Business model case study: Sub irrigation, controlled watering

http://tournesolsiteworks.com/category-Container%20Irrigation.html
There are self watering pots- this could solve problems of overwatering, forgetting to water (for example when you leave on vacation), or water spilling over. The sensor checks water and waters when the plant needs it- this is more efficient watering.

http://www.primescapeproducts.com/ for their catalog: http://www.primescapeproducts.com/downloads/pdfs/2011_supply_web_LR.pdf

http://www.newprocontainers.com/accessories/sub-irrigation.html

Containers with sub-irrigation systems. 

1. In agriculture, subirrigation, also known as seepage irrigation, is a method of irrigation where water is delivered to the plant root zone from below the soil surface and absorbed upwards. The excess may be collected for reuse.

Here is a video on how to build your own sub-irrigation system:

http://www.familyhandyman.com/video/v/63610686/how-to-build-a-sub-irrigated-planter-system.htm

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