Trying New Self-Watering Containers That Will Be Out in 2024! 🙌💦💚 // Garden Answer

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@oakanna.designs Жыл бұрын

Hey Laura! 👋 I worked with Jack down here in Florida using Aquapots, and, at least for the original style, you want to really compact the soil into the large reservoir tube down the center so it doesn't fall apart and down into the reservoir. 😊 Maybe this new design is different, but just thought I'd give my experience working side-by-side with the man himself! 😂 I'm VERY excited for the resin pots and inserts! Would have made hauling 300 pound planted pots up marble stairs into peoples' three-story mansions a LOT easier! 😅

@majorzipf8947 Жыл бұрын

I’m starting a new job today that I’ve been in the hiring process for, for over a month. And I’m NERVOUS. But I made sure I got up early enough to have time to watch a GA video because they always make me feel happy and peaceful. Thanks Laura and team for all you do.

@janacook8786 Жыл бұрын

Good luck on your new job. I hope it's a perfect fit.

@dianabrock6383 Жыл бұрын

God's blessings on you today.

@pollytiks3885 Жыл бұрын

Good luck!! Hope it’s the perfect fit!

@andym5558 Жыл бұрын

I would love to find out a new employee watches GA! Wouldn't that be a great interview question; "How does your love of gardening make you a better candidate for the job?" 😄

@RavensReef Жыл бұрын

You will do great today!! Good luck 😊

@fayeewing446 Жыл бұрын

I use a wooden dowel with a cork on the end as a water indicator. Mark the opposite end of the dowel with “full” and”time to refill” lines. Works great. I saw this on LDS Prepper video.

@j.m.7056 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@lorihamlin3604 Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion. I’m trying to get plants ready to leave my plants to with a sitter for a few weeks.

@freedomofreligion3248 Жыл бұрын

Not sure I understand how this works. Will have to question further.

@SewWhittle Жыл бұрын

Do you have a link for this?

@jelee01 Жыл бұрын

Gr8 idea. Ty for sharing.

@anntyaze Жыл бұрын

Laura and Aaron, couple goals. They're so polite and kind towards each other. Love.

@sharlabaker4291 Жыл бұрын

Who else is excited for a lighter weight (and hopefully more affordable) aqua pot! 🙋🏻‍♀️I’m so excited!!!!

@debrascott8775 Жыл бұрын

Don't hold your breath on the more affordable part. 😢

@marisolbrunk5303 Жыл бұрын

🙋🏻‍♀️ I actually saw them on their PW site but would be hesitant to buy them! Was so excited when I saw this video! Can’t wait to see how they work and Laura’s opinion of them! Happy Gardening. 💦

@bettyboop1524 9 ай бұрын

The lite aren't cheap and you have to purchase the insert ($45) separately 🤨

@sandy-rr1by Жыл бұрын

I love the heavy pots, but age and arthritis makes the lighter weight resin pots a more practical choice. Nice to see a "pretty" version of self watering pot out there!!!

@andreasbeyert7405 Жыл бұрын

Hi Laura, That moment you had to guess how much water you have filled in (at 18:25) - we have a water volume counter in between the hose and the handle unit ... So that you can see the amount of water which is already out (it sets back to zero after each single use within no time) so you would be able to see the exact amount of used water per interval :) (helps a lot) greetings from Germany 😊🍀

@2ManyTomatoes Жыл бұрын

I have really been looking forward to these inserts. Can't wait to try them next year. ETA: The blue cap is so you can find it in the foliage when everything grows up. Paint all your garden tools blue, they will be easier to spot in the garden. Because you know how rare it is to find a true blue flower. Blue things stand out in the garden.

@rtshaw3621 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely great idea! I am severely vision challenged and I painted my tools neon orange. I always thought it foolish that companies paint tools green. Great gardening season to you friend.

@carolwarmoth8744 Жыл бұрын

I was always loosing my hand tools in beds , grass, etc so I decided to wrap a strip of neon orange duct tape around every handle. It worked like a charm so well that I wrapped my larger tools also. Rakes, shovels loppers, brooms. To my surprise the tape has stayed on for years.

@cynthia2233 Жыл бұрын

Nice pots and great that you get to take them for a test drive! If you have some long-really thin wooden dowels, put one in the watering tube for just a few seconds, pull it out and check the water level. Kind of like checking the oil in a vehicle. (don't leave the stick in there, it will just wick the water up it and you won't know the real level)

@emilymiller7978 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed having Aaron in this video with you! I am excited to see how these aqua pots do for you guys.

