As watering is such a key element of caring for any type of garden, we’ve developed a range of high-quality watering systems which can make the job a whole lot quicker and easier. See how they can be incorporated into your own watering routine.
Our liquid feeders are strong plastic containers holding concentrated fertiliser or a liquid feed. When connected to a water flow, such as a hose or watering lance, the feed or fertiliser is diluted and incorporated into the stream. This has many advantages over using a watering can and mixing the fertiliser manually.
Increase the efficiency of your watering and keep plants in beds and borders green and healthy with our range of sprinkler and drip kits. To extend your garden watering system, we’ve also a set of additional fittings and drip pipes.
Creating an automatic garden watering system by using a garden tap timer will ensure your plants are always properly irrigated – whether you’re home or away. Our range includes bluetooth timers which can be programmed using an app on your mobile phone.
Hanging baskets and patio tubs can easily dry out, but with our basket and tub watering system, you can be sure they are irrigated precisely and regularly. Our kit is unobtrusive, easy to install and connects to any standard outdoor tap.
Keep your garden well watered and looking its best with our professional-quality range of watering lances, spray guns and hoses, all of which should be essential elements of any garden watering system.
Given the importance of regular and efficient watering, there are a number of benefits to be gained by investing in a garden water system.
Most importantly, a garden watering system will help to ensure that plants receive the right amount of water at the right time, reducing the risk of over or under-watering and making the process far more efficient and consistent.
As water is delivered directly to the roots of plants, where it is needed most, rather than being lost to evaporation or runoff, drip watering systems for gardens do help to save water. This has the added advantage that, as you’ll use less water, you’ll save money on your water bills.
If you automate your garden watering system by adding a garden tap timer, you can also save time and effort, even if you’re away from home or just forget to water your plants.
There are four common types of watering irrigation systems for gardens, each with their own features and benefits:
All of our garden watering systems can have automatic timers added to them. We’ve a choice of battery-operated garden tap timers which are manufactured to a very high standard and, unlike many watering timers, are well sealed against the damp.
Automatic watering systems work by using a network of pipes, valves and sprinkler heads or drippers to deliver water to the plants in a garden.
The system is operated using an automatic controller which can be programmed to turn the water on and off at specific times and for a specific duration.
Some automatic watering systems, including a number of our garden tap timers, can be controlled via a smartphone app.
There are several ways to increase water pressure in a garden irrigation system.
Firstly, it’s a good idea to check for any blockages, making sure the main water supply line, valves or sprinkler heads are not clogged with debris. You should also check that any valves are fully open.
Increasing the size of the main water supply line can help to increase water pressure and, if the pressure is particularly low, you could install a break tank and booster pump on the main water supply line.
We recommend the small pump and tank units available from Access Irrigation.
Many of the steps involved in installing a garden watering system may vary, depending on the type of system you choose.
But before any installation you should start by planning the layout. This includes determining the location of the main water supply line, valves and sprinkler heads or drip lines.
You’ll then need to install the main water supply line which carries water from the water source to the garden watering system.
After that, you should install the valves that control the flow of water to different areas of the garden. These can be manual or automatic and are typically located on the main water supply line.
It’s then a case of installing the system’s pipes used to distribute water from the valves to the sprinkler heads or drippers, then the sprinkler heads or drippers themselves, ensuring they are at the appropriate height and angle to ensure that water is distributed evenly.
After completing the installation of all components, it’s important to test your new watering system.
This includes checking for leaks, making sure that all sprinkler heads or drippers are working and adjusting the valves as needed.
All our watering systems for gardens come with complete instructions and can be installed easily by someone with moderate DIY skills.
It’s simple to set up one of our garden tap timers, with all the programming options shown clearly on the unit itself. Our bluetooth models can also be programmed using a downloadable smartphone app.
With the option of programming up to four starts a day, they can divide the watering up into smaller doses, making them ideal for baskets and tubs that cannot hold much water.
Our garden tap timers feature a ‘rain off’ button to allow easy over-ride of the watering on rainy days and some can be programmed via smartphone app.
It’s important to select a watering system that’s appropriate for the climate, soil and type of grass, and that’s efficient in terms of water usage.
Sprinkler systems are the most common method for watering lawns and are most effective when the lawn is large and level.
If you’re looking for a pop-up sprinkler for your large lawn, we recommend Access Irrigation for their automatic lawn irrigation systems.
We hope you found this information on garden watering systems useful, but if you have any questions or need some further advice, just get in touch with us by calling 01788 822301 or emailing [email protected].
