- 3 Liter In-Ground Olla Reservoir
- Slow-Release Moisture
- Built-In Refill Indicator Ball
- Gardens, Raised Beds, & Large Containers
Plant Nanny Olla In-Ground Waterer (3L) is a simple way to keep plants evenly watered without standing over them with a hose every day. You bury the olla up to its neck, fill the 3-liter reservoir, and it releases water slowly beneath the soil surface right where roots are growing. That steady, below-grade moisture encourages deeper rooting and helps reduce plant stress in heat. We recommend it for thirsty garden beds and big planters where consistent watering is the difference between “hanging on” and steady growth.
The refill indicator makes it easy to gauge refill status. The indicator ball rises when the olla is full and drops as the reservoir empties, so you can tell at a glance when it needs more water. Because it waters from below, you’re also less likely to splash soil onto leaves or waste water to evaporation, especially in sunny, windy spots.
Product Specs
- Capacity: 3 liters
- Watering method: Subsoil, slow-release watering
- Installation: Bury up to the neck, leave lid exposed
- Refill indicator: Floating ball shows water level
Product Tips
- Install the olla first, then plant around it so roots grow toward the moisture source.
- Dampen the soil before burying to make placement easier and help the olla start wicking sooner.
- Place it close to the plant’s main root zone, but not pressing against the stem.
- Refill when the indicator ball drops near the lid.
- In hot weather, check daily at first until you learn how fast your soil and plants draw it down.
FAQs
What does an olla do differently than surface watering?
It releases water underground near the roots, which reduces evaporation and keeps moisture more consistent in the root zone.
How to use the Plant Nanny 3L Olla In-Ground Waterer?
Choose a spot near the plant’s root zone, dig a hole, and bury the olla up to the neck with the lid exposed. Fill the reservoir with water, then replace the lid and indicator ball. Watch the ball level; when it drops near the lid, refill the olla.
Where can I use this 3 liter size?
It’s designed for in-ground gardens, raised beds, and larger container gardens where a bigger reservoir helps stretch time between refills.
Will it prevent overwatering?
It helps reduce overwatering by delivering moisture slowly as surrounding soil dries, but you’ll still want to match refill frequency to plant needs and weather.
What guarantee comes with it?
It’s covered under A.M. Leonard’s 30-Day Down to Earth Guarantee.
- SKU:
- 1235PN3OLLA1-4GE-AML
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