Seasonal Care

Winter conditions require protective measures for garden infrastructure. Irrigation systems may need to be drained to prevent damage from freezing, with water lines cleared and valves closed. Systems that remain operational require insulation or other protection to ensure components continue to function in cold conditions.

Lighting Maintenance

Lighting fixtures should be checked for any damage from weather exposure. Connections are inspected, and any accumulated debris or moisture is cleared. Fixtures may need adjustment if plant growth or other changes have affected their positioning during the previous growing season.

System Protection

Control systems and electrical connections require protection from moisture and temperature extremes. Enclosures are checked for integrity, and any necessary repairs or replacements are made before the most severe winter conditions arrive.

Spring brings renewed activity in the garden, requiring systems to be prepared for the growing season ahead. Irrigation systems that were drained for winter are recommissioned, with lines checked for integrity and components tested for proper operation.

Irrigation Preparation

Irrigation schedules are adjusted to match increasing plant water needs as growth resumes. Zones are tested, and any necessary adjustments are made to account for changes in planting or garden layout that may have occurred during the dormant season.

Lighting Adjustment

Lighting systems may need adjustment as plant growth changes the garden's structure. Fixtures are repositioned if necessary, and schedules are updated to account for longer daylight hours. The way light moves through the space is reassessed as new growth appears.

Summer places the greatest demands on irrigation systems, with increased watering frequency and volume required to support active plant growth. Systems are monitored to ensure they meet the garden's changing requirements during peak growing season.

Irrigation Monitoring

Water distribution patterns are checked to ensure adequate coverage as plants reach full size. Adjustments may be needed to account for increased plant density or changes in water requirements. System performance is monitored, and any issues with flow rates or coverage are addressed promptly.

Lighting Use

Longer daylight hours reduce the need for artificial lighting, but evening use of the garden may increase. Lighting schedules are adjusted to match actual use patterns, and fixtures are checked to ensure they provide appropriate illumination during the warmer months when the garden is used more frequently.

Autumn preparation involves checking systems before winter conditions arrive, ensuring they are ready for the dormant season ahead. This includes cleaning fixtures, checking connections, and adjusting schedules to match reduced plant activity.

System Review

A comprehensive review of both lighting and irrigation systems identifies any components that require attention before winter. Repairs or replacements are made while weather conditions remain favourable, and systems are prepared for reduced use during the dormant season.

Schedule Adjustment

Irrigation schedules are gradually reduced as plant growth slows and water requirements decrease. Lighting schedules are adjusted to account for shorter daylight hours, with timings updated to match the earlier onset of darkness. Both systems are configured for efficient operation during the transition to winter.