Water Level
A discreet indicator displays the water level so you know exactly when it's time to refill.
How it works
Repot once. water every few weeks.
Every Plantwell planter runs on a hidden reservoir and Grava, a soil-free substrate of lava rock and tree fern fiber. Set it up once and the planter takes care of the daily watering.
Three Steps
Repot
Rinse the soil off the roots and set the plant in Grava. About ten minutes, once.
Fill
Pour water into the opening until the red gauge reads MAX.
Refill
When the gauge drops, fill again. Every three to four weeks for most plants.
What to expect in the first month
Some fine roots will drop when you rinse the soil off. That's normal. The plant grows new water roots into the Grava over two to three weeks. Refill once or twice in that first stretch while the substrate hydrates, then settle into the monthly rhythm. Never fill past MAX.
WHAT'S INSIDE?
THE PLANTWELL DIFFERENCE
High Quality Ceramics
Torrey and Leucadia hand thrown artisan stoneware.
Water Reservoir
A hidden reservoir delivers steady hydration for weeks at a time.
Premium Lava Rock
Grown in porous lava rock to promote healthy roots and reduce pests.
Self Watering Design
An integrated system that provides consistent moisture to the plant when it needs it.
Why no soil
No gnats, no compaction, no overwatering, no guessing when to water.
Grava is lava rock and tree fern fiber. The rock wicks and keeps air around the roots; the fiber holds moisture and feeds the plant for about a year. Refresh the top layer yearly.
Refill rhythm
How often, honestly
1–2 weeks
First few refills
While the Grava soaks up water and the plant settles in.
3–4 weeks
After that
Bigger, thirstier plants and sunny windows land at the shorter end.
About a year
Before a Grava top-up
Grava feeds the plant for about a year, then top it up with a refill.
Tap water is fine.
Which Plants?
Love it
- Monstera
- Pothos
- Philodendron
- rubber tree
- Money Tree
- many more.....
Hate it
Cacti and most succulents, and anything that wants to dry out completely between waterings.
Not sure about yours? Email support@plantwell.co with a photo and we'll tell you.
FAQ
The red gauge isn't moving
The red gauge isn't moving
It can stick sometimes; jiggle it if you think it may be stuck especially on the first fill.
| Pot Type | Size | Width x Height |
|---|---|---|
| Leucadia | Medium | 7.5" x 7.8" |
| Large | 8.5" x 8.7" | |
| Pacific | Medium | 6.5" x 6.7" |
| Large | 7.8" x 8" | |
| Mesa | Medium | 6.5" x 6.7" |
I overfilled it
I overfilled it
Tilt the planter gently to let water out of the opening.
Tap or filtered water?
Tap or filtered water?
Tap is fine
