Terracotta irrigation spikes are a great solution for thirsty plants and can be used both indoors and outdoors.
Simply submerge the spikes in water for 1-2 hours to absorb moisture. Soaking them will allow water to move more freely when in use. Make a hole in the soil, big enough for the spike and gently push it down. Fill a long neck bottle (a wine bottle works well) with water and insert it, upside down, into the spike.
Due to terracotta's porous nature, it allows air and water to move freely. The water will be released gradually into the surrounding soil, preventing your plants from drying out. Especially useful during a heatwave or if you're planning a trip.
Please note: As these irrigation spikes are made from natural terracotta, colour variations may occur. The product you receive may appear lighter in tone than the images shown. This is a natural characteristic of the material and does not affect performance or quality.
Dimensions 5.1cm x 5.6cm x 17.6cm
Available singly or as a pack of five
Reviews
Ten irrigation spikes arrived and we promptly immersed them in water as instructed. They were then placed around our garden in pots and close to young trees. The water is retained for many days so they are perfect for holidays. I stupidly applied too much pressure on one (by pressing down on a bottle inserted into the spike) to force is deeper into the earth - the spike shattered. Lesson: insert your spikes to correct depth before inserting a bottle. We will be ordering more!
These are great and easy to plant close to plants that i want to keep hydrated... I now have 15 of them dotted in the garden as well as having a few Ollas. Really helped last year that was hot so bought these 5 for new additions to the garden...
Left the spikes in my greenhouse plants while we were away for four days and they worked brilliantly despite the hot weather. I'm so pleased with them and importantly, no plastic is involved in the purchase, packaging and product. Win win!
Another great delivery from Shell on Earth. Irrigation spikes this time which are proving invaluable in this hot weather. Will definitely be ordering more when back in stock. Items really well packaged. Thank you for a brilliant service. X
I have followed instructions for use. I was surprised how quickly the water evaporates into my pots, I thought it would have been a slower process. I have had to top the water up on day 2.