Looking to by a self-watering planter has really been frustrating. The ones you have here are what I am looking for but only smaller. And just when I finally found it, I realized that there is NO WAY TO GAUGE water level! It's a guessing game that one can only hope doesn't lead to root rot! I think it is disgusting that the manufacturer failed to recognize that, when they designed these beautiful planters. But thanks to creative people like you who saw their shortcomings, I now know what to do.
@theRatchet833 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting this out there. I was inspired by this and modded my own pots based on what you did. So for they are working well and we don't have to water daily anymore. We can now go at least 2 weeks between refilling the pots.
@Peleski2 жыл бұрын
I think it's really good, though it needs an indicator for whether to fill it up, especially during hot weather. I've seen people use cork bobbers for the fill pipe with an attached straw, which kinda flags the water level.
@evasraley21093 ай бұрын
This is a great idea for the plants that need more water. As luck would have it I am on my way to get some garden stuff. Might try it with my planters.
@brianbrinegar60863 жыл бұрын
Cool project. Retrofit idea: Clear tubing on the outside running from the top to the bottom of the reservoir will give you a visual indication of the fill level.
@JimService3 жыл бұрын
If you go away for a while how do you know if the reservoir needs filling? The other idea would be some sort of dipstick that would fit in the filler tube.
@rogueengineer3 жыл бұрын
Dip stick is a good idea 👍🏼
@rogueengineer3 жыл бұрын
The clear tube would be very cool! I though about making some sort of float in the filler tube that would act as a gauge.
@mihaivancu95673 жыл бұрын
You know the tank is full when it starts coming out trough the small hole.
@Peleski2 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't compromise the external integrity of the plastic bucket myself. Water is heavy.
@kgt54423 жыл бұрын
The water fill pipe should be cut at an angle to keep it from sealing to the bottom and make it harder to fill the reservoir.
@rogueengineer3 жыл бұрын
It actually fills just fine because the pipe is installed at an angle. If it were straight up and down it could be an issue
@gazsto95102 жыл бұрын
Update Rogue Engineer, how well did they do? Ideas great, but does it work ok?
@adz5bneweng5893 жыл бұрын
Ooh, excited to try this!
@davidhayes64193 жыл бұрын
May want to add a drain valve at bottom to flush out old water and salts that will build up from fertilizer
@rogueengineer3 жыл бұрын
There is a plug at the bottom that can be pulled but a valve is a good idea
@gregj26473 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of an Earth Box. Very practical but I would have added a way to drain the water especially for those in a cold climate. If it freezes, it will more than likely crack the plastic planter.
@rogueengineer3 жыл бұрын
There is a plug at the bottom that can be pulled
@gregj26473 жыл бұрын
@@rogueengineer thanks. I missed that
@michellek65333 ай бұрын
Does the water in the bottom open to the air as to attract mosquitoes?
@joejr96533 жыл бұрын
Cool project. 👍
@rogueengineer3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@elitelawn95473 жыл бұрын
Cool idea. Great job.
@bonsummers2657 Жыл бұрын
Ok, the soil in the tube is going to be submerged in water, - yes? If so, it's going to rot, and thus stink, - yes? (the soil has organic matter, and it will rot, due to organisms, of which some will likely be stinky, given the lack of air in the bottom of the pot without drainage). I'm curious as to your idea with all this.
@courtney_350F3 жыл бұрын
How’s this coming along… looking to do a couple of planters this way. It would really help my current watering situation.
@ImGonnaMake3 жыл бұрын
I know it’s only been a few days, but how do they seem to be working? I just bought these planters and then saw your video … wondering if it’s worth it?