A wicking bed is a raised garden bed with a water reservoir at the bottom that ‘wicks’ water up through the soil to the plant roots. These beds use 50% less water, reducing the need to water every day, making these systems extremely resilient to drought.  With this season’s predicted El Nino dry summer, we are expanding the number of wicking beds at our site to grow food this season.  

Thanks to support from the Upper Harbour Local Board, some of the wicking beds will be available for local families who would like to care for one over summer.  Everyone is welcome and we look forward to connecting with our beautifully diverse community and learning from one another about different ways of growing, preparing, sharing and enjoying food.  Growing together is a wonderful way to build connections, share knowledge and celebrate the knowledge of our many cultures and traditions. 

We will run a series of repeat workshops covering how to set up and maintain these beds, with one workshop delivered in Mandarin (28 Oct). Book a workshop that suits you best.

All materials and plants will be provided as well as ongoing teaching support.   For more information email Judith at [email protected], or simply come along and join us. Bring hats, covered shoes, suncream and water bottle.