Self-watering planters are sometimes called “sub-irrigated planters” or SIPs, because your plants get to “sip” water whenever they want. Our version uses inexpensive perforated drain pipe with a ...

Make a drainage hole - To allow excess water to escape from the DIY self-watering planter, drill a small hole into the side ...

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