Signs Your Greenhouse Watering System Needs an Upgrade

At a Glance

Rising water use, increased energy bills and poor plant health are all indicators that your greenhouse watering system is failing. An upgrade to an automated system is highly recommended, as it helps ensure consistent watering, aids in healthy plant growth and helps you save water and energy costs. Harvst Watermate is a reliable and smart watering system that delivers all this and much more.

Why Your Greenhouse Might Need a Smart Watering System Upgrade

Did you know that consistent watering makes a huge difference to your greenhouse or allotment yields? 

Whether you’re growing organic fruits and veggies all year round or speciality crops, an efficient watering system for your greenhouse is non-negotiable. Even the smallest inefficiencies in your watering, like component wear and tear, uneven water distribution, or resource wastage, can impact your plants’ growth.

If your current irrigation system is leading to more labour, water waste, rising energy and water bills, it's time to consider upgrading to an automated system. The best watering system for greenhouse growing is one that combines energy-efficient solutions and precise watering, which automatically adapts to changing weather conditions. With smart features, like temperature and humidity sensors, remote control via mobile apps and targeted watering to maintain consistent growing conditions sustainably.

In this article, we examine the subtle, overlooked signs of an inefficient watering system and how you can benefit from a watering system upgrade.

Signs Your Greenhouse Watering System Is Failing

If you notice your plants growing unevenly, with some thriving while others are wilting, it might be that they are not receiving consistent watering. This could be due to blocked drip irrigators or low pressure from your water mains.

Seasoned gardeners and greenhouse owners recognise that common watering mistakes, like overwatering, can lead to moss or algae growth. This could mean that the irrigation system’s thresholds are set incorrectly or that it doesn’t use sensors to allow for precise watering.

Other signs your greenhouse watering system is failing include a rapid emptying of your water butt and water pooling or runoff, indicating leaks in the main lines. Unusual grinding noises from the pump may also be a sign of worn-out components or a mechanical fault. 

While some of these can be fixed, these signs, when taken together, necessitate a thorough assessment of your current greenhouse setup.

How to Diagnose Your System

Well-maintained automatic watering systems rarely fail without giving out subtle yet overlooked warning signs. Carrying out regular checks and visual inspections can help prevent plant stress and ensure your irrigation system is functioning optimally. 

This often includes checking water levels, doing filter checks around your water source, and visually inspecting all fittings, joints and connections. Experts recommend flushing the lines at full pressure to release any sediment deposits and checking each dripper or spray nozzle for blockages. You can also check the system’s controller and timer for frequency settings and duration to avoid overwatering or underwatering.

If your greenhouse plants are showing signs of inefficiency and they aren’t delivering the desired results, despite reasonable maintenance, you should consider an upgrade. 

Harvst WaterMate Pro is an automated greenhouse watering system that delivers consistent, precise watering. It uses temperature sensors and has a solar-powered option for setups without a power source. 

When and Why to Upgrade Your Watering System

Are you using a rigid calendar-based timer system for your greenhouse while struggling to save water and energy costs? You should consider upgrading to an automated system.

When you upgrade to a greenhouse watering system, you’ll no longer struggle with low or inconsistent pressure, as the pump system eliminates that. Doing this helps reduce plant stress and creates a healthier growing environment.

Another benefit of upgrading your watering system is that you minimise the hassle of constantly having to replace cheap fittings, hoses and timers. This allows you to benefit from a more professional and reliable setup that does all the work for you.

Manual vs Automated Watering - What’s Better?

Due to its consistency, efficiency and sustainable resource management, upgrading to an automated system is generally well-recommended.

Here’s a side-by-side comparison of manual vs automated watering systems.

Order WaterMate from Harvst Today!

Now that you’ve learnt how the best watering systems can make a difference, why not consider upgrading to an automated greenhouse watering system? 

Harvst WaterMate is a smart, easy-to-use automatic irrigation system designed to fit seamlessly into your garden, greenhouse, or polytunnel. WaterMate comes in Mini and Pro models to suit different growing areas. Each setup helps you water more efficiently and keeps your plants healthy without the need for constant supervision.

At Harvst, we design our products to make growing feel rewarding and balanced. We believe that caring for your plants should bring peace and satisfaction, while our tools handle the hard work in the background.

Place your order now and leave your irrigation worries to Harvst!