Don’t quite have the green thumb you were hoping for? The Melphoe self-watering hanging planter will immediately improve the health of your hanging plants. Using a simple, nested design that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, this affordable planter will amp up your greenery with far less maintenance and guesswork. Designed to work both indoors and out, you can easily plant and nurture your favorite flowers, herbs and houseplants. Just find the right spot to hang the pots, depending on the individual plant’s light needs, and watch them soak up the love.
You might know that proper watering is a critical part of success when it comes to gardening, yet it’s not quite as simple as it might seem. This is especially true with indoor plants, because their requirements can vary drastically. In fact, underwatering and overwatering are two of the most common downfalls of even the most common houseplants. Self-watering planters, on the other hand, give your plants a much better chance to survive and thrive. And you can get a two-pack of the Melphoe self-watering hanging planters for just $17.
Watch your houseplants and flowers thrive with this pair of self-watering hanging basket pots. It takes the guesswork out of when to water your plants and makes it possible for anyone to earn a green thumb.
How I found the Melphoe self-watering planters
I love being surrounded by plants and growing annuals, perennials, herbs and veggies — but that’s outdoors. Which is why I also adore houseplants. We know they offer psychological benefits as well as general good vibes, yet keeping these plants healthy has been a challenge for me in the past. I often forget to water them, and before I know it, it’s too late to correct my oversight.
Self-watering planters are the perfect bandage for neglectful plant owners. I first started using this technology with outdoor hanging baskets, which immediately extended the life of my petunias, geraniums and other summer annuals. It was then I decided to apply the same success with my indoor plants. With multiple translucent colors to choose from and an amazing price point of $17 for two pots, the Melphoe self-watering hanging planters were a no-brainer.
Not only do these planters have a simple design, but self-watering pots are simple to use as well — using a cotton rope system for the plant to directly absorb water into its roots. In addition, I appreciated its streamlined nested system, which makes it simple to water. Just lift up the pot holding your plant and add water to the base to create a clean, minimalist design. You can see plant science working right in front of your eyes.
At first glance, the self-watering planter looks like glass, but it’s actually plastic on both the inner and outer pot. It was incredibly easy to put together, snaking the rope through the designated spots. Then I just had to plant my houseplants, add water and hang. When I moved two of my favorite houseplants into these, I saw them perk up and thrive within a few short weeks.
Why they’re a score
After doing a ton of research, these are some of the best-looking hanging options for self-watering planters. Plus, the price is almost too good to be true, with two pots going for less than $20. I like that it comes in multiple colors, but ultimately, I decided to go with the white ones to match the rest of my decor.
These are so helpful that I’d like to say that all pots should come with a built-in watering system, allowing plants to absorb exactly what each one needs. Even one of my most desperate-looking plants took off after I switched the pot, now looking finally ready to bloom.
As an avid gardener, I’ve gone through a lot of different pots and containers over the years. It’s easy to impulse buy when you find something cute at the gardening center — even if you know it won’t be the best for retaining water or creating a well-aerated environment. Yet, I’ve found that all the self-watering planters I’ve bought project a much longer garden life than regular pots. My only wish for these Melphoe self-watering hanging planters is that they were offered in a larger size.
A great treat for any of your leafy friends, these pots also make a great gift for a holiday, birthday or even a housewarming gift. And for those of us who like to take last-minute trips, it also means you don’t have to get someone in to do the watering. Because, let’s face it, plants need love too — and these self-watering pots are the simplest way to give them the boost they need to thrive.
