Double-cultivation-medium flowerpot capable of automatically supplementing water to soil and supplementing light

Abstract

A double-cultivation-medium flowerpot capable of automatically supplementing water for soil and supplementing light comprises an open outer pot (1) and an inner pot (2) arranged in the outer pot and provided with a water adding opening in the top, the inner pot is used for containing water and is made of hard materials capable of slowly permeating water, the space between the inner pot and the outer pot is filled with soil or other cultivation materials, and a hydrophobic ventilation opening (3) is formed in the bottom of the outer pot. The water supplementing device can be arranged in the flowerpot, water can be slowly, evenly and automatically supplemented to soil in the flowerpot, the overall appearance and the surrounding environment of the flowerpot are not affected, soil cultivation, water cultivation and combined cultivation of water-cultivated plants and soil-cultivated plants can be achieved, lighting and light supplementing can be further conducted on the plants, the design is novel, and practicability is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of flower pot structures, and particularly relates to a flower pot which can be used for soil cultivation as well as hydroponic cultivation and can automatically replenish water for the soil and also provide light supplement. Background Art

[0002] In daily life, those who enjoy growing flowers and plants often struggle with the hassle of watering and caring for them. If they're away from their homes or offices for even a short period of time, soil-grown plants can easily wither due to lack of water. To address this, various automatic watering devices have been invented. The simplest involves installing a separate water reservoir with absorbent cotton thread or other material connected between the reservoir and the flowerpot. This system uses the siphon principle to slowly absorb water from the reservoir into the soil. However, this method suffers from poor watering capacity, a single watering point, inability to evenly distribute water throughout the flowerpot, and a meager supply. Furthermore, it's unsightly, making it rarely used. Currently, a more effective method involves installing an automatic watering system, using a pipe or sprinkler connected to the flowerpot (or sink), and a timed pump to automatically activate the water supply. Numerous Chinese patent publications, such as CN106993477A, CN105900801A, CN101731125A, CN102349432A, CN109197231A, CN105532386A, CN204443473U, and CN216533064U, disclose various automatic flower-watering devices. These devices all incorporate an automatic watering mechanism external to the flowerpot, which is not integrated with the flowerpot. This not only takes up space but also creates a cluttered and unsightly appearance. In particular, some automatic flower-watering devices require electrical connections and water pipes, posing a safety hazard. Even though some devices utilize solar energy, they are not suitable for shade-loving plants that require a cool environment or for environments with poor lighting conditions. Furthermore, these soil-grown flowerpots, which can be refilled with water through automatic refill systems, cannot be used to grow hydroponic plants. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of the utility model is to solve the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a dual-cultivation medium flowerpot with a water replenishing device arranged in the flowerpot, which can slowly, evenly and automatically replenish water for the soil in the flowerpot without affecting the overall appearance of the flowerpot and the surrounding environment. It can be used for soil cultivation and hydroponics, and can also cultivate a combination of hydroponic plants and soil-cultivated plants, and can further provide lighting and supplementary light for the plants.

[0004] The technical solutions adopted by this utility model are as follows:

[0005] A dual-cultivation medium flowerpot that can automatically replenish soil water and provide light, including an open outer pot and an inner pot with a water inlet on the top arranged inside the outer pot. The inner pot is used to hold water and is made of a hard material that can slowly seep water. Soil or other cultivation materials are filled between the inner pot and the outer pot, and a hydrophobic ventilation hole is opened at the bottom of the outer pot.

[0006] Furthermore, the hard material that can slowly seep water is one of coarse pottery, earthenware, Jianshui purple pottery and white mud, porous ceramic water-permeable material, and sandstone.

[0007] Furthermore, the outer basin and the inner basin are an integrated structure or a split structure with the two basins separated.

[0008] Furthermore, a support is provided at the bottom of the inner basin, and the inner basin is placed in the outer basin through the support.

[0009] Furthermore, a light strip is provided on the top of the outer basin, and the light strip is externally connected to an electric wire with a plug.

[0010] Furthermore, a groove is provided at the top of the outer basin, and the light strip is arranged in the groove.

[0011] Furthermore, the side walls of the outer basin gradually thicken from bottom to top.

[0012] Furthermore, the top surface of the outer basin is an inclined surface, a groove is provided on the inclined surface, and a light strip is provided in the groove.

[0013] Furthermore, the top of the inner basin is higher than the top of the outer basin.

