It is best to water your plants daily, but this is not possible when you are on holiday. To prevent your plants from drying out, you need to find an alternative to daily watering.
There are many different options when it comes to watering systems. They can be inexpensive or easy to use.
You should consider how many plants you have to care for and how long you will be on holiday. For a longer period and several plants, you should get an irrigation system that works on a timer.
In addition, a pump should be available to guarantee an even and reliable water supply.
However, if you only have herbs on your balcony and you are not on holiday for too long, watering cones that you connect to a water bottle and insert into the soil are usually sufficient. Flower boxes with a double bottom are also very useful for a short holiday.
Watering system with water connection
Be careful with watering systems for the balcony that require a water connection. Only use devices that have several good reviews and come from an established brand.
If your water connection is in the flat and you lead the water to the balcony via a hose, the risk of water damage is very high due to the constant pressure of tap water.