Nutriculture Wilma Drip System | Recirculating Top Feed Grow System Australia

The Nutriculture Wilma is one of Australia's most trusted recirculating drip systems — combining the simplicity of pot-based growing with the efficiency of automated, timer-controlled feeding. Built by Nutriculture UK, the Wilma has over 15 years of commercial growing history and is the go-to system for growers moving from hand-watering to fully automated hydroponic production.

Whether you're running coco, clay pebbles, soil, or fabric pots, the Wilma system delivers nutrient solution directly to the root zone via drippers on a controlled timer cycle. Excess solution drains back through the low-profile reservoir design, creating a closed-loop recirculating system that maximises nutrient efficiency and minimises waste.

Why Growers Choose the Nutriculture Wilma

• Proven Performance — Over 15 years of commercial use across Australia and Europe. The Wilma is not a new product — it's a refined, time-tested system trusted by serious indoor growers.
• Automated Feeding — Timer-controlled drip irrigation eliminates daily hand-watering and dramatically reduces the risk of overwatering or underfeeding.
• Media Flexible — Compatible with coco coir, clay pebbles, soil, rockwool, fabric pots, and air pots.
• Recirculating Efficiency — Closed-loop nutrient return reduces waste and keeps reservoir EC and pH stable between feeds.
• Modular and Expandable — Pot sizes are interchangeable across the Wilma range, allowing easy replanting without replacing the entire system.
• Complete Kit — Every Wilma system includes tank, tray, pots, pump, delivery tubing, flood drippers, arrow drippers, and full instructions.

How the Wilma Drip System Works

• Nutrient solution is pumped from the reservoir to drip stakes or flood drippers positioned at each pot
• Solution is delivered directly to the root zone on a timer-controlled cycle
• Excess runoff drains back through the base of the tray into the integrated reservoir
• The recirculating design maintains consistent nutrient availability with minimal top-ups between full reservoir changes

Choosing the Right Wilma System

• Wilma Mini 8 Set (90x45cm) — Compact footprint for small tents and tight spaces. 8 pots in a narrow rectangular layout.
• Wilma Large 4 Set (75x75cm) — Entry-level square configuration for small-to-medium grow spaces.
• Wilma XL 4 Set (90x90cm, 70L tank) — Ideal for standard 1.0–1.2m grow tents. Excellent entry point for automated growing.
• Wilma XXL 5 Set (112x112cm, 150L tank) — Designed for 1.2m x 1.2m tents and larger. Higher reservoir capacity for longer feed intervals.
• Wilma XXL 8 Set (112x112cm, 150L tank) — Maximum pot count in the square format. 8 plants in a 112cm footprint for serious indoor production.
• Wilma XL 8 Wide Set (190x90cm, 180L tank) — Rectangular wide-format system for large rectangular grow spaces. Largest reservoir in the range at 180L.
• Wilma L 8 Wide Set (170x75cm, 120L tank) — Wide format with a medium footprint. Ideal for 1.7m x 0.75m grow areas.

Technical Specifications

• System Type: Recirculating top-feed drip system
• Compatible Media: Coco, clay pebbles, soil, rockwool, fabric pots, air pots
• Pump: Included
• Control: Timer-controlled (timer not included)
• Kit Includes: Tank, tray, pots, pump, feed tubing, flood drippers, arrow drippers, instructions
• Manufacturer: Nutriculture UK (est. 1976)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Wilma system suitable for beginners?
Yes — the Wilma is one of the most beginner-friendly automated systems available. The pot-based design keeps things familiar while the automated feeding removes the guesswork of hand-watering. Focus on monitoring pH and EC daily, change your reservoir every 7–14 days, and top up with pH-adjusted water between changes.

What nutrients work best with the Wilma system?
The Wilma is compatible with all liquid hydroponic nutrients. Terra Aquatica TriPart, NovaMax, and DualPart Coco are excellent choices. For coco-based setups, use a dedicated coco A+B formula. Always check pH (5.8–6.2) and EC after mixing.

How often should I change the nutrient solution?
Every 7–14 days during active growth. In hot conditions or with heavy feeders, more frequent changes may be needed. Top up with plain pH-adjusted water between changes as EC rises naturally over time.

Does the Wilma ship fast within Australia?
Yes — the Wilma ships from our Australian warehouse with tracked delivery Australia-wide. Most east coast orders arrive in 2–5 business days. WA, NT, and TAS orders typically take 5–12 business days. Note: most Wilma systems are bulky freight items — shipping cost is calculated at checkout based on your location.