Houseplants really elevate a room’s aesthetic without trying too hard. But the journey from seed to sapling requires so many pots that it feels wasteful. Well, POTR has the solution with its Helix self-watering pot that expands and shrinks in a helix-like design, keeping up with the plant’s growth.
Simplifying houseplant care, the Helix pot looks like an origami-inspired toy. It uses patented origami tech that helps it grow with your plant every step of the journey. For self-watering, the pot uses a wicking system to supply water from the reservoir at the bottom to the plant roots. Just twist the base, add water, and twist to close. No more guessing and no more over-watering. This feature works well for those who have a hard time keeping their houseplants alive.
For the more experienced ones, Helix offers the full experience of growing from scratch. At its smallest design, add soil with the sprout plate on top. Sprinkle a little soil with seeds on the plate and top up the water tank. This functions as a seed tray for herb germination or sprouts. The sprout tray is made up of food-grade plastic, sits securely in the pot, and features a thumb scoop for easy lifting. The small holes ensure ample moisture flow for your seeds, helping them germinate. As the plant grows, you can twist the pot to expand in size.
If you want to try your hand at propagation, cut a little stem and place it in the central hole of the tray and place it on the smallest size with a tankful of water. Once the propagation is successful, you need to expand the Helix, add soil, and plant the sapling.
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For those growing pothos and other vining houseplants, the Helix offers an expandable tray, providing effortless support. The trellis inserts into the soil and lets your plant reach the ceiling. You can add a layer every time the plant needs more height. Clip the stems into the structure and witness it grow.
Whether you are a novice wanting to keep houseplants alive or someone looking to expand their indoor kitchen garden, the Helix pots can help create a whole garden inside the house. You can keep the pots shrunk when not in use thanks to the space-efficient origami-inspired design. Currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter, you can pledge the Helix Starter for an Early Bird price of $30. The Helix Grow Complete kit can be reserved for an Early Bird price of $78. The pot is available in an array of vibrant colors to complement various interiors.
