The modern day Olla is here and it's brilliant!
An olla is a type of ceramic or clay pot traditionally used for cooking and storing food. The word "olla" comes from the Spanish word for pot. These pots are often used in gardens as a simple and effective method for irrigation, where they are buried in the ground with their necks above the soil. Water seeps through the pot's porous body, saturating the surrounding soil and providing moisture to plant roots. In cuisine, ollas are used to prepare a wide range of dishes, including stews, soups, and rice dishes. These pots are typically handmade and can be decorated with various designs and patterns. Ollas may range in size from small to large, and their shapes can vary depending on their intended use.
Our watering spikes are designed to work the same way as an olla, but are smaller so use up less gardening space and work well with reused wine bottles. Win win.
The terracotta watering spikes come in packs of 8. No wine bottles included, you will just have to have a glass or two until you have enough bottles collected up!🍷
Materials
Materials
Colour
Colour
Dimensions
Dimensions
How it's made to help you
How it's made to help you
Other useful information
Other useful information
Buried in the soil and used to water plants by slow seepage. One of the main benefits of using an watering spike is water conservation. Unlike traditional watering methods, these watering spikes only release the amount of water needed by the plant, which can save up to 70% of water usage. The watering spikes also reduce surface runoff, evaporation, and soil compaction, which helps conserve soil moisture and improve soil structure.