These Mini Planters Evenly Disperse Water to Each Pot
Laura McQuarrie — July 26, 2013 — Eco
References: shapeways & treehugger
These mini planters by Evan Gant are small, but they have a lot going for them. Gant’s ‘Aqueduct Mini Planters’ are 3D-printed, modular and have a built-in trickle down system.
The shallow pots work best for air plants and succulents, because there is not a lot of room for soil. The tiny 3D-printed pods clip onto one another an can be arranged so that they float above and drain any excess water into a larger potted plant. This is a clever system because no water is wasted and it assures that water is spread out evenly among the plants.
Gant’s design is available on Shapeways and includes a mix of double and single-channel planters. There are many ways that this modular unit can be configured, making it ideal for spaces of any size.
The shallow pots work best for air plants and succulents, because there is not a lot of room for soil. The tiny 3D-printed pods clip onto one another an can be arranged so that they float above and drain any excess water into a larger potted plant. This is a clever system because no water is wasted and it assures that water is spread out evenly among the plants.
Gant’s design is available on Shapeways and includes a mix of double and single-channel planters. There are many ways that this modular unit can be configured, making it ideal for spaces of any size.
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