@tracisetter2164 Жыл бұрын

I've been using the big 20"x20" square and 20"x36" rectangular self-watering containers from Mayne for a couple years now. They work great!

@mollypitcher9380 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info

@janicebrowningaquino792 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE my black Mayne rectangular large scale planter box! I put it on a dolly covered with a black tarp which I trimmed to cover the dolly wheels, planted it with Karl Foerster grasses, move it around my tiny deck to provide a see thru privacy screen when I’m resting on the deck. It’s just enough privacy. The planter has held up beautifully thru many harsh winters and still looks fabulous! It was SO worth every penny!

@rachelt761 Жыл бұрын

❤good morning friends ❤

@cherylmyers9285 Жыл бұрын

Have a GREAT day.

@wendywatkins-ragan6758 Жыл бұрын

I am so excited for this. In eastern NC we have BRUTAL summer heat. Vacations are literal murder for my plants. If I'm not here to water every day/every other day, they are done for. Other self watering containers or devices that I have used are dry by day three. It would be nice to have something that I can go on vacation for you know seven days and not worry about all of my plants being black when I come home. Cant wait to see how they perform for you. Thank you for being our guinea pig. 😁

@rhodealexandre6583 Жыл бұрын

You could install a drip system and control it remotely

@wendywatkins-ragan6758 Жыл бұрын

@@rhodealexandre6583 Nope, tried it. The heat evaporates it so fast. We end up running drip for so long AND having to supplement with the hose.

@celianewman4809 Жыл бұрын

Eastern NC here too. Not having to water for a week would be amazing. 😂

@chucklefuck Жыл бұрын

Sub irrigated planters

@wendywatkins-ragan6758 Жыл бұрын

@@celianewman4809 right!

@amydeeds6248 Жыл бұрын

These are so much more attractive than the original ones. Looking forward to seeing how they perform. I don’t understand why some of these companies don’t ask you and other gardeners for suggestions when designing products? The superbells are cute! 😊

@michellepollino4986 Жыл бұрын

Love the new containers! They don’t look like plastic. Love the flower combinations.

@msv3402 Жыл бұрын

It’s so nice that they made a lightweight self watering container, and less expensive. You planted them up beautifully, and I can’t wait to see how they do. You’re right about having some type of indicator on how full or low the water reservoir is.😊

@MyBackyardScience Жыл бұрын

As much as I like the ceramic/stone containers, the lighter plastic is definitely the way to go for large containers! Anything that can also reduce your time watering is a huge bonus! 🙂

@chrisrfan Жыл бұрын

I am loving the idea of the lightweight containers for a couple of reasons…the older I get, the easier they are to move, plus the weight on my aging deck is always a concern, so the lightweight ones will be much better. 😅 Your plant selection is beautiful as always! The square one and the basket weave ones are my favorites too! ❤

@michaelk3797 Жыл бұрын

One tip I have found when planting my Aquapots, put the slow the release in the water reservoir before you put the soil in. Makes it easier to see and measure it in than dumping in the tube. Also I noticed Laura briefly mentioned removing the plugs but didn’t really explain why that is so important with the inserts. The inserts hold the water, you want to make sure that any excess water has a way to drain out.

@Kylee_Meera Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the explanation. All the others have been more cache pot style so I was really confused why the plugs weren't needed

@daisypeony66 Жыл бұрын

I am SO EXCITED for these!! Can’t wait for the progress you show this summer. Hope they are cheaper in cost too than the ceramic. With the removable inserts there is no weep hole to tell when the reservoir is full, bummer. I noticed you didn’t fill your pots with pool noodles, packing shipping materials or other junk before adding your soil 😂😂😂! Thank you for showing the PROPER way to plant a pot!

@amyfrancois9121 Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤Arron’s humor regarding the “pots”!!

@rosemarythyme6351 Жыл бұрын

My eye went straight for the URN planter because we have similar urns in our garden already. Love the classy look!

@garykirk9888 Жыл бұрын

The tone of your voice itself is peaceful I truly think your very talented towards your trade that you’ve been brought up to treasure I pray God continues to bless and keep your family!!!

