Depending on how pro-active you need the system to be and for how long, I use a 5 gallon bucket with a couple of very small holes drilled in the bottom. For the first year, I fill the bucket every couple days and let it seep out. Move the bucket every few days.
Obviously this won't do much good for a long term setup, but I have kept many "newborns" alive through droughts by keeping my hands on. It also gives you input whenever you water as to how the plantlife is doing.
buzz
I see you don't want to go this route, but setting up even a temp system can get pricey.
Last edited by Buzzworth; 02/23/11 09:36 AM.
