Grow in 9 or 13 gallon pots with zero daily watering
The AutoPot XXL is a gravity-fed, self-watering system built for large fabric pots. Each module uses an AQUAvalve5 to deliver water and nutrients only when the plant draws them down, so root zones cycle naturally between wet and dry without timers, pumps, or electricity. Systems scale from 1 to 100 pots off a single reservoir, and every tray accepts either 9-gallon or 13-gallon GeoPot G Lite fabric pots.
Zero electricity BPA-free pots Plant driven watering
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Top 10 tips for running AutoPot systems
Side by side
Hand watering big pots vs. AutoPot XXL
Hand watering large pots
Large pots dry out fast and need heavy, frequent hand watering
Overwatering or underwatering is constant guesswork
Runoff collects in saucers, creating mess and salt buildup
Leaving town for a weekend means finding a plant-sitter
Scaling past 4 or 5 pots turns watering into a full-time job
Requires pumps, timers, or drip emitters that need regular maintenance
AutoPot XXL
AQUAvalve5 delivers water on demand, only your job is to refill the tank
Plant-controlled wet/dry cycle prevents both overwatering and drought
Zero runoff, zero waste. Every drop goes to the plant
Fill a 25-gallon FlexiTank and leave for days without worry
Link 1 to 100 pots from one reservoir. Add modules any time
No moving parts. The only maintenance is rinsing the filter when you refill
Key features
What the XXL system actually does
AQUAvalve5 plant-controlled watering 50% less water
The valve opens when the tray is dry and closes when it fills to about 1 inch of depth. Each pot gets its own valve, so individual plants draw at their own pace without recirculation or waste.
9-gallon and 13-gallon fabric pots
Each XXL tray accepts either a 9-gal or 13-gal GeoPot G Lite fabric pot. Both pot sizes share the same diameter, so they fit the same tray with no adapter needed.
Air-pruning fabric pots for stronger roots
Porous sidewalls stop root circling. Instead of spiraling around the pot edge, roots branch outward and create a denser feeding network than you would get in a solid plastic container of the same size.
Zero electricity, zero pumps
The entire system runs on gravity. Raise the reservoir at least 6 inches above the highest AQUAvalve5, and water pressure does the rest. No power cords, no moving parts to maintain or replace.
Scales from 1 pot to 100 pots
Start with a 1-pot system and add XXL expansion modules whenever you need more capacity. Every module connects to your existing reservoir line with 3/8-inch or 1/2-inch pipe and cross connectors.
Works with mineral or organic nutrients
The AQUAvalve5 has a 66% larger inlet than the previous generation, reducing clogs with thicker nutrient solutions. For organics, AutoPot recommends running a small pump in the reservoir for 15 minutes every 2 hours to keep the solution mixed.
Place your FlexiTank or hard tank at least 6 inches above the highest tray. Attach the inline filter to the tank outlet, then run 3/8-inch or 1/2-inch pipe to your tray line.
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Set up the trays and pots
Place each XXL tray on a level surface. Drop in the PotSock, then set the 9-gal or 13-gal fabric pot on top. The PotSock keeps roots from reaching the AQUAvalve5.
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Plant and hand-water for 7 to 10 days
Pot up your plants and water them by hand from the top for the first week to 10 days. This lets roots establish before the bottom-fed system takes over.
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Turn on the system and walk away
Open the inline taps and fill the reservoir with water and nutrients. From here, the AQUAvalve5 handles everything. Refill the tank when it gets to about one-third full.
In the box
What comes with every XXL system
Included with every kit
XXL tray(s) with lid and grommets (one per pot)
AQUAvalve5 (one per tray)
GeoPot G Lite fabric pot, 9 gal or 13 gal (one per tray)
PotSock XXL (one per pot, prevents root intrusion into valve)
3/8-inch pipe, cross connectors, and inline taps
Golf filter or click-fit tank filter (varies by tank option)
Options when you order
System size: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 16, 24, 36, 48, 60, 80, or 100 pots
Pot size: 9-gallon or 13-gallon fabric
Reservoir: 12.4 gal, 13 gal FlexiTank, 25 gal FlexiTank, or No Tank
Optional: AirDome oxygenation kits (sold separately) add supplemental air to the root zone
Not sure which size or pot to choose? Most growers in a 4x4 tent run 4 pots in 13-gallon. If you already have a reservoir, choose "No Tank" and save. Call or email us: 716-217-0353 / help@happyhydro.com
Questions
Frequently asked questions
No. The whole system is push-fit pipe and gravity. You place the tray, drop the pot and PotSock in, run one pipe from the reservoir to the tray, and open the tap. The AQUAvalve5 snaps into the tray with no tools. AutoPot includes full printed instructions with every kit.
Yes. The AQUAvalve5's larger inlet handles thicker organic solutions better than older AutoPot valves. Many growers run water-only living soil in the XXL fabric pots and only add plain water to the reservoir. If you are running liquid organics through the line, keep the reservoir stirred and clean the filter when you refill. Mineral salt-based nutrients work with no extra steps.
The 13-gallon is the default for most indoor growers who want big root zones and longer periods between tank refills. The 9-gallon fits in tighter spaces and still provides more root volume than a standard 5-gallon pot. Both sizes share the same diameter and fit the XXL tray directly, so you can mix and match within a single system.
That depends on pot count, plant size, and environment. Large plants in full production drink significantly more than seedlings or young veg plants. AutoPot recommends never letting the reservoir run completely empty. Refill when it gets to about one-third full to maintain consistent gravity pressure to the valves.
Yes. AutoPot sells individual XXL expansion modules that include a tray, valve, pot, PotSock, and a cross connector. You splice the new module into your existing pipe run, and it starts working immediately. You can expand from 1 pot to 100 pots with no changes to the reservoir setup other than upsizing the tank if needed.
You can select "No Tank" when ordering and use your own reservoir. The only requirement is that the tank outlet sits at least 6 inches above the highest AQUAvalve5, and that you use an AutoPot inline filter to prevent debris from reaching the valve. AutoPot's FlexiTanks and hard tanks are purpose-built for this, but any food-safe reservoir with a bulkhead fitting will work.
If you receive a defective or damaged unit, email us a photo at help@happyhydro.com and we'll make it right immediately: replacement or refund, your call. For change-of-mind returns, we accept returns within 30 days for items in new, resalable condition. If you're not sure whether this product is right for your setup, call us first at 716-217-0353. We'd rather answer your questions before you order.
Happy Hydro has been selling growing equipment since 2006. We've carried AutoPot for years because the systems work great and customers who buy them leave happy. Have questions before you order? Call 716-217-0353 or email help@happyhydro.com. We're easy to reach and happy to help!
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