Slow-release watering
The spikes provide a continual slow drip and release enough water for approximately 2 weeks.
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Miles Kimball Plant Watering Spikes
Bottle-style watering spikes for houseplants and patio pots. They convert a water-filled bottle into a slow-release irrigation source.
General Information
BrandMiles Kimball
NameMiles Kimball Plant Watering Spikes
Product Highlights
For indoor and patio pots
Use them with indoor potted plants or outdoor potted plants.
Simple fill-and-insert setup
Fill the globe with water, then insert it into the soil; each spike measures approximately 6 inches long by 2 1/2 inches in diameter.
Miles Kimball Plant Watering Spikes are colored glass bottle-style spikes that turn a water-filled bottle into a slow-release irrigation source for indoor and outdoor potted plants.
Media Reviews
KikiTop
Top 10 Self-Watering Stakes for Healthy Plant Hydration
This review describes the Miles Kimball Plant Watering Globes as a visually appealing and convenient irrigation solution that serves as a decorative element. However, it notes that the product's small size, the difficulty of filling the globes, and unreliable water distribution limit its effectiveness for outdoor use.
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Buying Expert7.9/10
10 Best Self-Watering Stakes | Buying Expert
The review identifies the Miles Kimball Plant Watering Globes as one of the top self-watering options, granting the product a score of 7.9 out of 10.
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 300 ml | ml |
| Decorative Style | colored | |
| Dimensions | Each approx. 6 in long x 2 1/2 in dia | |
| Indoor Outdoor Use | both | |
| Installation Method | Globe (fill with water and insert into the soil) | |
| Material | Glass | |
| Plant Compatibility | Indoor potted plants, Outdoor potted plants | |
| Watering Duration | 2 days | days |
| Water Release Rate | Slow (continual drip; “releases enough water for approximately 2 weeks”) |
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