@melissamiew4056 Жыл бұрын

I'm sure Paul or Bethany are already way ahead of you building those floaters for each pot. Amazing pair.

@barbarathomason5137 Жыл бұрын

I think that someone already suggested getting a skinny plain wood dowel that will fit down your watering tube. Put some water down the tube, stick your wooden dowel down pull it up, kind of like an oil dipstick : )!! Add more water as needed : )!!! Easy peasy : )!!

@SewWhittle Жыл бұрын

I LOVE self-watering pots, but these are SO pricey! Hopefully the lighter weight ones will be more affordable.

@notthatkindofsam Жыл бұрын

They’re really attractive planters and great combination of plant selection for them as usual. Bravo!

@laurischeurich3738 Жыл бұрын

I’m excited about the light weight self-watering pots! All of them look nice! Thanks for testing things out for us! I’ll be watching for the progress.

@judyraffl6717 Жыл бұрын

I am not having that problem so far. I am on the s.e. coast and get rain. I have a hydrangea, clematis and others in self watering pots for two years. I check the soil though and so far so good. Thanks for your advice though, I will keep a closer look.

@snotina Жыл бұрын

love my self watering containers. I use the ones that are self contained. One word of advice, use the containers just for annuals. I tried roses and other perennial plants and they ended up rotting since the soil is consistenly moist.

@aleciahenderson5450 Жыл бұрын

I have a hosta that comes back each year in my tall self watering container. It loves it!

@Sarah-wy5fw Жыл бұрын

Love these pots! Off topic, is that your new patio table behind you? Are you still going to put it by your kitchen brick area? It is so pretty!

@russell_95 Жыл бұрын

Good morning everyone! ☕️🪴

@rosemoss9380 Жыл бұрын

My mother loves her containers, but as she gets up in years, she's not fond of how heavy they are to move around. These will make a wonderful gift for her. I hope they're out by next Mother's Day.

@andreabenson2491 Жыл бұрын

I like the look of the containers, self watering is definitely helpful - the price point may be the game changer🤷 I'm excited to see how they grow!

@marthaschermann5562 Жыл бұрын

Laura, one thing that I noticed you did not pack soil in the bottom of the soil tube Jenny at creekside always does that when she plants a new aquapot. Love these new pots.

@stephaniesharkey3538 Жыл бұрын

I have a self watering pot from Garden Supply Co and they say to fill that tube also!!!!

@conniemcquaid8795 Жыл бұрын

She explained at 2:09 to pack soil into reservoir and it will wick up the water

@belindapace1669 Жыл бұрын

Good morning, Everyone!!

@juliehorney995 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip about the Dramm hose end sprayer. I didn't know I could unscrew the end to fill bottles!

@robingrunzweig3940 Жыл бұрын

so glad they are continuing to work on making these pots affordable and better.. anything the industry does to help us garden (and help them sell plants and pots) is worth the effort to me... need to look over their website and see if i can invest in any of these this year... great information on these, thanks!! and good luck to your superbells 🙏 🥰❤thanks for the video!! 🥰❤

@user-fo6kq1wc6l 22 күн бұрын

It's going to be exciting to see how these do! I agree, they need a float so we know how much water they're using and needing to fill.

@winstonsmith11 Жыл бұрын

I was JUST about to go outside 🌱 The garden can wait

@Audrey.SmilingSticks Жыл бұрын

Totally giggling about Aaron's Eco Grande Plus pot jokes. 😅

@artfuldodger870 9 ай бұрын

Would love to see a video of how the Aquapots are doing. Thanks!

@Splendid123456789 Ай бұрын

Glad the rest of the country can get use out of these fun things! If you're in a zone that gets above 95 degrees, like AZ that gets to 118 to 125 during the summer, from what I'm researching, you can't pull that off, your plants will cook in the water. I've tried hydroponics in those temps and it just doesn't work. Maybe for Fall crops is the hottest areas. God bless you guys, these look so handy!

@beverlycasson2453 Ай бұрын

Our garden club plants flowers every year in bigger. Containers and set them around our village that are self watering we keep adding more every year I think we are done now it looks so pretty in our village plus they add hanging baskets on poles to match the flowers in the pot it looks so nice.

@salimorton641 Жыл бұрын

I am excited about these pots. I saw the advertisement about them from Jack Barnwell. And Laura telling us we can buy just the inserts made my day! I have four pots I need those for here in 9b west central Florida. No more fried plants!