[0014] The utility model has at least the following significant advantages:

[0015] 1. This utility model provides an outer basin and an inner basin. The inner basin is made of a hard material with a certain porosity that allows for slow water seepage. Soil or other growing materials are placed between the inner and outer basins. As soon as water is added to the inner basin, it slowly seeps from the inner basin into the outer basin, slowly adding water to the soil or other growing materials in the outer basin. This maintains soil moisture over a relatively long period of time, ensuring that plants do not wither due to water shortage and preventing flooding, effectively preventing root rot in the soil. Whether you are at home watering your plants daily or on a short business trip, this utility model can greatly reduce the hassle of watering and maintaining plants.

[0016] 2. With the utility model, there is no need to set up an automatic watering system separately, no additional space is required around the flower pot, no external water supply tank is required or the water supply pipe is connected to the faucet. Only water needs to be added to the inner basin. The structure is simple and reliable, the cost is low, and it is easy and safe to use.

[0017] 3. This utility model preserves the overall appearance of the planted plants in the pot. After planting, the potted plants look just like ordinary flowerpots, without any additional devices (such as automatic water replenishment devices) to interfere with the appearance. Furthermore, it can expand the variety of plants grown. Hydroponic plants or cut flowers can be placed in the inner pot, while soil-grown plants can be planted in the outer pot. This allows for the combination and shaping of plants to suit personal preferences, making it more versatile.

[0018] 4. When water is not needed, the utility model can also leave the inner pot empty without adding water. At this time, the air permeability of the outer pot can be enhanced, and the inner pot also serves as a breathable layer, which is particularly beneficial for the cultivation of plants with high air permeability requirements.

[0019] 5. The inner basin and outer basin of the present invention can be made into an integrated structure, or can be made into a split structure with the inner basin and outer basin separated and matched, which is convenient for people to choose.

[0020] 6. The present invention can further provide a light strip embedded in the flower pot, which can illuminate the potted plants and increase the ornamental value. It also avoids the problems of the prior art of messy arrangement of external light strips and the light strips being easy to fall off.

[0021] This utility model features a simple structure and can be used in a variety of ways. It is convenient and practical, maintaining the aesthetics of conventional flowerpots without adding to the clutter surrounding the pots. It can be used for both hydroponics and soil cultivation, automatically and slowly replenishing soil water and effectively preventing root rot caused by excessive soil moisture. Its novel design and strong practicality offer promising application prospects. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] Figure 1 It is a structural diagram of the first embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Schematic top view of

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic structural diagram of the second embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the third embodiment of the present utility model. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Example 1

[0027] like Figure 1 、 Figure 2As shown, a dual-medium flowerpot that automatically replenishes soil water and provides light supplementation comprises an open outer pot 1 and an inner pot 2, located within the outer pot, with a water inlet at the top. The inner pot 2 is used to hold water and is made of a hard material that allows for slow water seepage. Soil or other planting material is placed between the inner and outer pots, and a water-repellent vent 3 is provided at the bottom of the outer pot. The hard material that allows for slow water seepage can be coarse pottery, earthenware, porous ceramic water-permeable materials (such as the porous ceramic water-permeable materials for infiltration irrigation disclosed in Chinese Patent CN103583325A), sandstone, or other materials with a certain porosity that allows for slow water seepage. The porosity of such hard materials is typically between 15% and 30%. In this embodiment, the inner and outer pots are integrally constructed, sharing a common bottom. In specific construction, the outer pot and bottom are made of red clay from Jianshui purple pottery, while the inner pot is made of white clay from Jianshui purple pottery. The traditional Jianshui purple pottery throwing and firing techniques can be employed. The firing temperature for red clay Jianshui purple pottery is typically around 1150°C, while the firing temperature for white clay Jianshui purple pottery is typically around 1250°C. However, when firing the present invention, the overall firing temperature is controlled at approximately 1150°C. This allows the outer pot made of red clay to be fired through while the inner pot made of white clay is not. The incomplete inner pot has a lower density, resulting in a higher porosity and a certain degree of slow permeability. The inner pot is preferably designed with a cross-section that tapers from the bottom upwards to facilitate filling soil and planting plants between the two pots. Alternatively, the outer pot can be designed with a cross-section that gradually widens from the bottom upwards. The present invention also features a groove 6 at the top of the outer pot, into which a light strip 4 is placed, forming a light source that surrounds the pot and evenly illuminates the potted plants. The light strip is connected to an external electrical cable with a plug 5. The cable can be connected through the top of the outer pot, or through a groove in the side wall as shown, or through the bottom of the pot. Simply plug the plug into the socket. Example 2

