Gradual watering for potted plants
Porous terracotta seeps water slowly into the surrounding soil for potted and container plants.
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Updated 3 months ago
Small terracotta watering device that releases water gradually into potted soil. Its simple clay construction fits the low-tech self-watering spike category.

Porous terracotta seeps water slowly into the surrounding soil for potted and container plants.
Insert the stake next to the plant, then add water using a wine or standard plastic bottle at the reservoir.
The approximately 25 cm-long terracotta stake is suited to indoor plants as well as outdoor pots.
The Kikkerland Terracotta Watering Stake is a small terracotta device that gradually releases water into potted soil through porous clay. Insert it beside a plant and fill the top reservoir with a wine or standard plastic bottle for use indoors or in outdoor pots.
The reviewer considers the product a charming and effective tool for maintaining plant hydration while away, noting that its carrot-like design is eye-catching and that it functions well using the principles of osmosis to release water gradually.
The reviewer reports that the stakes work for keeping soil evenly moist near the roots, but observes they release a fixed amount of water regardless of soil dryness. They recommend careful setup, specifically soaking the stake before use and avoiding excessive weight from the reservoir bottle to prevent cracking.
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adjustability | No | |
| Decorative Style | whimsical | |
| Dimensions | 4.5 cm diameter x 25 cm length (approx.) | |
| Indoor Outdoor Use | both | |
| Installation Method | Stake inserted into soil next to the plant; add water by filling the stake/bottle reservoir (wine or standard plastic bottle) at the top/base | |
| Material | Terracotta | |
| Plant Compatibility | potted plants, container plants, indoor plants, outdoor pots | |
| Watering Duration | 2 days | days |
| Water Release Rate | slow (porous terracotta slow-release via osmosis; seeps a slow trickle) |

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