The present invention relates to an assembly, comprising a plant pot, having a bottom and at least one side wall, extending from the bottom up to a top rim and at least one hole, which is arranged in or at least near the bottom, at least one wick extending from below the bottom and through the hole and a container, dimensioned to accommodate at least a bottom portion of the pot comprising the hole through which the wick extends out of the pot. The container and the pot in assembly define a fluid reservoir for the plant to be drawn up through the wick. The container comprises an overflow defining a free passage for entry and/or outflow of water into and out of the container, and the assembly further comprises a tray fillable by ebb and flood based watering system.