.

[@fificorina]

I think one of the youtubers you saw using those cups is me :) I am glad you like the idea, Elona loved it too. For the drainage holes I use a wood burning tool I bought from Lee Valley many years ago, has different sizes tips also use it to custom make my own orchid pots :)

[@couponcrazy6245]

Old post but still helpful! Thanks Bill! Looks super easy! Cost efficient too!

[@emmitstewart1921]

About five years ago, I bought two sleeves of black plastic 4 oz. soufflé cups on Amazon. There were 250 in a sleeve and I am still using the first sleeve. I have received many plants shipped in the clear ones, but I love the black ones because they keep the roots of my plants in the dark. In the past, I have also used the three oz. plastic bathroom cups with good results, but I like the black soufflé cups better. For rooting cuttings or violet leaves in water, I have some 4 oz. glass jars with plastic lids that I ordered online. I drilled a 1/2 in. hole in the center of each lid. This lets the stem reach down into the water, but holds the leaves up in the air.

[@PlantzNThings]

I love this! Great tips :) I love saving a little money too :) I might give these a try sometime. I like the idea of using the lid to prop up the cutting.

[@coradalton8024]

Very good inexpensive idea but Where is the next video on your self watering reservoir to complement the small wicking pot

[@LuckyNala]

I use this system with empty water bottles. works like a charm.

[@Orchidomania]

Always funny, silly, entertaining and informative :)

[@K5ATA]

Good video, and great idea. You are right, often there doesn't seem to be enough space. Subscribed.

[@christophermanabat1934]

I do something VERY similar except I use the full size solo cups. I use a larger cotton twine or about 5 of yours. I tie a knot to anchor it at the bottom and leave about 2inch if slack that I fluff up. Below I use a zigzagging 1inch PVC pipe with holes drilled into it. I stuff the twine into the PVC and use a small water pump to circulate water in the PVC. (Think if it as a hybrid NFT system). The excess water drains back into the water bin with the pump Like a NFT). I have the cups sitting shoulder to shoulder in a box with the piping. I leave the plants in the cup till they grow to full size. The flowing nutrients provide the nutrients (Compost tea brew added every 3 days). The cup is just big enough to fit the full size plant roots. I grow Full size Pac Choy in 1 month doing this. About 15 plants per 2Sq ft. I highly recommend it. If your interested to see my version LMK and I'll send you a pic of it.

[@cherylmartin3186]

Would like pic. LMK? [e-mail] - thx😃

[@alexandercapoccia4029]

Pic please !

[@alexandercapoccia4029]

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[@orchidsadutchy4940]

This looks very functional and practical! Let us know how it turns out :)

[@jerrellthieke87]

my god I love your videos. you have a refreshing passion for plants. keep it up.

[@PlantzNThings]

Thank you :)

[@whamjack7772]

lol

[@jeepgirlscozycrafts]

I reuse K-cup...hate tossing them out...

[@buttonsf3293]

Couldn't find the follow up video you mentioned for setting up the reservoir you mentioned at 6:39 Might be a good idea to put a link in the description

[@desertplantsofavalon]

Such a BRILLIANT idea and perfect for all the plant babies :-) such a helpful video thanks a million for sharing this Bill and sending heaps of love and tons of happiness from right across the Emerald Isle for a wonderful Sunday ahead XXXX

[@tinkertoyorki]

I use a woodburner.. Works great.

[@frenchiemum67]

What kind if base do you wick from? Can this be incorporated into a plastic bin greenhouse? Loved the vid!!

[@illselah]

Dude your voice is awesome lol

[@carolinehonse35]

I'm using 16 oz solo cups. Would you suggest using more than one wick...maybe 3?

[@frankcarew239]

No drill then use a hot soldering iron

[@JenniferBui]

What other wicks would you recommend if not cotton?

[@PlantzNThings]

you can use a nylon string.... you need to prime it with soapy water for maybe 20 minutes or so first... I guess it allows the wicking to happen easier.

[@JenniferBui]

thanks!

[@carolinehonse35]

I buy a string mop head refill which makes hundreds of wicks. Works great.

[@amitnowominski6970]

Any chance of getting a lithop and succulents update? Thanks.

[@jerrellthieke87]

can you use crochet yarn?

[@PlantzNThings]

you can... but keep in mind that when using natural fibers they break down over time... you will likely have to replace the string more often.

[@swiperfox3145]

nice "string theory"

[@adinmagat7180]

what is arsobia plant? does it bear fruit?

[@PlantzNThings]

Alsobia is related to an African Violet. it produces runners kind of like a strawberry plant. very interesting and pretty flowers

[@PlantzNThings]

sadly it doesn't bare fruit

[@tarangobarrel7725]

Some times when I don't have perlite I put small pieces of styrofoam. Is it me or does anyone else do this?

[@PlantzNThings]

That also really works well :)

[@MrMoody5252]

TOO MUCH TALKING

[@44043495]

Instead of talking too much for whole 8 minutes explaining the small red cup, you should at least put some plant soil inside the pot. I was waiting and waiting and then finally you made a hole in the cup and pushed a thread through., 😳😳that’s all !!