Tools to Water Plants While Away

The problem, in plain words: “I need a way to keep my plants watered when I’m away on vacation.”

Blumat Classic Automatic Watering System fits best, with 7 more that fit too.

You want your plants watered while you are away on vacation, without relying on being home to water them.

Updated September 2026.

What fits

1/4 passive watering device

Blumat Classic Automatic Watering Systemstrong · 95

Its passive clay-cone system draws water from a reservoir as the soil dries, and the maker specifically recommends it for holidays and extended trips.

Best for: Travelers who want a simple, power-free way to water indoor plants while away.

Same approach: Hozelock Aquasolo Universal 88 · Blumat Classic 85

2/4 plant-sitting marketplace

Watering Can Appstrong · 91

It connects plant owners with local plantsitters for vacation watering and lets owners enter the dates they need covered.

Best for: People who want another person to water their plants while they travel.

Caveat: Plantsitter availability depends on your area.

3/4 automated irrigation system

GARDENA Holiday Watering Setstrong · 90

This pump-and-reservoir kit automatically drip-waters up to 36 potted plants while you travel, without needing a tap connection.

Best for: People with many indoor potted plants who want automatic watering during a holiday.

Caveat: It needs a nearby power outlet.

Same approach: PlantMate 87 · GARDENA Urlaubsbewässerung-Set 86

4/4 self-watering planter

LECHUZA Sub-Irrigation Self-Watering Systemstrong · 80

Its planter reservoir and capillary watering system are designed to let plants draw water between refills, including while their owner is away.

Best for: Plant owners considering a self-watering planter for trips lasting several days.

Caveat: The maker describes a 12-week growing-in phase and dry periods of roughly 2–10 days between refills, depending on planter size.

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