The "Basic" Selfwatering Pot

3" / 001_White

$8.00

The "Basic" Selfwatering Pot

Name: The "Basic" Selfwatering Pot
Rating: 5.00 (12 reviews)

$8.00

Size

Color and Finish

Meet the 3D-printed self-watering planter in the “Basic” style—thoughtfully designed out of genuine love for plants and a passion for propagating Hoyas and Alocasias. Each planter is made to order and includes a clear inner pot with a pre-installed wick, creating a reliable self-watering environment that helps maintain consistent moisture levels without the risk of overwatering.

This setup is especially ideal for semi-hydro growing, encouraging stronger, healthier root development while reducing the need for frequent watering—perfect for both beginners and experienced plant collectors alike.

Designed with both function and aesthetics in mind, the Basic style offers a clean, minimal look that complements any plant setup while letting your plants truly shine. I personally use these planters throughout my own collection, and their durability and performance have been thoroughly tested over time. Built to be both sturdy and reliable, they’re made to support your plants as they grow and thrive.

Product Dimensions

Cover Pot Dimensions (L × W × H)

3": 8cm x 8cm x 8.4cm
4": 10.4cm x 10.4cm x 10.3cm
4.5": 11.8cm x 11.8cm x 12.5cm
5": 13.5cm x 13.5cm x 16cm
6": 15.6cm x 15.6cm x 16.5cm
7": 17.3cm x 17.3cm x 20cm
8" Jumbo: 20.8cm x 20.8cm x 22cm
9" Jumbo: 23.5cm x 23.5cm x 22.5cm
10" Jumbo: 24.8cm x 24.8cm x 25cm

4" Tall: 9.63cm x 9.63cm x 14.5cm
5" Tall: 11.5cm x 11.5cm x 17cm
5.5" Tall: 13.7cm x 13.7cm x 19.5cm
7" Tall: 16.9cm x 16.9cm x 23cm

Clear Insert Dimensions (L × W × H)

3": 7.7cm x 7.7cm x 7.2cm
4": 10.2cm x 10.2cm x 9.1cm
4.5": 12cm x 12cm x 10.4cm
5": 13.15cm x 13.15cm x 13.9cm
6": 15cm x 15cm x 14cm
7": 17cm x 17cm x 17.6cm
8": 20cm xc 20cm x 19cm
9": 23cm x 23cm x 20cm
10": 25cm x 25 cm x 22.25cm

4" Tall: 10cm x 10cm x 12.2cm
5" Tall: 12cm x 12cm x 14.2cm
5.5" Tall: 14cm x 14cm x 16cm
7" Tall: 18cm x 18cm x 19.8cm

Color Options

We’re always expanding our selection to give you even more ways to elevate your plant styling game. Different color options are priced based on the average cost of the materials used.

Standard

Classic black and white in standard or matte finishes.

Color Plus

A vibrant selection of standard, matte, and translucent colors.

Special Effects

Unique and eye-catching materials, including color-shifting Celestial shimmers, luxurious multicolor silk finishes, and enchanting glow-in-the-dark options.

Please note: Certain colors may not be available in all styles or sizes. Feel free to contact me directly with any questions or special requests.

About Z-Seams

If you’ve purchased 3D-printed planters before, you may have noticed a vertical line of tiny dots on the surface of the print. These are called Z-seams—they form where the printer starts and stops each layer.

Z-seams tend to be more noticeable on cylindrical designs such as planters. Sample close-up photos are included in the listing so you can clearly see the quality you can expect.

I never shy away from sharing detailed close-up images because I know how important those details are to buyers—and I’m confident in the quality of what I create.

Important: Z-seam appearance can vary depending on the filament color and finish.

About PLA Filament

PLA (Polylactic Acid) is a popular biodegradable thermoplastic made from renewable resources such as corn starch or sugarcane. It’s widely used in 3D printing because of its durability and ease of use in indoor environments.

However:

Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may cause warping over time.
Outdoor use is not recommended.
PLA is slightly porous and may gradually absorb moisture over extended periods.

To make these planters suitable for semi-hydroponic use, a layer of Flex Seal is applied to the inner base to create a watertight barrier and help prevent leakage over time.

(Flex Seal–treated surfaces are safe around plants and animals once fully cured.)

Post-Processing & Quality Control

To achieve the best possible finish, I carefully fine-tune print settings for every design. While current 3D printing technology cannot eliminate all minor imperfections, I take great pride in my work and never ship items with defects.

Every piece is thoroughly inspected before shipping, and if it doesn’t meet my standards, it is reprinted.

Because of the nature of 3D printing, slight imperfections may occasionally be present. To further refine the finish, light post-processing may be performed, including:

Filling small gaps
Smoothing minor imperfections
Light sanding for a cleaner finish

I’m constantly refining my process to deliver the highest quality possible.

If you are ever unsatisfied with your product, please reach out within 30 days and include photo references. If the issue is due to a quality oversight, I’ll gladly reprint and replace your item at no additional cost.

From Planty O’ Fish to You 🌱

As a small business, we truly appreciate you putting your trust in us by purchasing our plants and supplies. If you ever have questions, we’re always here to help.

Stay healthy and keep planting!

— Beibei

I bought several different types of planters from this seller so might also leave a review here. The planters are well made and I absolutely love the elegant design! Beibei was great in communicating, and kindly accepted my customization request. I suggested to add a little more depth for the water reservoir and it came out perfect! I also appreciate the care in packaging and the thank you card. It's a wonderful experience to have business with Beibei. My plants are all very happy and look amazing in their new planters!

The planters are beautifully made, and I absolutely love their elegant design! Very thoughtful packaging. Overall, it was a wonderful experience purchasing from Beibei. My plants are all so happy and look amazing in their new planters!

I ordered the Minimalist self-watering pots and they are truly wonderful. I have been looking for an alternative to using wicks with Leca and these work perfectly. I also 2 delightful packs of their Trellises as gifts with this order and everything was incredibly packed.

These little pots are perfect for some hanging plants I have... I needed something lightweight and it's so hard to find just basic planters in good colors with no holes in the bottom! I found a few sub par options on Amazon but I'd rather buy from a small business and actually get what I want. I also had an issue with the pots getting damaged during shipping and the seller was super responsive and printed a new set right away, even accommodating me realizing I needed a size smaller 😅 I'll definitely come back if I need more planters!

These pots are gorgeous! Seller has immense pride in het work. Highly recommend!

These pots are so pretty. They are very different from what you find in a store. Beibei is a good communicator.

This is my second purchase. These are well made and attractive. I love that they are self watering.

Wonderful product and wonderful seller. These spots are the best. I’m slowly transitioning all of my plants to these. Planning my next order, saying don’t ever stop making

Great pots!

Great item cannot wait to repot my ponytail palm!

The pots are so beautiful, just what I was looking for.

I love this shop and the products it offers. Customer service is top tier and the products high quality. I have made several orders and will continue to do so. Highly recomend!!

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