There is also a description on how to make them using storage boxes as well...The big ones....if anyone is interested just do a google search...

I found a really great guide to making self watering containers( link at bottom of page.)
I'm planning on making some of these myself. Hope that helps.

Mini Moose

Here is a link that might be useful: Guide to DIY Earthboxes

I love the idea but I have a couple of questions:

First we have major mosquito problems here. . do you think that the water reservoir will be a haven for larva? Perhaps one of those mosquito pellets?

The other thing that concerns me is the cost of all the potting soil. Anyone have a really frugal way to fill the containers?

Thanks!

Annette

We don't have what I'd call a mosquito problem here, so you'll have to take my thoughts with a grain of salt, but I have 3 "real" EarthBoxes and have never had a problem with mosquitoes/larvae with them. Perhaps because the reservoir is mostly covered (just the overflow hole and the tube you pour the water down)?

I don't know what is in those mosquito pellets. Would it be safe for the plants?

I've seen the plans for the EarthBoxes made of storage boxes, but I was glad to find plans using something I could get for free rather than have to go out and buy storage boxes. :)

I like hte idea od using the gallon container too! they dont look as tacky :-)

oh goody goody! another project!