@barkavebullies Жыл бұрын

Gardener's Supply has an Adjustable Self-Watering Insert for Pots & Planters. removeable for different applications as well as cleanable. Has float for water level indication. It's a new design from the old one. I have 2 of their older versions and they work very well.

@dianequist835 Жыл бұрын

So glad you brought this up! I wanted to check the comments before I said anything. And YES! They work great.

@rtshaw3621 Жыл бұрын

Gardeners Supply is a great company. Thanks for the tip.

@2ManyTomatoes Жыл бұрын

I love Gardeners' old version and have many of them. These Aqua Pot inserts look like a terrific design improvement on what already works so well.

@abbydipietro2630 Жыл бұрын

Happy Monday! 😊

@venusgarden959 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

@nicholasmuni7995 Жыл бұрын

Russell looks fine sorry for trying to alarm you, I should know better if something was wrong with Russell you would take care of it. The way you love your chickens, says it all. Thank you .

@nancyft1 Жыл бұрын

For next to no money you can make an indicator. Drill a tiny hole about halfway down the center of a wine cork, then insert a piece of 1/8 inch dowel. Pop it in your fill neck when the reservoir is empty, and make a mark around the dowel with a permanent marker where the top of the fill neck and the dowel meet. You can also mark it at the point where the reservoir is full. Paint it or color with markers or cover with duct tape if you want it to be decorative. Thanks, Laura and Aaron, for your enthusiastic and consistent efforts to make all of us better gardeners.

@cindythompson1958 Жыл бұрын

Laura I also struggle with calabracoas so I feel your pain 😢

@laurenwellman2516 Жыл бұрын

I love these lightweight containers, especially the cream colored ones. I have one very similar to the Boston Urn. The nice thing about the resin containers is that they can handle my cold winters. And with this type of removable reservoir, these will be a lot easier to store.

@dabblingwithbonsai Жыл бұрын

Pretty pots! Very pretty flower arrangements! 💚💚💚 I'd probably measure how much the water reservoir can hold first, before filling it with soil and plants and water it with a can later on.... Of course it would get tiring with many pots but if there were just a few. A DIY measuring stick: a styrofoam or other light floating object with a light (plastic?) stick in the filling tube and marking the stick when doing the water measurement. No I'm not an engineer 🤭

@susanhenley8240 Жыл бұрын

I've watched a few DIY videos for self-watering containers. A few of those videos used a thin wooden dowel with a wine cork on the end... insert into the watering tube. When the dowel cannot be seen, the cork has floated down and therefor the container needs water. When filling the container with water, the cork floats up.

@marmaladesunrise Жыл бұрын

Love Aaron being in the vids with Laura. Interesting experiment.

@dianequist835 Жыл бұрын

Ditto!

@lavidawithjoey Жыл бұрын

I am working to create my own self-watering containers (thank you to Jack Barnwell and Garden Answer for the inspiration) so thank you for the feedback related to current issues. Including a water indicator is possible but it needs to be included in the original design in order to be molded. It is even more difficult with ceramic. I am struggling to implement a water meter that doesn't negatively impact the form or function. Coming soon! Hopefully Jack and his team figure it out first. They always present a great finished product

@rosemarythyme6351 Жыл бұрын

Good luck to you!

@carolwarmoth8744 Жыл бұрын

Awesome, hope you’re successful 👍

@fredstone6118 Жыл бұрын

Yes could use a cork and a length coat hanger also but a dowel rod is a great idea too. So glad they came out with the resin pots, easier to move and store in Michigan winters.

@ayeshasalam2300 Жыл бұрын

You have a dream place Laura, your amazing dedication and creativity is contagious and inspiring, your beautiful babies and kitties are an adorable additional joy

@leannbakht8822 Жыл бұрын

Love love love the new designs. !!!!

@gmrrnracr 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for demonstrating your preparation techniques. I would like to kindly request follow up videos to see how well your plants grew. Thank you

@shortielove1992 Жыл бұрын

So excited for these to launch!

@julsg123 Жыл бұрын

So happy they will be selling the inserts!!! Your plants combinations are stunning!

@maureenmckenna5220 Жыл бұрын

Yes, the self watering component is out there. Found it for $29 at Garden Supply. I believe the water base holder is adjustable to different size pots.

