Great to see Cloud Grow using WaterUps Tree Reservoirs to support the lemon myrtle trees in Hamilton. 🌿 By integrating our wicking system, these trees now draw water naturally, reducing maintenance and promoting healthy growth. It’s an excellent example of how smart water management can enhance urban greening and sustainability. #WaterConservation #UrbanGreening #Sustainability #TreeReservoir #WaterUps #SmartWatering
Over a year ago, Cloud Grow partnered with the Hamilton Business Improvement Association to solve a challenge with their beautiful lemon myrtle trees. These trees, planted in large mosaic planters, were suffering from inconsistent watering schedules. The result? Sometimes they were overwatered—leading to unnecessary costs—and at other times, they were under-watered, causing stress, wilting, and browning leaves. Our Solution 💡 We installed a wicking system in the base of the planters, allowing the trees to naturally draw up water as needed. Along with this, we integrated advanced technology: +Water level sensors to monitor the wicking cell levels. +A soil probe to track soil moisture and temperature. +Ambient air temperature sensors to gauge the environment. +An on-site blue indicator light that alerts staff when watering is required and switches off once the reservoir is refilled for easy, visible monitoring. Smart Monitoring 📊 Through the Cloud Grow platform, the team was given access to a user-friendly dashboard where they could monitor all the critical parameters in real time. Plus, the system sends email alerts when the wicking cells need refilling, and if soil moisture reaches a critical low, an escalated alert ensures quick action to prevent plant stress. The Results 🌱 +Healthier, thriving trees 🌿 — Over a year later, the lemon myrtle trees are flourishing. +Reduced maintenance costs 💧 — No more unnecessary watering and contractor fees. +Peace of mind ✅ — The automated system, combined with the on-site blue light indicator, makes it easy to keep everything in check, ensuring the green infrastructure stays vibrant and healthy year-round. With Cloud Grow, the Hamilton Business Improvement Association now has a smart, efficient, and cost-effective way to keep their green spaces in prime condition. #GreenInfrastructure #SmartTechnology #Sustainability #UrbanGreening #WaterManagement #CloudGrow #EfficientMaintenance
