by Roberta del Vaglio
The garden finds its best balance when it remains essential, far from excesses and superstructures. Technology can also be part of it, but only if it is discreet, useful, and capable of respecting its authentic nature.
Outdoor spaces should never be transformed into a technology showcase. You don’t need to fill it with devices to make it pleasant: nature already works very well on its own, and its charm lies precisely in this simplicity. Nevertheless, There is a measured and effective way to introduce technology into gardens and terraces, not to dominate them, but to lighten some chores and solve small everyday problems. These aren’t gadgets, but tools: a few, targeted ones that can help us with maintenance or truly improve the experience. The key is here: using technology as a support, not as the protagonist. Choose less, but better, rewarding sustainability whenever possible. Because true luxury, outdoors, always remains the same: being able to experience space naturally and without complications.
Ecco una selezione di strumenti efficaci e sensati:
The robot lawnmower that keeps the lawn tidy without constant intervention
The motorized wheelbarrow to relieve us from physical effort
The smart irrigation system that automatically adapts to the weather
The mosquito repellent that makes summer evenings more livable
The outdoor audio system for listening to soft music
The outdoor shower that heats water with solar energy
The rainwater tank with tap for sustainable watering
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THE ROBOT LAWN MOWER
It cuts the grass itself, while you do other things. It can work early in the morning or when you’re out and about, so when you come home you’ll find your lawn already tidy without having to spend hours listening to the noise of the lawnmower. It’s one of those tools that almost disappear, but make themselves noticed in the result. When choosing a model, it is useful to consider the possibility of remote mapping, the machine’s ability to handle slopes and obstacles, and its waterproofing, such as the GOAT O600 RTK Care Kit, the model we chose from Ecovacs.
GOAT O600 RTK Care Kit Robot Lawnmower by Ecovacs, €499 – ecovacs.com
THE MOTORIZED WHEELBARROW
When you need to move bags of soil, fruit crops, or heavy pots, a motorized wheelbarrow really makes a difference. Think about an afternoon spent tidying up the garden: instead of being tired after half an hour, you manage to complete everything with less effort and more calm, without turning the job into a test of endurance. The Eurosystem Carry wheelbarrow with tipping body and maximum load capacity of 100 kg helps you in a concrete way.
Eurosystem Carry wheelbarrow, €810 (at Garden Italia Store) – eurosystems-spa.it
SMART IRRIGATION, WATER ONLY WHEN NEEDED
Miyo is a smart irrigation system based on one or more moisture sensors that transmit inputs to the system’s control unit. If it rains, it stops by itself; if it’s very hot, it increases the water. Basically: it waters for you and does so when it really needs to. This way, you no longer have to remember to go out every evening with the hose in hand, and the plants get exactly what they need, without waste.
Miyo S2 Solar Powered Soil Moisture Sensor, €99 – miyo.garden/it-it
THE MOSQUITO REPELLENT DIFFUSER
It allows you to stay out for dinner or read without having to constantly fight mosquitoes. You turn it on and forget about it: no constant sprays or candles everywhere, just a little more tranquility as the sun goes down. There are various types, from the more professional and technical ones like the Geiser by Stockergarden that sprays a repellent, to the more decorative and carefully designed ones like the Sophie lantern by Stadler, which uses ultrasound technology to diffuse essential oils of your choice (including citronella for mosquitoes!).
Green 2L Portable Nebulizer Geyser Kit with Florifens IT by Stockergarden, €59.90 on Eurobrico – stockergarden.com
THE OUTDOOR SOUND SYSTEM
A light background while you enjoy breakfast or invite friends over for dinner. It shouldn’t drown out the sound of the wind in the leaves or the birds singing, but rather accompany it: a calm playlist that blends in with the environment rather than imposing itself. When choosing the right speaker, opt for a rechargeable Bluetooth speaker that is both dramatic like the Speaker Fire lantern from Create, or that can be camouflaged like the Garden Duo speakers from Metronic, which can be planted in the ground and hidden among the leaves.
Speaker Fire Lantern by Create, €74.95 – create-store.com/it
Metronic Garden Duo Speakers €53,25 – metronic.com/it
OUTDOOR SOLAR SHOWER
The Bestway outdoor shower is perfect after gardening or sunbathing. The water heats itself with solar energy and in just a few minutes you can cool off without entering the house. A simple gesture that in summer almost becomes a little vacation moment.
Bestway Solar Garden Shower €119 – it.bestway.eu
RAINWATER TANK
It is installed on the gutter and collects water when it rains, making it available when needed. For example, you can use it to water plants on dry days, without turning on the tap. It’s a subtle solution, but it changes the way you manage your garden, making it more self-sufficient and sustainable.
Elho Green Basics Rain Catcher 35ltr Living Black €69 – elho.com/it
THE PARASOL UMBRELLA
Non tutta la tecnologia è elettronica: a volte l’innovazione risiede nei materiali e nelle prestazioni. The Garden Glory Garden Umbrella is made of high-density, water-resistant fabric that blocks up to 98% of the sun’s rays, creating truly effective shade. Whether you’re enjoying lunch outdoors or reading an afternoon, it makes a difference without being noticed: less heat, softer light, and no need to constantly move around. A simple solution that improves the garden without complicating it.
Garden Umbrella beige by Garden Glory, €795 – gardenglory.com
, €99 – stadler-form.it
