Backyard garden with self-watering planters

[IDIG]

This is my backyard garden , living in retirement village , all of backyard is paved so I have used GLOWPEAR self watering planters . 9 small planters on 3 tier bench , 3 large on paving mounted on wheels to move around to catch the sun . Also have espalier fig tree ( black Genoa ) now 4 years old , last season approx 50 figs 

Materials

Glowpear planters , 3 tier custom built stand 

Tools

Gardening small hand tools , potting soil , purchases from Bunnings

Espalier fig tree

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Steps

Step 1

3 tier stand custom built galv from shade house manufacturer , assembled with 9 planters . 3 large planters mounted on aluminium plate / casters to make them moveable plus espalier fig tree

[mich1972]

These are fantastic @IDIG, can I ask if those tiered planters at the back are easy to reach and work on ? 🌿💚😊

[EricL]

Hi @IDIG 

Those plants look very healthy despite the small space. Looking at the photos it seems that you've made good use of the available space. It must be relaxing in that area when everything is in full bloom. 

Thanks for sharing such a wonderful garden setup.

Eric

[IDIG]

Mich , I use 2 step stool , I usually grow slow growing Veg up top , spring onions , salad onions & coriander , Regards Don

[mich1972]

Hi Don , ok I wondered how you reached up. Love your edibles 🌿💚

[MitchellMc]

Hi @IDIG 

What a super-functional project you've completed there! Did you weld the tiered frame together yourself? Really nicely done and such an efficient use of space.

This would make an excellent entry into our 2023 project search for Australia's best D.I.Y. project, so I've entered it for you.

Well done, and many thanks for sharing!

Mitchell

[IDIG]

Mitchell , galv stand was custom made by shade house manufacturer , now not doing that product , come it kit the just fitted together with push in joints , no welding required. , Regards Don