Plants in 3.9- to 4.7-inch nursery pots, up to about 8 inches tall.

How often does it need water?

Lechuza says up to 12 weeks between waterings; the gauge shows when to refill.

How does a self-watering pot work?

Water sits in a reservoir below the plant, and a wick draws it up into the soil as the roots need it.

How long does the Lechuza Self-Watering Planter go between waterings?

Lechuza says up to 12 weeks, depending on the plant and conditions.

Lechuza Cube Color 14 Self-Watering Planter (Slate)

Home & Kitchen

Lechuza Self-Watering Planter — small plants that can wait for water

Name: Lechuza Cube Color 14 Self-Watering Planter (Slate)
Brand: Lechuza
Price: 40.47 USD

Lechuza Cube Color 14 Self-Watering Planter (Slate)

Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose

Perfect for

Busy plant owners
Desks and windowsills
Travelers
Under $30

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Price: $40.47

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Honest reviewThe catch, not just the hype

Why this gift works

The Lechuza Cube Color 14 is a self-watering planter about 5.5 inches on each side, with a 14-ounce reservoir, a wick that draws water up to the roots and a gauge that shows when to refill. Lechuza says a 3.9- to 4.7-inch nursery pot drops straight in and that the system can stretch the time between waterings to as long as 12 weeks. It is made of shatterproof, lightweight, UV-resistant plastic and comes with a 3-year warranty in the US. This listing is slate.

Busy and traveling plant owners lose plants to a missed watering, and small desk plants dry out fastest. A self-watering pot takes that pressure off, which makes it a smart gift for someone with a herb, pothos or African violet on a desk or windowsill.

Who is this gift for?

Great for

A plant lover who travels
A desk plant at the office
Someone who forgets to water

Think twice if

Their plants are large
They want an outdoor pot

The catch

It is small - it takes nursery pots of 3.9 to 4.7 inches and plants up to about 8 inches tall - Lechuza's US shop lists it as indoor only, and Lechuza's own pages are unclear on whether its special substrate is needed, so check the listing.

Skip if their plants are large, or they prefer to water by hand every few days.

Key specs

Lechuza Cube Color 14 Self-Watering Planter (Slate) specifications
Brand	Lechuza
Model	Cube Color 14, slate (13384)
Size	About 5.5 in cube
Reservoir	14 fl oz
Fits	Nursery pots 3.9-4.7 in; plants up to 8 in
System	Wick irrigation with water-level gauge
Warranty	3 years (Lechuza US)

Worth knowing before you buy

Other colors are separate listings.
Amazon's title lists 6 x 6 x 5 inches; Lechuza's US shop says 5.5 inches.

Why we like it

Built-in water reservoir
Refill gauge
Nursery pot drops straight in
Three-year warranty

What to look for in a self-watering planter

Size. Match the planter to the nursery pot; this one takes 3.9-4.7 in pots.
Gauge. A water-level indicator shows when to refill.
Indoor or outdoor. Check the maker's rating; this one is listed for indoor use.