We know that when it comes to taking care of plants, you may not always have the time or energy to do so. But we’re here to tell you that watering your patio garden doesn’t have to be hard work – even if it needs doing daily!
If your patio garden has become quite large, then consider setting up an automated system which will make life much easier for both yourself and your plants. You won’t ever have to worry about forgetting or being away from home again as this system will take care of everything on its own.
Don’t be discouraged by the thought of having lots of plants in need of regular watering needs; just put some simple systems in place and let them take over from there.
Self-Watering Systems
Self-watering systems allow your patio garden to get just the right amount of water without any extra effort from you.
Setting up a self-watering system is actually pretty simple – all it takes is some basic supplies like containers, soil, fertilizer, tubing or wicks (depending on what type of system), and an irrigation timer.
Once everything has been assembled properly according to instructions then your plants will be able to receive just enough moisture when needed so that they stay healthy and thriving during hot summer days.
Do It Yourself Self-Watering System
Self-watering systems can be quite expensive if bought from stores. But don’t worry – there is an even better and cheaper option: building your own self-watering system.
You can fill a used soda bottle with water and stick it down into the soil with its open end first so that your plants get their much needed hydration from this bottle.
Or alternatively, use containers filled with water along with wicks or pieces of cloth stuck into both ends; one in the container itself with the other being put into the soil around the plant roots. This will allow them access to necessary moisture levels as well as allowing you to know when refilling is necessary by simply checking through the plastic material or the fabric respectively.
Self-Watering Pots
Self-watering pots make keeping track of water levels easy and effortless. All you have to do is fill them up, set the lever, and let them take care of the watering. Plus self-watering pots look great too – no more boring old watering cans or buckets in your garden!
Depending on where you live, the water in these containers can last up to a week or even longer in some climates. Plus, there are indicators that will show you when it’s time for a refill so that you can keep your plants healthy and happy.
You can find these self-watering pots at most plant nurseries or online stores like Amazon or Walmart. They come in all shapes and sizes so you’re sure to find one that fits perfectly with your garden design. And if you need something bigger than what’s available, then setting up an irrigation system might be a better option for you anyway – but either way, taking good care of your plants has never been easier.
Irrigation Systems for Patio Gardens
An irrigation system will lead water to your plants through tubes, either dug into the soil or visible above or next to the plants. This way, you can ensure that all of your flowers and vegetables are getting enough hydration without having to manually tend to them every day. It’s easy and fast, and there are ready-made systems available in stores so that all you have do is set them up and let nature take its course.
Do It Yourself Irrigation Systems
If DIY projects sound like more fun for you though, then why not try making an irrigation system yourself? There are lots of tutorials online with step-by-step instructions on how to build one from scratch using common materials such as PVC pipes and hoses.
Just search YouTube for “making your own drip irrigation system patio garden” or “making your own drip irrigation system balcony garden” and you will find plenty of helpful videos that will walk you through every step of the way
With a bit of effort, soon enough your thirsty little seedlings will be getting their much needed drink each day thanks to your very own homemade watering solution!
Irrigation Systems You Can Easily Buy and Set Up
If you don’t want to spend too much of your time and energy setting your own irrigation system for your patio garden it up, then you can find full systems online or at a plant nursery. Amazon is a great place to start – just search “irrigation system balcony” or “balcony drip irrigation system” and make sure that the product has more than 4-star reviews before buying it.
Also, I would recommend getting one with tubes/hoses instead of spray since spraying plants in direct sunlight could burn their leaves and kill them off. Before purchasing any products, check what exactly will be needed for installation – some might require an electrical outlet nearby while others need access to running water so make sure all these conditions are met first before making the purchase.
Summary
If keeping up with regular plant care has been a challenge lately due to an extra busy schedule – give an automated irrigation system a try – it could save both time AND energy in the long run. All it takes is a little bit of planning and the right materials.
Once you set up your system once and for all, you can just keep an eye on the levers that control how much water goes into each part of your garden. If they get low or empty then all you need to do is refill with more water.
And if you went with a full irrigation system for watering your patio garden – then congratulations… your garden will be watering itself automatically without any extra effort from yourself – so sit back and enjoy watching those flowers and vegetables bloom in no time at all!
