How to Water Your Garden While on Vacation: The Olla Method
The pre-vacation panic is real. You’re packed and ready, but your garden isn’t. Who will keep your plants alive? While plastic watering spikes and glass globes are common suggestions, they often come up short. What you need is a method that’s proven, reliable, and truly automatic. The best solution isn't new; it’s a 4,000-year-old watering secret called the Olla Method . At SmartiLiving , we've tested nearly every self-watering solution. Through our research, detailed in our guide SmartiLiving Ollas vs. Plastic Watering Spikes , we found that ollas (pronounced oy-yas ) are the most reliable, set-and-forget system for vacation watering. This article will show you why and how to use it. Why the Olla Method is the Ultimate Vacation Solution Before we dig into the "how," let's talk about the "why." Not all self-watering methods are created equal. Based on our comparisons: Plastic Watering Spikes: Often release water too quickly or inconsistently. Thei...