Moisture status at a glance
The clear 18 cm indicator uses a cotton core that appears blue when moist and white when dry.
Updated 3 months ago
Lechuza
Lechuza Water Level Indicator and Wick Set
Replacement wick and indicator components for Lechuza self-watering systems. These parts help maintain reservoir-fed moisture control in planters.
$12.99
CategoryWatering Globes & Spikes
Product Highlights
The most important capabilities and tradeoffs at a glance.
Supports reservoir-fed watering
The wick installs through pre-made planter-liner holes to provide capillary action from the reservoir to the substrate.
For varied planter conditions
Designed for terrestrial and potted plants in soil, mineral substrates, or mixtures, the recycled-plastic components are UV- and frost-resistant for indoor or outdoor use.
The Lechuza Water Level Indicator and Wick Set is a replacement component set for Lechuza self-watering systems, with an 18 cm indicator and wick-based capillary water delivery for indoor or outdoor planters.
Media Reviews
Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.
The Top Zone8.2/10
Lechuza Classico Planter 28" Review | The Top Zone
The reviewer describes the self-watering reservoir and indicator as a meaningful and reliable feature that reduces daily watering effort, though notes the planter comes at a premium price.
The Top Zone
Gardening Products Review
Lechuza Cilindro Cottage Self-Watering Planter: Product Review
The reviewer found the self-watering planter to be an excellent product that she strongly recommends, noting the water level indicator is easy to read and effectively reduces the frequency of watering.
Monica
Gardening For My Future
Review of Lechuza Self-Watering Planter | Gardening For My Future
The reviewer praises the self-watering system and indicator as a game-changer that eliminates guessing games and helps maintain consistent plant health.
Gardening For My Future
ToddsSeeds.com
Lechuza Cilindro Cottage 23 Self-Watering Planter Review – Welcome
The reviewer highlights that the Lechuza irrigation system takes the guesswork out of watering, and the water level indicator helps ensure plants are never over or under-watered.
Todd Snively
Video Analysis
Product walkthroughs, comparisons, and long-form video reviews.
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6:49
5 quick tips store bought self watering pots
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43,725 views · 5 years ago
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1:36
Lechuza self-watering Planter Glossy Cube
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11,391 views · 6 years ago
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17:46
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4,112 views · 5 years ago
I Talk To My Plants · youtube
14:57
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Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
Decorative Styleclear/transparent indicator with color-changing cotton core (blue for moist, white for dry)
Dimensions18 cm (watering indicator measuring stick length)
Frost ResistanceYes
Indoor Outdoor Useboth (indoor and outdoor)
Installation MethodInsert the water level indicator 7–8 cm deep into the substrate (left permanently); wick is inserted into the planter liner via pre-made holes for capillary action
MaterialRecycled plastic (water level indicator and set accessories)
Plant CompatibilityTerrestrial/potted plants, all plant substrates (soil, mineral substrates, and mixtures)
Price(USD)12.99 USD
Uv ResistanceYes
Water Release RateCapillary/wick-mediated (rate not specified)
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