CLAY POT IRRIGATION is a passive irrigation system that has been used for at least 2000 years by many ancient civilizations, in Africa, China and even here in the Americas. So we know it works!
These new terracotta spikes that I have purchased (and I'm loving so far), are based on the principle of soil moisture tension which allows water and air to flow back and forth across a porous layer like unglazed terracotta. The clay pots made for the purpose of irrigation are often referred to as "ollas"pronouncd OYA!)
Terracotta (Italian: [ˌtɛrraˈkɔtta]; lit. 'baked earth') is a porous material made from clay that is fired at relatively low temperatures for a long time. For the purposes of irrigation, unglazed terracotta is used.
Now I have made "ollas" from terracotta pots lying around in my gardens, and while I am A huge fan of the look, and the color, I am not a huge fan of using terracotta pots for my plants, because the material tends to pull water from the soil and evaporate it through the surface, It is that same property that makes it ideal for this passive irrigation system.
As I continue to use these and learn more about them, I will post several videos on what I'm learning so that you have the information that you need should you decide to purchase these spikes.
Also know that I'm *not sponsored* by any of the companies making these products, so I will be sharing with you my honest-to-goodness opinion about them - what's working for me, and what isn't!
Lastly, if you have used these before and have a perspective, please do share in the comments. Also please do ask any questions, and I will answer them if I can, or experiment to find the answer!
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