Not every balcony has an immediately accessible water connection - especially since this should not be left open if you are traveling for a few days or even weeks. The risk of water damage is simply too high. Fortunately, there are a number of irrigation systems that work even without a water connection.
How do I water balcony plants without a water connection?
Watering balcony plants without a water connection is possible using planters with a water reservoir, DIY method with PET or glass bottles, irrigation cones/balls or high tank systems. These options provide plants with reliable care and save on regular watering.
You do not need a water connection for these systems
Each of the systems listed here is based on the proven principle that the plant draws its water from a storage container. This water tank can be small or large, installed directly in the pot or located outside and connected to the planter via a hose.
Planters with water reservoir
If you regularly go away for a few days, you should put your balcony plants in a planter with a water reservoir from the outset. These are a little more expensive to purchase, but they save you from having to water them regularly - and they reliably supply your plants when you go away for the weekend or even for a week.
PET or glass bottles
A well-known and proven DIY method of watering potted and container plants are PET or glass bottles that are filled with water and turned upside down and inserted directly into the planter.
Watering cone/ball
This method works better if you screw a clay or plastic watering cone (€15.00 on Amazon) onto the bottle beforehand. Glass irrigation balls work on the same principle, but of course look prettier.
High tank
High tank systems, in which a larger container is filled with water and placed above the planters to be watered, are also very practical. The high tank is connected to these via thin hoses, whereby the water runs slowly and evenly into the pots and boxes due to gravity and the resulting hydrostatic pressure.
Tip
With a battery-operated pump and a timer you can perfect the high tank system and better adapt it to the needs of the plants.