@patticraven6610 Жыл бұрын

Oh this will be be a fun experiment to watch over the summer season! While I watched you guys put the shade one up by the house I thought what an awesome place to sit with a morning coffee or an evening drink and enjoy all those lush plants and the views in front of you! Can’t wait to see which area you choose to plant next! Would love to see some planting up by the house where that huge gorgeous water fountain is!

@bevmaloney7110 Жыл бұрын

I totally agree about the water level. I've tried self watering and never knew when they were full.

@violetamayer6298 Жыл бұрын

The plant combinations are beautiful 😊👍👏🌱🌿🌸 and so are the pots. Can't wait to see how they do

@judgemenot.gardener6563 Жыл бұрын

Love these pots!

@gardensbyjudylevy8031 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to have those inserts available for purchase. Loved all your combinations

@linsmith2310 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous planting, lov Ur color Eye, what a fun project and Beautifully 😊 Can't wait for next year's for ordering, great lightweight solution!! We hv been loving ❤ Ur videos,schooling and passing on Ur Gifts in Beauty's, Thank U!! Missed a few names of plants, we get spoiled with Ur extra added details into information of products in a listing format. Lov and Enjoying all Ur Beauty's 💖

@Rita_Tamang Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing beautiful pots

@KipperCzapla-tg7rb Жыл бұрын

Great planters! Will be fun to watch their progress. Love the large urn and plants you chose!!

@graffic13 Жыл бұрын

Yes still think those " climbing iceberg" roses need to go on the orchard back fence and the shrub style ones in the corners of the fence and maybe @ the posts 😁😁😁😁😁

@CashBearMama Жыл бұрын

This sounds so wonderful! I need it ❤❤❤

@lorraineclark7455 Жыл бұрын

What a good-looking product!

@pamelasgardenparty1945 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love all the pots and your choice of color plants. 😊😊😊

@windflower5010 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful!

@patriciaflores2776 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Laura & Aaron pretty flower combos and containers🌞🌺

@wynorawishum5860 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful plants and nice pots. Looking forward to seeing how they perform.

@conniep.4408 Жыл бұрын

So excited about the AquaPot inserts!

@sharons7949 Жыл бұрын

Garden Answer has a self water unit to adjust and fit in most pots. I have had good luck with that one. I may have to try one of these when I need to replace a pot.

@rgve3144 Жыл бұрын

So excited for these too! Anytime you plant containers, I get excited to watch 😁

@roselewis24 Жыл бұрын

That purple container looks amazing can’t wait to see how it grows in.

@kathynorris2371 Жыл бұрын

Another beautiful amazing job!

@jennyboivin6184 Жыл бұрын

I love that PW made these with resin, I will definitely be looking into them next year. I love the plant choices, that purple superbells-lovely!

@adoster2008 Жыл бұрын

Love these new self watering pots for 2024!

@marinbandel2574 Жыл бұрын

Good morning Laura and Aaron! Good luck on the superbells!!! Hugs from N.C..❤️

@katemoore3787 Жыл бұрын

My favorite is the shade container. I love the trailing plants and coleus.

@robertparker8669 Жыл бұрын

Wowzie. Love them all. Nice for us older folks.

@lesleycoren249 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see the outcome of the self watering pots as always they look amazing

@sherrywhitaker3369 Жыл бұрын

Excited about these light weight, self watering pots!!!

@marywilson373 Жыл бұрын

Whoa that’s Awesome!

@j.miller9700 Жыл бұрын

I like your big heavy pots, but being old and not having a big man around, I prefer the new pots. Much easier for older people to move around. Beautiful planters.

@mariacosta6086 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous pots❤️❤️❤️

@ladonnahowell7151 Жыл бұрын

Love these!

@jltest5230 Жыл бұрын

They all turned out beautiful .

@juliemartell1071 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful arrangements! Can’t wait to see how the pots do.

@juliafiore120 Жыл бұрын

Good morning, Laura ☕️ I’m so excited for these new pots! I too love the basket weave look and agree, they need a float. I wonder if there’s a DIY to build one perhaps with a stick and wine cork? Have a Blessed Day 😊🐈

@danavanderheyden2813 Жыл бұрын

Just got back from a weeks vacation and really could have used something like this on all my potted flowers! I am definitely going to look into this for next year! Thanks for the information. Please keep us updated on how this works out for you!