Automatic Plant Watering Device (simple version)

Step 4 Set up the top pump and reservoir

Attach the top tub (and pump) to the top edge of the bucket.

I used a couple binder clips which is more than strong enough to support the weight and I know can survive getting a little damp, and have the added advantage of being able to guide the watering tube through the handles.

You could probably also use hot glue if you didn't mind some damage to your bucket and are careful not to melt the tub.

Aim the pipe from the bottom into the top reservoir.

Again the binder clip's handles come in handy for this. But again, hot glue would probably work.

Make sure the top end of the pipe is above the high-water level of the tub. If is in the water there's a small chance that it could start a siphon.

Tip: My pump came with a little right-angle adapter. If you're having trouble getting the water to go in the right direction, and you don't have an adapter you can hot glue the end of the tube shut and cut a hole in the bottom side of the tube.

'Run a length of hose from the top pump.

This one goes to your plant, so how long it needs to be depends on your arrangement

It's not a bad idea to secure the end to the bucket so it doesn't accidentally get pulled out of alignment. Again I used a binder clip.