SPICEPOT – herb pot with built-in water reservoir.

Excess water collects at the bottom of the SPICEPOT. The herb pot inside is raised off the bottom and is therefore not directly in contact with the water. Once the plant has developed water roots, it can absorb the stored moisture on its own.

The SPICEPOT collects any excess water from watering in its built-in water reservoir. This means there is no need for an additional saucer or tray. As a result, your windowsill, worktop and dining table stay clean and free from any overflowing water.

Yes. Standard herb pots in particular often contain very little soil and therefore dry out quickly. The SPICEPOT’s additional water reservoir helps to ensure a more even supply of water – particularly for basil, parsley, chives and mint.

Young or newly planted plants often have not yet formed water roots that reach down into the reservoir. During this transitional phase, the free wick establishes a connection between the water reservoir and the potting compost. It transports moisture upwards until the plant can draw water from the reservoir independently.

The wick is threaded through an opening in the base of the plant pot. Part of it lies in the potting soil, whilst the lower end extends into the water reservoir. This allows water to be transported from the reservoir to the soil via the principle of capillary action. You can find perfectly fitting and larger plant pots in our shop as accessories.

The raised planting area separates the herb pot from the water reservoir, thereby reducing the risk of the roots being constantly submerged in water. However, the reservoir should not be kept filled to the brim at all times. Water requirements depend on the plant, its location and the time of year.

The inner liner prevents direct contact between the plant, the water used for watering and the concrete. This ensures that the growing environment remains unaffected by the concrete and that the pH level in the planting area remains constant. At the same time, the liner can be easily removed and cleaned.

Yes. Small herb pots contain only a small amount of soil and therefore have a low water-holding capacity. They dry out particularly quickly in hot weather. The built-in reservoir provides an additional water supply and reduces the risk of the herbs drying out between waterings.

To ensure particularly precise watering, matching Urbanature hydro pots and water level indicators are available. The hydro pots can also be used with soil and feature a slot for the water level indicator. This makes it easy to see how much water is left in the reservoir – eliminating the need for guesswork when watering.

The SPICEPOT is particularly suitable for kitchen herbs that require regular watering, such as basil, parsley, chives, mint or lemon balm. Mediterranean herbs such as thyme, rosemary, sage or oregano should be watered more sparingly.

A suitable herb pot can be placed directly into the SPICEPOT. For long-term use and better control of watering, we recommend a suitable Urbanature hydroponic pot, which is suitable for both soil and hydroponics.

The following items are included in the scope of delivery:

• SPICEPOT made from solid exposed concrete
• removable information label with instructions on correct use
• plastic inner insert that prevents direct contact with the concrete and helps maintain a constant pH level in the planting area
• free water-absorbing wick for plants that have not yet formed their
• own water-absorbing roots extending to the water reservoir

Pflanze, Hydrotopf und Wasserstandsanzeiger sind nicht enthalten und separat im Shop erhältlich.

The plastic inner insert can be removed and washed with warm water. The concrete surface should be wiped down with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Abrasive cleaning agents or harsh household cleaners are not required.