As a homeowner and avid gardener, I am always looking for ways to save time and ensure my plants and lawn receive adequate water. That’s why I decided to test a variety of the best hose timers in my ...

If you want to automate watering runs through a standard hose connection, the Rachio Hose Timer is a no-frills way solution that uses the same app as Rachio’s excellent in-ground sprinkler system ...

Orbit’s B-hyve Smart Hose Watering Timer is an ideal solution for drip and other hose-based irrigation systems. Living in California means being conscious of the amount of water my household consumes, ...

Rachio is one of the leading brands when it comes to smart home gadgets for your lawn. Specifically, the company is responsible for a handful of popular smart sprinklers and timers — including the ...

Summer doesn’t last long in Southwestern Ontario, where I live. The gardening season is basically mid-May to October. Anything outside of that and everything you grow is liable to get walloped by ...

Installing a smart sprinkler in your yard is a great way to cut down on water waste and lower your utility bills — but it’s also a pricey (and time-consuming) investment. Rachio is looking to change ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Ensuring your plants get the right amount of water is a challenging task, and lugging around a watering can is hard work. Here are some hands-off alternatives.

Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. The Rachio Smart Hose Timer Starter Kit comes with a timer ...

According to the EPA’s WaterSense program, roughly half of all outdoor water use is wasted through overwatering, evaporation, and misdirected irrigation. That’s not a distant policy problem; that’s ...