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Gardener shares simple hack to keep plants watered when on vacation: 'Such a gr…
Finding someone to water your plants while you’re on vacation doesn’t have to be a hassle any longer.
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Ingenious Bottle Watering System Offers Vacation-Proof Plant Care
A recent viral video from content creator I’M HER 💅🏾 (tbstylezs) has captured the attention of gardening enthusiasts with an ingenious, sustainable method for plant hydration. Uploaded on August 6, 2025, the video demonstrates how to repurpose everyday glass bottles into effective self-watering devices for potted plants. The technique, showcased in a concise 28-second clip, begins with the thorough rinsing of an empty "Simply Nature 100% Pure Avocado Oil" bottle in a kitchen sink. This cleaned bottle is then filled with water and carefully inverted, its opening submerged into the soil of a potted pepper plant. The creator highlights the practicality of this hack, stating, "These things are life savers for your garden when you’re leaving for vacation." The video further illustrates the method using a smaller "Malibu Original" rum bottle inserted into a tomato plant pot, demonstrating its versatility across different plant types. The voiceover emphasizes the benefit for prolonged periods of absence or intense heat, noting, "This is about to be a very long, hot weekend in Florida." This simple yet effective system allows water to slowly release into the soil, ensuring plants remain adequately hydrated without constant manual oversight. The hack provides a valuable solution for urban gardeners, those with busy schedules, or anyone looking to minimize water waste and simplify plant care.
