Have researched the subject of wicking, not for giving plants water, but to hasten drying of the soil with the obvious benefit of being able to administer more nutrients, or flush more frequently.
The practice involves placing a wick, cotton cloth or whatever, in a center hole in the pot. Only a small amount of the wick need protrude into the soil, and it is important that the portion outside of the container is not in constant contact with water.
The concept is that of the bottom water table that is produced by soil in the base of the container. The water molecules are trapped within this layer, and the wick tricks the soil into thinking that the soil is deeper, breaking the water table.
Anyone with experience?
The practice involves placing a wick, cotton cloth or whatever, in a center hole in the pot. Only a small amount of the wick need protrude into the soil, and it is important that the portion outside of the container is not in constant contact with water.
The concept is that of the bottom water table that is produced by soil in the base of the container. The water molecules are trapped within this layer, and the wick tricks the soil into thinking that the soil is deeper, breaking the water table.
Anyone with experience?