ESPHome Automated Drip Irrigation System
Every spring, we plant flowers in a dozen or more flower pots and hanging baskets around the pool. For several years, we dragged the water hose around to water the plants 1-2 times per day. This, of course, got old really quickly. So, naturally, in true Home Hack Lab style, I came up with a system to automate the process using ESPHome and Home Assistant. I leveraged some rain barrels, an ESP8266, various electrical components, a 12V battery and water pump, as well as drip irrigation lines and nozzles. This is how I put it all together. I'll break this into several parts, and links to all components will be at the end of the post. Providing a Water Source for the ESPHome Automated Drip Irrigation System To build a watering solution, you need a water source, right? Exactly! For this project, I purchased four blue 55-gallon rain barrels from a local internet listing and built an elevated platform out of cinder blocks and decking material. Unfortunately, I had to install the barrels be...