At CES, Orbit announced two new products and an integration with Apple HomeKit, with the B-hyve hose Faucet Timer offered as a simple way to add timing functionality to an existing sprinkler system, ...

Assuming you have an in-ground sprinkler system at your house, you have lots of options if you want to smarten up your watering schedule. If you don't have an existing system and you rely on a basic ...

When I moved into my new house a few years ago I bought a Blossom sprinkler controller because I travel quite a bit and needed a way to keep the lawn green without overwatering. Last year I tested the ...

Orbit’s B-hyve Smart Hose Watering Timer is an ideal solution for drip and other hose-based irrigation systems. Living in California means being conscious of the amount of water my household consumes, ...

Rachio is one of the leading brands when it comes to smart home gadgets for your lawn. Specifically, the company is responsible for a handful of popular smart sprinklers and timers — including the ...

This rugged smart sprinkler isn’t as easy to use as Rachio, but it does allow for app-free control. If you’re looking for a relatively traditional sprinkler system with smart features—or vice ...

As more Californians become aware of the need to conserve water as a matter of lifestyle, more will become aware of the need to monitor their sprinkler system — the No. 1 source of residential water ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

The technology that helps you use less water without sacrificing healthy grass If you have a yard, you've probably watered it a few different ways over the years. Maybe you dragged a hose or sprinkler ...