If you're a homeowner who dreams of a lush, vibrant yard that is the envy of the neighborhood, then your landscape is more than a hobby; it's a labor of love. But achieving that dream often comes with challenges, especially when it comes to watering. Too little, and your precious plants wither. Too much, and you risk drowning them while wasting a valuable resource. That's where an automatic underground irrigation system comes into play, particularly with the TRU Series irrigation controller from Rain Bird.

How Does an Automatic Irrigation System Work?

You can’t control the rain, but you can control how much water your plants are drinking. An automatic underground irrigation system could be just what your lawn needs to thrive. An automatic underground watering system works by turning valves open or closed using a timer to control your irrigation schedule. 

Imagine going out for the day or traveling on vacation. The last thing you want to do is worry about your lawn while you’re out enjoying your trip. 

Back home, your watering system is always on alert. With your irrigation controller preprogrammed, your customized schedule clicks on at the right times. Working in the background are your pre-installed sprinklers, bubblers, drip tube, and other watering features to deliver water to your lawn, flower beds, patio container plants, or vegetable garden. From a distance, all you see is a lush, green landscape surrounding your home.

Automatic Watering Systems Support Plant Health

Both underwatering and overwatering can stress your plants. Underwatering causes plants to struggle and become spindly as they wilt in the sun. Overwatering deprives their roots of much-needed oxygen, which can weaken them over time and lead to root rot.

Plants love automated watering systems. They enjoy receiving their favorite drink without puddling, flooding, inconsistent watering, or withering away from too little care. Your new automatic watering system will restore your plants to their full health. 

The Rain Bird TRU Series irrigation controller features a rugged design for busy homeowners to manage their landscape watering easily. With 4, 6, or 8 stations and indoor or outdoor options, the TRU Series controller is designed with aesthetics, usability, and reliability in mind. Its robust set screw terminals accommodate AC power and valve connections, and outdoor models come preinstalled in a contractor-grade case to withstand even the harshest environments. The TRU controller is easy to set up, simple to use, and offers a seamless contemporary look. Your plants will get all the attention, not your watering equipment.

See TRU Control in Action

Imagine an intuitive and efficient irrigation system that feels like the heartbeat of your garden, pumping life-giving water through the veins of your landscape with precision and care. This is the promise of the TRU Series irrigation controller.

If you’ve never used an automatic underground watering system before, it may help to see it in action. Take a look at Rain Bird’s video showing how TRU Series Irrigation Controllers work.

Setting It Up, Making It Simple

Designed with the homeowner in mind, the TRU Series boasts an ease of setup and use that demystifies programming your watering schedule. Its sleek, unobtrusive design ensures your plants are the stars of the show, while the intuitive programming dial and multi-function display make managing your garden's hydration a breeze.

Flexibility That Fits Your Life

Life's complicated, but watering your garden doesn't have to be. With the customizable watering options of the TRU Series controller, you can water by days of the week, odd or even calendar days, or cyclic every one to 30 days. The 12 start times across three programs adapt to your schedule, your garden's needs, and the rhythms of nature. Set your TRU system to deliver more frequent watering for grass, flowers, and vegetable gardens, which typically need drinks multiple times per week. We recommend deep watering just once a week for most large trees and well-established perennial shrubs.

Whether adjusting for the seasons, accommodating the unique needs of different plants, or scheduling a day off for a landscaping crew to work in your yard, TRU controllers are as flexible as they are reliable.

Installation and Upkeep Made Easy

After installation, the TRU controller is unobtrusive, but you’ll know it’s handling a big job behind the scenes and have confidence that your landscape will remain healthy and beautiful year-round. Many homeowners enjoy having this small, simple control box that mounts anywhere inside their home or garage. With straightforward maintenance tips, you can ensure your system remains efficient and effective for years.

The TRU Series irrigation controller is an investment in your landscape's health and vibrancy, offering the gift of time and peace of mind. You’ll know that your garden will flourish with Rain Bird's intelligent irrigation solutions.

A Win for You and the Planet

Adopting a TRU Series irrigation controller isn't just a win for your garden; it's a victory for the planet. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, landscape irrigation accounts for nearly one-third of all residential water use – nearly 9 billion gallons per day.

Rain Bird TRU Controllers help reduce water usage with seasonal adjust technology that changes the watering duration from 5% to 200% for all programs simultaneously or for individual programs associated with run times. There’s even a rain delay feature to save time, money, and water. You can suspend watering for up to 14 days when it rains (applies only to stations set to obey a rain sensor), and your normal watering schedule will automatically resume after the set delay has elapsed.

By optimizing water use, an automatic irrigation system can help reduce residential water consumption by up to 30%, contributing to a more sustainable future without sacrificing the health and beauty of your landscape. It’s an eco-friendly option for The Intelligent Use of Water™, which is Rain Bird’s guiding philosophy behind conserving Earth’s resources.

If you're ready to see the difference that true control can make in your garden, we're here to help. Visit our website to learn how the TRU Series irrigation controller can elevate your landscape and make your gardening dreams a reality.