VersaGrow Bucket lid - 5-Gallon Grow System
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Description
5-Gallon Modular Hydroponic Bucket Lid System | Kratky + Wicking + DWC Ready | 3 and 6 Site Versions Included!
About the Design:
This versatile 3D-printable bucket lid is designed for growers seeking flexibility, whether you're starting seedlings, growing leafy greens, or rescuing plants from a hydroponic tower. Compatible with standard US 5-gallon buckets (and also fits 3.5 and 7 gallon variants), this lid features 60mm holes—the perfect size for modular tower-style planting cups or the included printable cups.
Multiple Grow Methods Supported:
- Kratky Hydroponics: Use standalone without pumps for low-maintenance leafy greens.
- Wicking Hydroponics: Each cup is designed to accommodate wicking cords to gently pull nutrient solution up to your plant roots.
- Deep Water Culture (DWC): Easily adaptable for active systems by adding an air pump and sprayer or drip line.
Flexible Use Cases:
✔️ Grow leafy greens, herbs, and smaller plants right in a 5-gallon or 3.5-gallon bucket.
✔️ Use as an intermediate growth station before moving plants into a hydroponic tower.
✔️ Great for reviving struggling plants removed from a tower — supports standard tower cups.
✔️ Easily swap between Kratky, Wicking, or DWC methods depending on plant needs.
What’s Included in the Files:
- Lid Design (3-site and 6-site versions included!)
- Printable Cups (Kratky and Wicking, and Tower Compatible Styles)
- Wicking Cord-friendly Inserts
Recommended Printing Notes:
- Print in PETG for maximum durability, food safety, UV, and humidity resistance.
- No supports are required for the main lid and most cups (easy printability).
Perfect For:
- Home hydroponic growers
- DIY indoor and outdoor gardens
- Modular and scalable systems
- Beginners and pros alike
Assembly:
Print the 3 sections of the lid and use zip ties to connect them into a single lid. Use a minimum of 2 zip ties for smaller plants or add a 3rd or 4th for extra strength.
Buckets:
This was tested with various buckets, including Home Depot, Lowe's, ePackageSupply, and Leaktite buckets.
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