Cycle Soaking Irrigation

Discover the optimal watering strategy for your garden with our plant-specific cycle & soak guide

A man watering a garden with a timer on a hose.

117 Smart Irrigation Timer

Advanced controller with built-in Cycle & Soak technology
  • 3 pre-set Cycle & Soak modes
  • Customizable soak intervals
  • Easy-to-program digital interface
  • Weather-resistant housing
  • Battery backup for power outages
  • WaterSense compatible

Advanced Cycle & Soak Technology

Designed specifically for challenging irrigation conditions

 

Intelligent Cycle & Soak Technology

The 117 Irrigation Timer features advanced cycle soaking algorithms that break long watering sessions into multiple short cycles with pauses in between, allowing water to properly penetrate the soil.

Three pre-set professional modes:

  • Mode 1 (3:15): Water for 3 minutes, soak for 15 minutes
  • Mode 2 (5:30): Water for 5 minutes, soak for 30 minutes
  • Mode 3 (10:30): Water for 10 minutes, soak for 30 minutes

Fully customizable settings available for unique landscape requirements.

Superior Soil and Slope Adaptation

The 117 Timer is specially designed for challenging irrigation conditions:

  • Clay soils: Slows irrigation to prevent puddling and runoff
  • Sloped landscapes: Reduces water waste and improves absorption
  • Sandy soils: Optimizes intervals to prevent over-percolation
  • Mixed soil types: Different programs for different zones

By intelligently adjusting irrigation rhythm, water penetrates deep to plant roots instead of running off into the environment.

Significant Water and Environmental Benefits

Compared to traditional irrigation, the 117 Timer helps you:

  • Reduce outdoor water usage by up to 30%
  • Lower water bills with quick ROI
  • Prevent fertilizer and pesticide runoff pollution
  • Promote deep root growth for drought resistance
  • Reduce weed growth and plant diseases

WaterSense certified - the ideal choice for eco-conscious homeowners and businesses.

Cycle & Soak Plant Guide

Find the perfect watering schedule for your plants

Mode 1: 3:15

Ideal for heavy clay soils with very slow absorption rates

Water: 3 minutes | Soak: 15 minutes

Short watering bursts with longer soak times prevent runoff on compacted soils.

 

Mode 2: 5:30

Perfect for moderate clay or sloped landscapes

Water: 5 minutes | Soak: 30 minutes

Balanced approach for most residential landscapes with challenging conditions.

 

Mode 3: 10:30

Best for established landscapes with mild slopes

Water: 10 minutes | Soak: 30 minutes

Longer watering periods with adequate soak time for deeper root penetration.

 

117 Timer - Cycle & Soak Calculator

117 Timer - Cycle & Soak

Calculate total watering time and valve shut-off time

Watering duration must be between 1 and 239 minutes

Watering Plan Results

Valve Shut-off: --:--
Total Watering Time: 0 minutes
Number of Cycles: 0
Active Watering Time: 0 minutes
Total Soak Time: 0 minutes

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Cycle & Soak Guide - Smart Watering for American Gardens

Cycle & Soak: Smarter Watering, Better Results

Discover the optimal watering strategy for your American garden with our plant-specific cycle & soak guide

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Cycle & Soak Plant Guide

Find the perfect watering schedule for your plants

What is Cycle & Soak?

Cycle & Soak delivers water in short, repeated bursts instead of one long soak. This allows moisture to penetrate deep into the root zone, dramatically reducing runoff and evaporation - especially crucial on slopes or with clay soil.

Short Cycle Plants

3:15 (Water: 3 min, Soak: 15 min)
  • Peppers
  • Succulent Plants
  • Grapes
These plants thrive with frequent, short watering cycles that prevent waterlogging while ensuring adequate moisture.

Medium Cycle Plants

5:30 (Water: 5 min, Soak: 30 min)
  • Grass/Lawns
  • Tomatoes
  • Roses
  • Pothos
These popular garden plants benefit from moderate watering cycles that balance moisture penetration and absorption time.

Long Cycle Plants

10:30 (Water: 10 min, Soak: 30 min)
  • Maple Trees
  • Oak Trees
Large trees with deep root systems require longer watering cycles to ensure water reaches the entire root zone.

Why Choose Cycle & Soak?

Two powerful benefits for your garden and wallet

Save Water & Money!

Cycle & Soak delivers water in short, repeated bursts instead of one long soak. This allows moisture to penetrate deep into the root zone, dramatically reducing runoff and evaporation - especially crucial on slopes or with clay soil. It's the responsible, eco-conscious choice that can reduce your water bill by up to 30%.

Grow Healthier Plants!

Cycle & Soak encourages deeper, stronger roots for more resilient and vibrant growth, even in dry times. By allowing water to penetrate slowly and deeply, plants develop robust root systems that can access water and nutrients more effectively, resulting in healthier, more drought-resistant plants.

How Cycle & Soak Works

The science behind smarter irrigation

1

Short Watering Burst

Water is applied for a short period (3-10 minutes depending on plant type)

2

Soak Period

Water is allowed to penetrate deep into the soil (15-30 minute pause)

3

Repeat Cycle

The process repeats until the total required water volume is delivered

4

Deep Root Growth

Plants develop stronger, deeper roots that are more resilient to drought

Perfect for Challenging Conditions

Cycle & Soak is particularly effective for:

  • Clay soils with slow water absorption
  • Sloped landscapes where runoff is a problem
  • Areas with water restrictions or high water costs
  • Gardens in drought-prone regions

Start Saving Water Today!

Implement Cycle & Soak in your garden and enjoy healthier plants while reducing your water bill.

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