[0028] Figure 3Another embodiment of the present invention is shown. A dual-medium flowerpot that automatically replenishes soil water and provides light supplementation comprises an open outer pot 1 and an inner pot 2, located within the outer pot, with a water inlet at the top. The inner pot 2 is used to hold water and is made of a hard material that allows for slow water seepage. Soil or other planting material is placed between the inner and outer pots, and a drainage vent 3 is provided at the bottom of the outer pot. The hard material that allows for slow water seepage is made from traditional Dai pottery (a type of earthenware pottery) commonly found in the Red River Basin. In this embodiment, a support 7 is provided at the bottom of the inner pot, which is positioned within the outer pot via the support 7. The support 7 can be a support ring or a support frame. If a support ring is used, a water hole 7a is provided at the bottom to allow water from the outer pot's bottom to flow through and be discharged through the drainage vent 3. In this embodiment, the inner pot, outer pot, and support are separate components that can be assembled into a kit for combined use. As shown in the figure, the sidewalls of the outer pot can be designed to gradually thicken from bottom to top. The top surface of the outer basin can be set as an inclined surface, and the groove 6 for installing the light strip can be opened on the inclined surface to form a better lighting and focusing effect. Example 3

[0029] Figure 4 Another embodiment of the present invention is shown. A dual-medium flowerpot that automatically replenishes soil water and provides additional light, comprising an open outer pot 1 and an inner pot 2, located within the outer pot and having a water inlet at the top. The inner and outer pots are separate structures, with a drainage vent 3 provided at the bottom of the outer pot. The top of the inner pot is elevated above the top of the outer pot, effectively preventing soil from falling into the inner pot. The outer pot's sidewalls gradually thicken from bottom to top, and the top surface is inclined, with a recess 6 for mounting a light strip provided on this slope.

[0030] The above embodiments are merely partial examples of the present invention and are not intended to limit its scope. The shapes of the outer and inner basins may vary, and the inner basin can be made of any material that exhibits slow water permeability. Any technical solution derived from simple modifications or substitutions of equivalent technical means based on the claims of this invention falls within the scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A dual-cultivation medium flowerpot that can automatically replenish water to the soil and also provide light, characterized in that: The invention comprises an open outer basin (1), an inner basin (2) with a water inlet at the top arranged in the outer basin, the inner basin being used for holding water and made of a hard material capable of slowly permeating water, soil or other planting materials being filled between the inner basin and the outer basin, and a hydrophobic vent (3) being provided at the bottom of the outer basin; the hard material capable of slowly permeating water is one of coarse pottery, earthenware, Jianshui purple pottery and white mud, porous ceramic water-permeable material, and sandstone.

2. A dual-cultivation medium flowerpot capable of automatically replenishing soil water and supplementing light according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer basin (1) and the inner basin (2) are of an integrated structure or a split structure in which the two basins are separated.

3. The dual-cultivation medium flowerpot capable of automatically replenishing soil water and supplementing light according to claim 2, characterized in that: A support (7) is provided at the bottom of the inner basin, and the inner basin is placed in the outer basin via the support.

4. A dual-cultivation medium flowerpot capable of automatically replenishing soil water and supplementing light according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: A light strip (4) is provided at the top end of the outer basin, and the light strip is externally connected to an electric wire with a plug (5).

5. The dual-cultivation medium flowerpot capable of automatically replenishing soil water and supplementing light according to claim 4, characterized in that: A groove (6) is provided at the top end of the outer basin, and the light strip (4) is arranged in the groove.

6. The dual-cultivation medium flowerpot capable of automatically replenishing soil water and supplementing light according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the outer basin gradually thickens from bottom to top.

7. A dual-cultivation medium flowerpot capable of automatically replenishing soil water and supplementing light according to claim 1, 2 or 6, characterized in that: The top surface of the outer basin is an inclined surface, a groove (6) is provided on the inclined surface, and a light strip (4) is provided in the groove.

8. A dual-cultivation medium flowerpot capable of automatically replenishing soil water and supplementing light according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The top of the inner basin is higher than the top of the outer basin.

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