In today’s fast-paced world, we rarely have time to do anything, let alone gardening. Even though it might seem like an easy job, gardening requires time, talent and effort. Every gardener looks for ways to keep the plants healthy and thriving with the little time they have on their hands. That’s why we are going to be talking about an invention that does just that, helps you maintain your plants with minimal effort and that’s the self-watering patio planter pots that’s taken the gardening world by storm.
What are Self-Watering Planters?
As the name suggests, these planters have a system that waters on its own and is designed to provide a consistent supply of water to plants without the need for frequent manual watering. This design includes a separate water reservoir at the bottom and this allows plants to receive water by a simple wick-delivering or capillary action, where the tube placed inside the container sucks out the water of the reservoir and draws it into the plants’ roots at the time they need it and the amount they need, reducing the risk of over or under-watering.
Benefits of Self-Watering Planters
So, if they’ve taken the gardening world by storm there must be reasons for that. These planters come with a plethora of advantages and we are going to talk about them. Of course, the number one benefit is that you can be gone for days and your plants won’t dry out and won’t die, but that’s just a small part of the advantages, so let’s look at some other ones.
Saves Water
Being a plant lover means you also care for the environment and the unnecessary use of water is a huge problem for our world. These planters help in this regard because they minimise water wastage. They are designed with a reservoir at the bottom and that reservoir is covered with soil that prevents the water from evaporating, that way the water can stay in the reservoir until it gets delivered to the root of the plant, without a drop of it being wasted. So, not only will you have a healthy plant, but you won’t be participating in unhealthy water waste.
Nutrient Preservation
When plants are watered from above nutrients can be diluted and washed away, especially with constant and excessive watering, but with these planters that will not be a problem. As we mentioned, the reservoir keeps the water which means that the nutrients will be held inside the closed system of the soil. This way the water cycle will help your plants flourish in no time without putting in a lot of effort, and without spending money to add other types of organic matter to feed and maintain your plants.
Flexible
If you live in an apartment or if you don’t have a lot of space for planting you might not want to continue with this hobby or matter of fact you won’t even start it. But, with these self-watering patio planter pots that won’t be an issue. You can always put them in the smallest corner of your room or patio and even forget about them until they require a refill. They aren’t just great for patios, but you can also use them in your office, on your balcony or any place you’d like. You can also move them around when redecorating and reorganising so that you don’t get bored with the layout of your home. This flexibility allows you not to worry about them constantly so that you can enjoy your plants with minimal effort.
Improved Plant Growth
Many potted plants that require deep watering won’t get the right amount of water when in regular pots. But, with these pots, the water will flow to the bottom of the reservoir and directly moisturise and stimulate the roots to grow, thus avoiding shallow root growth. And if you have a nice and healthy root, it means that your plant can thrive and bring you joy and even fruits. This type of watering also protects the plant from diseases, because instead of pouring the water from the top which can cause plants to develop bacteria, they are self-watered which is quite helpful for them.
Aesthetic
Not a single place in your house can be imagined without a couple of plants, flowers or any other type of greenery. But, it’s also important to plant them in pots that have contemporary and sleep designs that will only make your home look nice. You can have your share of options, from white to black and matter to glossy finishes, these pots come in different shapes and sizes. This means you won’t have to spend a lot of time looking for the right one to match your style and your vibe.
So, as we can see, self-watering plants offer a multitude of benefits that combine convenience with sustainability. They save water, provide flexibility and preserve nutrients. On top od that they also have an aesthetic appeal that will enhance the charm in your home, making them a stylish choice for modern living, for every interior design.