Terracotta Bottle Olla Irrigation Pot | Medium

Traditional watering tool

This sculptural bottle-shaped olla irrigation pot blends seamlessly into your garden while delivering deep hydration at the roots — perfect for holidays, busy weeks, or dry Australian summers. Each olla is made from natural red terracotta clay and fired at high temperatures for strength. It has a removable terracotta lid for keeping debris out. 

How to use an olla

Crafted from natural terracotta, the porous clay walls slowly release water into the soil, encouraging strong, drought-resilient plants while reducing evaporation and water waste. Simply bury the olla up to the narrow neck, fill with water and cover with the included lid to keep out debris.

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Low-maintenance watering

Whether tucked among herbs, placed in a vegetable bed, or anchored in a native garden, this clay watering pot is a simple, low-maintenance way to keep your plants healthy. It’s equally at home indoors in larger pots, offering a natural self-watering system for thirsty plants.

Details:

• Size: approx. 20cm x 7cm
• Material: natural terracotta (each piece unique, may show natural variations)
• Includes lid to minimise evaporation and debris
• Fired at high temperatures for strength

A timeless solution with modern relevance, this olla is as efficient as it is beautiful — a sustainable irrigation system that works in harmony with your garden.