Water Timers

Our Water Timer Collection

Garden water timers are invaluable tools for automating your garden's irrigation system. They eliminate manual watering, ensuring your plants receive consistent moisture, even when you're away.   

• Scheduled Watering: Set specific times and durations tailored to your plants' needs. 
• Efficiency: Prevent overwatering, which can lead to root rot and wasted water.
• Convenience: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your garden is being cared for, even during busy periods or vacations.
• Flexibility: Many timers offer adjustable settings for garden areas, plant types, and weather conditions.
• Cost-Effective: Reduce water consumption by optimising watering schedules.   

Types of Garden Water Timers:

• Single-Zone Water Timers are great for smaller gardens. An example is the Claber 8422 Timer, an inexpensive, good timer.
• Multi-Zone Water Timers are suitable for larger, more extensive gardens or for gardens with varying irrigation requirements.
• Solar-powered Timers, some of which are battery-free, such as the Claber myAquaSystem timers, which are Easy to program using Bluetooth® technology.
• Battery-Powered Timers: Simple and easy to install, these timers are ideal for basic watering needs. They typically run on AA or AAA batteries.

Water Timers are sometimes called watering timers, irrigation timers, hose timers, tap timers, digital water timers, drip irrigation timers and garden sprinkler timers.

Most UK outdoor taps have a 3/4-inch thread.  

In the UK, it’s common to have rain even when a dry spell is forecast. Look for a timer with Rain Sensor compatibility. This allows you to pause watering schedules after a downpour without losing your programmed settings.

The Golden Rule: Always remove your water timer before the first winter frost. Even a small amount of water trapped inside the plastic valve will expand when frozen, causing the unit to crack. Store it in the shed or garage from November to March. Remember, most water timer manufacturers' warranties do not cover frost damage.

If you live in a hard-water area (such as SE England), check the internal filter mesh monthly to prevent flow restriction from limescale buildup.