ORIMERC 50 feet 6mm Self Watering Capillary Wick Cord Vacation Plant Sitter DIY Hydroponic Wicking Self-Watering Planter Pot Automatic Water System Device Potted Violet Auto Seedling Waterer Rope

Appears to work. Just running to see how much water it drinks at the moment.

Why did you choose this product over others?: Impressed that worked well for keep plants watered. Watering efficiency: Sufficient to keep plants alive.

Excellent just the job for putting in urns to keep water flow and keeping plants healthy 👍

Update 8 Apr 2024 - This capillary rope is too efficient :) I have had to remove some of the lengths from my sub-irrigating trays because the rope is delivering too much water to the matting and plants. I thought I would try this capillary rope after the one I bought previously shot up in price to over £13 for 20m. I am glad I did, not only is this considerably cheaper, it is also thicker. I use this rope to make sub-irrigating pots and trays. Making them is very easy (see my photos) and works out a lot cheaper than buying the 'contraptions' I see being sold. Sub-irrigation is also better for the plants and reduces water usage. A simple alternative for pots is to put lengths of the rope through the holes in the bottom (or a bunch of lengths through the centre hole) and stand the pot on feet in a saucer of water. Just make sure you fill the pot with compost and/or coir (so it is in contact with the rope inside the bottom of the pot) and do not put gravel or broken pot in the bottom, which only serves to raise the water table in a pot anyway.

I needed a watering system for my tomatoes while I was away for a week. I tried these but I don't know if they worked or not. But the tub of water I put them in had gone when I got back and my plants didn't die, so I think they worked.

I have found this perfect for watering my pot plants while I go on extended holiday. I have found that they can supply too much water, so tie multiple knots in the middle to slow the flow of water down. On reflection, I should probably have gone for a smaller size. I use empty milk containers for the water.

Used the thinnest one to keep the seedlings going last summer whilst on holiday. We used a basin on the drainer and the plants in trays in the sink with the wick running to the trays.

Plenty of thick rope that works great built into the soil of my planter with a reservoir underneath (self-watering planter) Seller includes VERY useful instructions and a small section of 4mm capillary rope for you to try. For my purposes of wicking from underneath a pot with high drainage soil. Works perfectly. If you plan to use this to water an existing bed while you're away.. I would definitely read the included instructions and test the flow rate before going on that holiday.

This self-watering wick cord truly works —easy to set up but just as easy to get wrong without proper preparation. If you’re new to using self-watering wicks, I highly recommend dedicating at least three days to understanding how it works and adjusting it to suit your needs. Reading the instructions carefully is crucial. I ordered a thick cord, and as a thoughtful bonus, the package included a thinner cord, which turned out to be extremely helpful for my setup. The effectiveness of the wick largely depends on your environment and how closely you follow the instructions. In my case, living in the hot and slightly humid climate of Australia (30–36°C), I found that the wick delivered water too quickly for my small plant, which only requires 120 ml per week. To address this, I experimented with the included thinner cord. Here’s what worked for me: I tested the wicking process by transferring water between two containers rather than directly watering my plant. By gradually adding ***tight*** knots to the cord (ensuring the knots remained above water), I managed to slow the water flow to an ideal rate. Once I was satisfied, I replaced the receiving container with my plant pot. If the water transfer rate is too slow without any knots and you want to deliver water faster then you may need to use a thicker cord or multiple cords simultaneously. Testing your setup thoroughly before using it with real plants—especially if you’re preparing for a holiday—is essential. Although I was tempted to deduct a star for the tricky initial setup, I realised that this would be unfair. Much like a great guitar in the hands of a beginner, the potential of this product shines only when you take the time to learn how to use it effectively. For me, this cord is a 5 stars.

Funciona perfectamente, el suministro de agua es constante, la tierra siempre está mojada. Lo he puesto en macetas que necesitan agua a diario y genial. Lo recomiendo.

100% conforme à la description. Très bonne qualité !

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Función perfectamente. Lo he utilizado con botellas de 1,5 litros. Si colocas la botella con la mecha encima de la tierra vacía la botella en 1 día y si pones la botella en el suelo, va más lento pero aún así se vació bastante rápido. No lo veo apto para ausentarte durante una o dos semanas. La mecha es muy gorda y pienso que por eso va demasiado rápido. Voy a probar con una mecha de 3 mm y a ver si el riego es más pausado. También lo he probado con un depósito de agua debajo del tiesto. La mecha toca el agua y sube dentro de la tierra. También moja bastante la tierra con esta mecha.