New Zealand's premier hydroponic store - 25+ years of experience, at your service.
We offer top-quality hydroponic supplies, including the easy-to-use Autopot system. Without a doubt our locally made Whakatupu range of plant nutrients is value-for-money the best nutrient in New Zealand.
Support local and save with Ōtaki Hydroponics – come see us in-store, shop online or call us for help with all your gardening needs.
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Whakatupu Nutrients
In te reo Māori whakatupu means to rear, grow, raise, cultivate, produce or farm.
For our team it's about our commitment to our community, hydroponics and nurturing the next generation of gardeners
Power-free hydroponics
AutoPot is a complete, electricity-free, gravity-fed, self watering irrigation system.
Let gravity do the work! With AutoPot, your plants stay watered and happy – no power, no hassle.
Gardening tips & trends
Expert advice, seasonal planting, new products and other tips & trends.
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You can’t talk about gardening without talking about bugs. There are a lot of bugs that will destroy a garden if you let them. Aphids, whiteflies, cabbage worms – I could list plenty. What we don’t...
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Information from "Insects In The Garden - Homegrown Happiness". Insects in the garden are important, both the 'bad' and the good play a crucial role in a well-rounded eco system. However it's helpf...
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Ōtaki Hydroponics
1083 State Highway 1
RD1 Otaki, Otaki 5581
Phone: 06 364 2206
Mon - Fri, 9am-5pm
Saturday, 9am - 3pm
Sunday, Closed