AquaPRO GROASIS WATERBOXX Instructions Manual

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WATERBOXX

PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Step 4.1: Removing the side sprouts and remodeling the plant ......24 Step 5: Placing the Waterboxx ............... 25 Step 5a: Placing the windprotectors (optional) ..........25 Step 5b: Placing the evaporation cover ............25 Step 5c: Positioning the Waterboxx ............26 Step 5d: Partly burying the Waterboxx ............27 ©AquaPro...
Page 3 Waterboxx planting instructions Step 6: Watering the plants for the first time ............ 29 6a: Watering the plants ................ 29 6b: Filling the Waterboxx ..............30 Final checks .................... 31 ©AquaPro...
Page 4: Introduction
Waterboxx planting instructions Introduction The Groasis Waterboxx is a unique planting device that enables plants to grow in harsh circumstances. The design of the Waterboxx ensures a steady water supply and stable temperatures in dry or eroded areas. Vulnerable saplings and seeds are protected and nurtured by the Waterboxx, giving them the foothold to survive on their own.
Page 5: Requisites For Planting
Planting 10 Waterboxxes will take an experienced planter about 3 hours spread over two days. Inevitably, planting your first Waterboxx will take more time due to lack of experience with the procedure. Take your time to get acquainted with the procedure and your planting time will decrease rapidly. ©AquaPro...
Page 6: Waterboxx Parts
Waterboxx through its dark color. Box: This part of the Waterboxx is a water container as well as a protective case for the plant. Wick: The wick is a medium for water transportation from inside the Waterboxx to the ground. ©AquaPro...
Page 7 The cap closes the Waterboxx. Windprotectors (optional): Windprotectors enable you to fasten the Waterboxx to the ground with screws or nails. Are you missing any of these parts? Please contact your distributor. You will need all parts for the best results. ©AquaPro...
Page 8: Step 1: Preparing The Soil
The fertilizer provides a source of nutrients for the plant and keeps the water from disappearing directly into deeper ground layers. Make sure that the fertilizer you are using is suitable for your plants. ©AquaPro...
Page 9: 1.1 Preparing The Soil With Compost And/Or Fertilizer
Refill the remaining hole with the soil that you saved until you have a hole of 15cm deep. For optimum results, make sure that this hole is horizontally aligned. This will optimize water flow into the Waterboxx and provide young plants with the necessary shade during hot parts of the day. ©AquaPro...
Page 10: Step 1.1B: Mixing The Soil
Pour water (4 buckets) into the hole. Use 20 liters if the soil is clayey or loamy. Use 40 liters when the ground is sandy or rocky. Give the ground 24 hours to absorb the water before you continue planting. ©AquaPro...
Page 11: 1.2 Preparing The Soil Without Compost And/Or Fertilizer
If you are planting on slopes or uneven terrain, make sure that the hole is horizontally aligned. This will optimize water flow into the Waterboxx and provide young plants with the necessary shade during hot parts of the day. Step 1.2b: Watering the soil ©AquaPro...
Page 12: Extra Preparations To Improve Planting Results
Make sure that you remove this grass to prevent grass roots from drinking all the water and destroying the wick. You can prevent the growth of grass by loosening up the soil around the Waterboxx as shown below: ©AquaPro...
Page 13: Step 2: Assembling The Waterboxx
Now look at the bottom of the box. You should see about 12 cm of wick sticking out. Gently press this part of the wick into the designated slot. The wick should be directed towards the edge of the box and should be aligned with the large eight shaped hole. ©AquaPro...
Page 14: Step 2B: Weighing The Waterboxx Down (Optional)
Turn the box after you have placed the wick. The mid plate should be placed inside the box and slide over the eight shaped projection. Make sure that the round watering hole is on the same side as the overflow in the Waterboxx (this should be facing north). ©AquaPro...
Page 15: Step 2D: Placing The Lid
When you are sure that the lid is placed in the right direction, you can fasten the lid by pressing it. Make sure that the lid is pressed tight, to prevent it from popping off. The lid should ‘click’ into place. ©AquaPro...
