How to Convert a 55 Gallon Barrel into a Self-Watering Container or Sub-Irrigated Planter.

Learn a great method for modifying a recycled 55 gallon barrel to more effectively water your container gardens. This method can be adapted to fit a variety of containers of all shapes and sizes. Barrel Talk - 0:30 Materials and Tools Needed - 4:38 Measure and Cut the Barrel: 7:38 Installing Drain Pipe and Fill Tube - 10:08 Adding the Lava Rock: 15:16 Adding the Wicking Material and Potting Mix 18:30 Resources: Kalil Bottling Co.: 931 S. Highland Avenue, 85719 (520) 624-1788 Self-Watering Containers and Sub-Irrigated Planters PowerPoint: www.southwestvictorygardens.com/s/Self-Watering-Co… The Sonoran Desert Grower - SIP Tek Model 150:    • The Sonoran Desert Grower SIP TEK Mod...   5 Gallon Bucket Self-Watering Container:    • How to make a self watering container