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title: "How do we feel about “self-watering” pots? The kind with the rope at…"
description: "How do we feel about “self-watering” pots? The kind with the rope at the bottom. Are they good, or just a gimmick? Does it just depend on the plant? Asking for…"
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# How do we feel about “self-watering” pots? The kind with the rope at…

_Posted by Altheo on 2026-09-07_

How do we feel about “self-watering” pots? The kind with the rope at the bottom. Are they good, or just a gimmick? Does it just depend on the plant? Asking for a friend so share your thoughts and experiences! 🤭

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## 12 comments

### Sondra commented on 2026-09-08

I think it depends on the plant. A self watering pot has been great for my rattlesnake Calathea that wants consistent moisture, but it’s probably not so good for plants that like to dry out a lot between waterings. I also have an aglaonema that came in a self watering pot and I decided to keep using it since the plant looked good, and honestly it seems to be working out just fine, it’s throwing out a couple new leaves and looks healthy.

### Let Her Grow commented on 2026-09-09

Depends on the plant. I’ve had this peace lily for about 7 years and she’s been in a self watering pot for the last 3 years and has grown like crazy since making the transition.

They are a love/hate relationship for me. So I’ve got my select few plants that have them 😝

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