Pepin Olla – Terracotta Self-Watering System

• Natural self-watering – porous terracotta gradually releases water into the surrounding compost
• Ideal for pots 15cm+ – Pepin recommends its classic Ollas for medium and larger plant pots
• Useful while you're away – helps keep houseplants hydrated during short trips and holidays
• Easy plant care – simply bury, fill and refill when empty
• Made from natural materials – 100% natural terracotta with a cork stopper
• Handmade in Portugal – crafted by ceramic artisans near Leiria
• A great gift for plant lovers – practical plant care that also looks beautiful amongst houseplants

Gently bury the Olla in the plant's compost, positioning it close to the plant and leaving the neck and opening above the soil.

Fill it with water and replace the cork stopper. The natural porosity of the terracotta allows moisture to gradually pass into the surrounding compost as the plant uses it.

Check the Olla periodically and refill it once empty. In normal indoor conditions this is often around once a week, although thirstier plants, warmer rooms and different pot sizes can change how quickly the water is used.

Occasionally rinse the Olla with clean water to help remove any mineral build-up.

Pepin recommends its classic Ollas for plant pots measuring 15cm in diameter or more. For pots smaller than 15cm, Pepin's Mini Ollas are designed to take up less space in the compost.

Ollas are particularly useful for common houseplants that appreciate regular moisture, including Monstera, pothos, peace lilies and Ficus.

Every plant is different, so continue to check the compost and adjust your watering routine to suit the individual plant. Plants such as cacti and many succulents prefer their compost to dry considerably between waterings and may be better suited to conventional watering.

Dimensions: 9.5 × 9.5 × 17cm
Capacity: 25cl / 250ml
Material: 100% natural terracotta
Stopper: Natural cork
Made in: Portugal

Pepin Ollas are handmade by ceramic artisans in the Leiria region of Portugal, an area with a long tradition of ceramics. Because each Olla is handmade from natural clay, slight differences in texture, finish and surface markings are normal and make each piece unique.

What is an Olla?
An Olla is a porous clay vessel used for slow irrigation. When filled with water and buried in soil, moisture gradually passes through the terracotta into the surrounding compost.

How does a Pepin Olla work?
Fill the Olla with water and the microporous terracotta gradually releases moisture directly into the surrounding soil. As the Olla empties, simply fill it again.

How often do I need to refill a Pepin Olla?
Pepin recommends filling it approximately once a week. How long a refill lasts will depend on the plant, pot size, temperature and growing conditions, so check yours regularly until you get a feel for how quickly your plant uses the water.

Can I use a Pepin Olla while I'm on holiday?
Yes. An Olla can help keep houseplants hydrated while you're away for a short period. Fill it before leaving; for longer trips, we'd still recommend making appropriate arrangements for your plants rather than relying on a single refill.

What size plant pot is a Pepin Olla suitable for?
The classic Pepin Olla is recommended for pots around 15cm in diameter or larger. For pots smaller than 15cm, Pepin makes Mini Ollas specifically for smaller plants.

Which houseplants can I use it with?
It works particularly well for houseplants that appreciate regular moisture, such as Monstera, pothos, peace lilies and Ficus. Always take the watering requirements of the individual plant into account.

Is a Pepin Olla suitable for cacti and succulents?
Plants that prefer to dry substantially between waterings generally need a different watering routine. For cacti and many succulents, we would usually recommend conventional watering instead.

Do you deliver Pepin Ollas across the UK?
Yes. We offer tracked UK delivery from our Edinburgh shop, subject to our usual delivery areas and restrictions.