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Wicking Beds – FAQs
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Do you deliver and install the completed wicking bed, or do I need to buy something else?
Wickwell Gardens delivers and installs the entire garden bed and everything you will need (excluding what you are planting).
Where do you deliver to?
We deliver to all of NSW. The delivery fees are lower for people living in Sydney metro.
What products do you use?
We use 100% Australian food-grade products. We use Cypress Pine which is all natural with no treatments making it safe for fruit and veggie gardens.
What is a wicking bed?
A wicking bed is a self-watering garden system where plants draw moisture from a water reservoir below, reducing watering needs by up to 70% while promoting healthier growth. Perfect for water-wise gardening!
Which Fruit and Veg grow in Wicking Beds?
Nearly all common garden edibles thrive in wicking beds! Top performers include:
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Vegetables: Tomatoes, lettuce, kale, spinach, carrots, beetroot, capsicum, eggplant, zucchini
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Herbs: Basil, parsley, mint, coriander, thyme
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Fruits: Strawberries, dwarf citrus (in larger beds), passionfruit (with creeper)
Avoid deep-rooted plants like standard fruit trees or large pumpkins. The consistent moisture makes wicking beds ideal for juicy, fast-growing crops – especially in NSW climate!
Where can I buy wicking beds in Australia?
Wickwell Gardens crafts high-quality, chemical-free wicking beds with delivery across NSW. Our Slimline, Classic and Grand sizes suit every space, featuring self-watering efficiency and food-safe Cypress Pine construction.
How do wicking beds work to conserve water is urban gardens?
Wicking beds save water by using a built-in reservoir to deliver moisture directly to plant roots through capillary action—eliminating evaporation and runoff. Our premium wicking beds at Wickwell Gardens are designed for maximum efficiency, using up to 70% less water than traditional gardens while keeping plants consistently hydrated. For more details on their water-saving benefits
Why buy a wicking bed from Wickwell Gardens?
Choose Wickwell Gardens for Australia’s premium wicking beds—crafted from chemical-free Cypress and food-grade galvanised steel for safer, longer-lasting gardens. Our self-watering designs save up to 70% water, come in three versatile sizes (Slimline 0.4m to Grand 1.2m), and include stress-free NSW delivery & installation. Unlike big-box store kits, every bed is built to thrive in Aussie conditions.
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