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Gardenio’s Tried-and-Tested Irrigation Timers
- Gardenio gardens
- Aug 7
- 3 min read
Watering the garden sounds simple—until you go away for a weekend, forget to turn off the tap or realise that one thirsty hydrangea has been relying entirely on the British weather.
At Gardenio, we regularly use irrigation timers with sprinklers, soaker hoses and drip-irrigation systems. A good timer can keep plants watered consistently, save time and remove one more job from your daily list.
We have tried several different timers, and these are four options worth considering.
1. Claber Irrigation Timer
The Claber timer is a practical choice for straightforward garden irrigation. It is suitable for connecting to a sprinkler, soaker hose or simple drip-irrigation system.
We like Claber products because they are designed specifically for irrigation and generally feel sturdy and reliable. Once programmed, the timer takes care of the watering schedule without needing daily attention.
Best for: A simple, dependable garden-watering setup.
2. Gardena Irrigation Timer
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Gardena is a well-established garden-watering brand, and its timer is a good option for anyone who wants greater flexibility over watering times and frequency.
It works particularly well alongside other Gardena hoses, connectors and irrigation components. The controls may take a little longer to understand initially, but once everything is set, it provides reliable automatic watering.
Best for: Gardeners who want more control over their watering schedule.
3. Hozelock Irrigation Timer
Hozelock is probably the name most familiar to UK gardeners. It's timer is a sensible option for everyday garden watering and is particularly useful if you already use Hozelock hoses and connectors.
It is designed to make setting a regular watering routine relatively straightforward, without turning watering the garden into an IT project.
Best for: An uncomplicated timer from a familiar UK garden brand.
4. RainPoint Irrigation Timer
The RainPoint timer is a good choice for gardeners who prefer more detailed digital controls. It allows greater flexibility when creating watering routines and can suit gardens with more specific requirements.
It may take slightly longer to set up than a very basic timer, but the additional control can be helpful when watering different types of plants or adjusting the routine throughout the season.
Best for: More detailed and flexible watering schedules.
Which Irrigation Timer Should You Choose?
For a simple sprinkler or soaker hose, an uncomplicated timer may be all you need. If you have pots, several planted areas or a drip-irrigation system, a model offering more flexible programmes could be more useful.
Whichever timer you select, we recommend testing the complete system while you are still at home. Check that every connection is secure and that water reaches all the intended plants.
A timer can remember to turn the water on and off, but it cannot tell you that your sprinkler has spent 20 minutes carefully watering the garden fence.
A Quick Note About the Hosepipe Ban
At the time of writing, a temporary Thames Water hosepipe ban is in place. Hosepipes generally cannot be used to water gardens unless a particular exemption applies.
Always check the latest Thames Water restrictions before using a hosepipe or irrigation system.
When the restrictions are eventually lifted, your timer will be ready to return to work after its unexpected summer holiday.
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