Page 16: Step 2D: Placing The Siphons
When the lid is secure, it is time to place the siphons. Placing the siphons: The siphons can be ‘clicked’ into place next to the eight shaped opening in the Waterboxx. Make sure that they do not protrude. Incorrect placement of the siphons will cause unnecessary evaporation of water. ©AquaPro...
Page 17: Step 3: Preparing The Plant
Part of the Waterboxx success is based on this principle. The Waterboxx gives saplings time to dig deep enough to reach ground water. But in order to have the plants digging again, you will ©AquaPro...
Page 18 Waterboxx planting instructions need to cut off a part of the primary root. How to cut the primary roots will be explained in step 3b. ©AquaPro...
Page 19: Step 3B: Preparing The Roots Of The Plant
You have now removed a part of the primary root and reactivated the roots' vertical penetrating ability. Carefully cut the pot or plastic and remove it. The plant is now ready for planting. For more info look at this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXcw7BCOGaU&list=UUjI5jo9A8z3tmIhyX4Qf0GA&index=3 ©AquaPro...
Page 20: Step 4: Planting
The depth of the planting holes depends on the size and roots of the saplings that you are planting. When digging the holes, make sure that you preserve the capillary system intact. For this reason, do not make the holes bigger or deeper than necessary. ©AquaPro...
Page 21 Two plants should be planted 14cm apart. If you are planting three plants, a space of 7cm between plants will suffice. ©AquaPro...
Page 22 Waterboxx planting instructions The easiest way to pinpoint the exact distance between planting holes is to use the evaporation cover and mark the ground as shown below: Now dig the holes and place your saplings. Note for compost/fertilizer users: ©AquaPro...
Page 23 Waterboxx planting instructions Planting holes should not penetrate your layer of compost or fertilizer to optimize the nutritional value for the plant. The roots of the plant should contact the compost/fertilizer. ©AquaPro...
Page 24: Step 4.1: Planting And Adding Soil
Be careful not to damage the plant and use a sharp pruner. Do not rip or twist the sprouts. You should end up with single stems (or a single stem) and you are now ready to place the Waterboxx. ©AquaPro...
Page 25: Step 5: Placing The Waterboxx
Click the windprotectors in the slots at the bottom of the box as shown below: Step 5b: Placing the Evaporation cover First place the evaporation carton over the saplings. ©AquaPro...
Page 26: Step 5C: Positioning The Waterboxx
Make sure that the watering hole and the overflow are facing north. You can use a compass to assess the proper direction. The Waterboxx has a helpful direction indicator on the lid that clearly shows the correct position. ©AquaPro...
Page 27: Step 5D: Partly Burying The Waterboxx
Step 5d: Partly burying the Waterboxx The Waterboxx should be partly buried, leaving only the lid and a small part of the box exposed. Scoop sand or soil onto the sides of the Waterboxx, until you reach the overflow hole. ©AquaPro...
Page 29: Step 6: Watering The Plants For The First Time
Pour approximately 4 liters (one gallon) of water onto the lid. Caution: Watering the plants directly with high pressure can cause damage to the plant or wash away the soil in the eight shaped hole. Please use a low pressure water supply and water carefully. ©AquaPro...
Page 30: 6B: Filling The Waterboxx
When the Waterboxx is filled up, you can close the round hole with the cap. Placing the cap: The blue cap can be placed in the round watering hole in the lid. Place the cap into the hole and twist it shut. ©AquaPro...
Page 31 Maximum length of 20 cm is sufficient. If the plants are longer, we cut this part off  Growth direction of the primary root must be vertically downwards  Root color must be white  Plants must have been hardened in the nursery during at least 2 months of growing in the full ©AquaPro...
Page 32: Final Checks
Have you secured the lid? The lid should be firmly put to prevent it from popping off due to a change in temperature. Have you answered all these questions with ‘yes’? Then you have successfully planted a Waterboxx. Congratulations! ©AquaPro...