WaterUps is a modern innovation inspired by an age-old wisdom: the art of WICKING.
Manufactured with care in Australia, our solutions are designed to revolutionise URBAN GREENING and FOOD GARDENING.
By choosing WaterUps, you're not just nurturing your garden; you're embracing a future where water conservation and plant health go hand in hand.
Discover everything from mobile wicking planters, to complete food garden setups and advanced modular sub-irrigation wicking systems.
WaterUps was founded by Ian Collins and Vince Hunt in 2015. Our focus was to build a company that refined sustainable gardening and efficient water usage.
By modernising the age-old sub-irrigation technique of wicking, we've transformed wicking bed technology into a versatile solution, adaptable across commercial, civil, horticultural, and residential settings.
Our innovation not only enhances food security and urban greening initiatives but also sets standard in water conservation practices.
WaterUps saves 80% of water usage compared to surface drip irrigation and also captures rainwater for drought resilience.
Fits any garden size or style, from small pots to large beds and projects, enhancing creativity without sacrificing efficiency.
High-quality, eco-friendly products made in Australia from 100% recycled plastic, embodying our commitment to quality and sustainability.
Achieve lush, low-maintenance gardens with WaterUps, providing consistent moisture for healthier plants and more free time.
Hillier Windsor
"The garden at Blackheath is absolutely thriving thanks to your wicking beds. Over the Christmas break, we didn't need to water once. Amazing!"
Peter Rutherford
"The WaterUps wicking garden beds have transformed our gardening approach. The interlocking cells create a robust water storage tank, making it easy for anyone to build self-watering gardens. They are durable, efficient, and easy to install."
Angus Stewart
"I've been using WaterUps for almost a year at a commercial urban farm in Hobart. The product is strong, durable, and incredibly easy to use. It’s the best wicking bed system I’ve encountered, and I highly recommend it."
Made and manufactured in Australia, WaterUps delivers better results for food gardens and urban greening – saving water, saving time, producing healthier plants and combating climate change.
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