How To Install Automatic Watering System For Plants And Automatic Irrigation Setting Tips

Is an automatic irrigation system worth installing?

Many garden friends have asked me this question. After growing flowers for several years, I have discovered that watering may seem simple on the surface, but it is actually the link where problems are most likely to occur. The automated watering system can indeed resolve many worries, but it is not a cure-all. It is essentially a tool. If used properly, the effects will be doubled. If used improperly, it may cause damage to the plants.

How to set watering time for automatic irrigation

There is no universal standard for setting watering times. It all depends on the types of plants in your home and their specific placement. The amount of water required by succulents is very different from that of ferns. I suggest that novices start with short-term and high-frequency experiments and conduct watering operations for one minute each in the morning and evening every day, and continue to observe for a week. If the pot soil is still moist, reduce the watering time; if the pot soil becomes dry, extend the watering time appropriately. Watering frequency also needs to be adjusted during summer and winter, as plants require much less water when they are dormant.

Which type of automatic watering machine is most effective?

Most potted plants are suitable for drip irrigation systems, which can accurately deliver water to the roots without wasting water. There are two main types of drip irrigation systems and spray systems on the market. The spray system is more suitable for tropical plants that like water on their leaves and can increase air humidity. If you only have a few pots of flowers, just buy a gravity drip irrigation device with a timer function. If there are a lot of plants on the balcony, you can consider a drip irrigation kit with branched pipes, which is very cost-effective and is not complicated to install.

How to water flowers when you are away for a few days?

For a short business trip that only lasts three to five days, there is a relatively simple and direct method that can produce the desired effect: place a large plastic bottle filled with water near the flower pot, select a cotton rope, immerse one end in the water, and bury the other end deep in the soil of the flower pot. With the help of the principle of siphon, a slow and continuous water supply can be achieved. If your business trip lasts for more than a week, in this case, it is recommended to install a relatively simple automatic irrigation system. The timer in the system is set to water every three days, with less water each time, to simulate the rhythm of natural rainfall. It is important to remember that before setting off, you must conduct a two-day test to confirm whether the water flow is suitable before leaving the starting point.

How to remedy plants that wither due to lack of water

If you see that the plants are wilted, don't rush to pour a lot of water. Once the root system is damaged, its absorptive capacity will become extremely weak. Giving a large amount of water at this time will actually cause secondary damage. To ensure the healthy growth of the plant, the correct approach is to first move it to a cool and ventilated place, spray some water on the leaves to increase the air humidity, and then water the plant a little after it has recovered a little. If the soil in the flower pot has dried out to the point of cracking, soak the entire flower pot in a water basin for up to half an hour so that the soil can thoroughly absorb enough water, and then maintain it as usual.

Is the automatic flower watering machine expensive?

The price range is huge, and it all depends on your personal preference as to how much you want to spend. An extremely simple gravity drip irrigation device can be purchased for at least a few dozen yuan, and one with a digital display and timing function only costs less than one or two hundred yuan. If you plan to install a complete system to cover the entire balcony, including the main pipe, dripper, timer and filter, the approximate budget is probably in the range of three to five hundred yuan. Compared to growing the flowers to death and then buying them again, this investment is actually quite cost-effective. And a good system can be used for several years, and the daily cost is almost negligible.

What kind of irrigation is suitable for balcony potted plants?

There are differences between choosing a closed balcony and an open balcony. A closed balcony has low wind and slow evaporation. It is most suitable to choose a dripping arrow or dripping sword dripper, which can accurately control the amount of water. For open balconies, you need to consider wind and sun exposure. You must choose durable PVC pipes and anti-clogging drippers. It is best to have ground plugs for fixation. Also note that the timer must be waterproof and the battery must be high temperature resistant. It is recommended to add a small switch before each group of drippers to facilitate individual adjustment according to the water needs of different plants.

What is the most troublesome problem you have encountered when using an automatic irrigation system? You are welcome to share your experience in growing flowers in the comment area. If you find it useful, don't forget to like it and forward it to more flower friends so that they can see it.