Watering systems for balconies, patios, raised beds or greenhouses are designed to water plants automatically and reliably. But how well do they work in everyday use? We tested two types of watering system: models with a solar-powered pump and models that connect to the mains water supply...

The complete set provides a quick introduction to water-saving bed irrigation. Installation is easy to understand and can be customised, but is also time-consuming: Each branch is installed individually. Planting in rows simplifies installation enormously. The set can be connected to the tap using the typical Gardena adapters - or to an irrigation computer for automatic control.