The most reliable way to water plants on vacation isn't a trustworthy neighbor or a clever DIY hack. It's a reservoir planter that lets your plants drink on their own schedule, set up correctly before you leave. That last part matters more than most guides admit. Here's the uncomfortable truth: plants die on vacation even in self-watering setups. Not because the idea is wrong, but because the setup was. This guide covers why the popular hacks fail mid-trip, the five-minute ro