Bergs Potter Viva Self-Watering Pot

The Bergs Potter Viva Self-Watering Pot combines elegant Scandinavian design with a clever watering system that helps keep plants consistently hydrated. Crafted from breathable raw terracotta, Viva uses a discreet wick to draw water upwards from the spacious saucer below, supplying moisture gradually to the compost.

Bergs Potter designed Viva with fresh herbs in mind, but its self-watering system also makes it a beautiful choice for suitable houseplants that enjoy steady moisture. The softly tapered shape supports delicate stems, while the subtly narrowed top helps reduce evaporation.

Available in Rosa Terracotta and Grey Terracotta in two sizes, Viva offers a practical and attractive way to grow herbs and plants indoors with less frequent watering.

Why you'll love it

• Self-watering design helps maintain more consistent moisture around the roots.
• Concealed water reservoir is neatly incorporated within the spacious saucer.
• Fine watering wick connects the compost to the water below.
• Breathable terracotta allows air to reach the roots naturally.
• Narrowed rim helps support delicate growth and reduce evaporation.
• Ideal for herbs and suitable houseplants that prefer evenly moist compost.
• Pot, saucer and wick included for a complete self-watering system.

How the self-watering system works

A fine wick connects the compost inside the pot with the water held in the saucer below. Water travels gradually upwards through the wick, allowing the roots to absorb moisture from beneath rather than relying entirely on watering from above.

This gentle watering method helps keep the foliage dry while providing a steadier supply of moisture around the roots. As long as there is water in the saucer, the wick can continue drawing it upwards into the pot.

How to set up your Bergs Potter Viva

1. Thoroughly moisten both the terracotta pot and the wick.
2. Thread the wet wick through the holes in the base of the pot.
3. Fill the saucer with water and place the planted pot on top.
4. Keep water in the saucer to prevent the pot and compost from drying out.

There is plenty of room to plant directly into Viva, although freshly bought herbs may also be placed inside without immediately repotting where their existing container fits comfortably. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

What can I grow in Viva?

Viva was designed especially for culinary herbs with compact growth or delicate foliage. It is particularly well suited to plants that prefer consistent moisture, including:

• Basil
• Parsley
• Coriander
• Mint
• Dill
• Other compact culinary herbs
• Suitable moisture-loving houseplants

Avoid using Viva for plants that prefer their compost to dry fully between waterings, such as most cacti and succulents.

Choosing the right size

Choose a size that comfortably accommodates your plant's root ball while leaving space around it for fresh compost. The 12cm Viva is ideal for smaller herbs and young plants, while the 14cm version provides additional growing room for larger or more established plants.

Pot diameter	Height
12cm	15cm
14cm	17cm

Rosa or Grey terracotta?

Rosa Terracotta has the warm, softly blushed appearance associated with traditional Italian terracotta. It pairs beautifully with natural wood, warm neutrals and colourful kitchen interiors.

Grey Terracotta offers a cooler, more understated finish that works particularly well in contemporary and minimalist spaces.

Good to know

• Made from breathable raw terracotta.
• Available in Rosa Terracotta and Grey Terracotta.
• Available in 12cm and 14cm sizes.
• Supplied with a coordinating saucer and watering wick.
• Designed for planting directly into the terracotta pot.
• Each piece may show subtle variations in tone and texture due to the natural material.
• Best suited to indoor use or sheltered settings.

Why choose a self-watering terracotta pot?

A self-watering pot can help create more stable growing conditions by providing moisture gradually from below. This is particularly useful for herbs and plants that dislike drying out completely or being repeatedly soaked from above.

Viva combines this practical watering method with the natural benefits of terracotta. The clay remains breathable, while the concealed reservoir and wick help reduce the amount of day-to-day attention required.

Style tip: Place Viva on a bright kitchen windowsill or worktop with fresh herbs within easy reach for cooking. Its softly tapered profile also makes an attractive home for compact foliage plants elsewhere in the house.

Explore more handcrafted designs in our Bergs Potter collection.