These systems are purchased to order, which can add some extra processing time, though we aim to get them out as quickly as possible. For more information, give us a call on 01782 749955. All-in-One AutoPot AV5 Kit Bundles AV5 systems come with upgraded AQUAvalves and thicker 6mm (9mm external) pipework, greatly increasing the efficiency of the system. These kits come with 15 litre pots. For bigger pots, take a look at our AutoPot XL Grow kits. AutoPots are easy-to-use nutrient delivery systems that offer numerous benefits. Plants are gravity fed from a reservoir – no pumps or items of electrical equipment are required. Instead, AutoPots rely on the simple genius of the AQUAvalve system to distribute feed to root systems as and when they require it. Just work out how many plants you want to feed, choose the relevant AutoPot system and you're away. How AutoPot System Kits Work These low cost watering systems offer many benefits, coming with all of the equipment and fittings needed to get set up - making irrigation simple and hassle-free! AutoPot systems are a great way to supply your plants with the nutrients they require, without ever having to use pumps or other irrigation equipment, and therefore use no electricity. Instead, AutoPots rely on gravity and the ingenious AQUAvalve system to distribute feed as and when they are needed. Because of this, AutoPot kits are simple to install and very user friendly. The pots in these kits have a 15 Litre growing capacity. AQUAvalves fill each tray up to the standard level of 20mm. Once this nutrient solution has been absorbed and the tray is empty, the AQUAvalve automatically refills it back up to the 20mm level using an ingenious float valve system. Fresh nutrient solution is only ever delivered once root systems have absorbed the previous 20mm of feed. Because plants in AutoPots are fed from underneath, they require a medium that is able to absorb liquid effectively, 'sucking' it up to the upper regions of the container via capillary action and creating an even spread of nutrient. Coco coir ticks these boxes, making it the best performing medium we've tested for use in AutoPot systems. It's advisable to mix all types of media with perlite or clay pebbles, up to a ratio of around one part medium to one part perlite or pebbles. 60/40 is a great option that's proven to be a customer favourite. To see our full Bottom-Fed Irrigation Systems range, click here.
