automatically optimized watering in a set, with the GARDENA Watering Control Select the watering can be planned flexibly and individually, up to three different and independent schedules can be created, the control is battery operated (1 x 9 V not included), is connected directly to the tap and is easy to operate by only one turn and press button to select the data and confirm, an easy-to-read LC display shows all settings at a glance, the weather-resistant control unit is removable, in combination with the innovative soil moisture sensor, watering is ensured as needed and saves water, the existing soil moisture is measured and forwarded to the watering controller, if the soil is still sufficiently moist, the upcoming watering cycle is skipped, in this way the plants automatically receive reliable and accurate care, while saving water along the way, the battery-powered (2 x AA 1.5 V not included) soil moisture sensor can be used not only in lawns or flower beds due to its compact size, but is also suitable for smaller plant pots, so that the sensor does not interfere with lawn care, it has a particularly low height and a flat surface, both lawn mowers and robotic mowers can easily pass over the sensor, the five-meter connection cable enables flexible installation and can be extended as needed with an extension cable available as an accessory, for an exact overview of the watering, you can see the sensor's readings on the connected watering controller, new batteries provide about a year of operation, so the watering controller and soil moisture sensor can always work reliably and provide watering that is both needs-based and water-efficient