Origami-like pot grows as your plant does – and takes care of watering

A company known for its stylish origami-style planters has come up with something completely new – a self-watering pot that actually grows and transforms as the plant it contains does similar.

UK design company POTR has recently launched the innovative Helix on Kickstarter and it's already proved a hit – it has more than 530 backers, with nearly a month of the campaign remaining.

Helix self watering pot that grow with your plant

What may seem like a gimmick at first actually makes a lot of sense. It removes the need to repot your plant once it matures, supporting each stage of growth from seed to seedling and beyond. This can help preserve the life of your plant, as repotting can cause transplant shock, where plants struggle to adapt to the sudden change to their environment.

Essentially, the pot is designed to expand in diameter and in depth as a...

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