You should install a water butt
While summer might still feel like a distant dream, it’s never too early to start prepping your garden for the warmer months ahead. One of the simplest and most effective ways to stay ahead of the game? Installing a water butt.
With hosepipe bans becoming more common and water bills rising, it’s time to think smarter about how we use one of our most precious resources. Capturing rainwater now means you’ll have a sustainable, cost-effective supply ready when your garden needs it most—especially during those dry spells when every drop counts.
Our unpredictable UK weather might have its downsides, but the frequent rainfall can actually work in our favour. By installing a water butt, you can make the most of nature’s offerings, give your lawn a fighting chance through summer, and take a positive step toward greener gardening habits.
In this blog, we’ll dive into why a water butt is a must-have garden addition, explore its many benefits, and show you just how easy it is to get one set up and running. Plus, we’ll introduce a little garden hero that can help stretch your water even further during drought conditions—Oasis Water Conserver.
Let’s turn those rainy days into a win for your garden and the environment.
Save, Store, and Sustain: The Benefits of Getting a Water Butt for Your Garden
I know summer may feel far away, but it’s best to be prepared. It’s time to start thinking about saving rainwater ready for the garden’s thirstiest months.
Water is a precious resource and in the summer months more areas are implementing hosepipe bans due to increasing temperatures. It’s important we are not wasteful with our water supply.
As our summers become hotter and drier, many lawns are not surviving due to lack of water. Just like us, our lawns need water.
The UK weather is unpredictable, but we can all agree we do experience a lot of rainfall. Installing a water butt allows us to catch this rain and feed our lawns throughout the dry weather.
Benefits of a water butt
Reduces water waste and saves money – by utilising rainwater, you not only conserve a precious resource but also cut down on water bills.
Plants prefer rainwater to tap water – Rainwater is naturally soft and free from the chemicals present in tap water, making it a preferred choice for plants.
Environmentally friendly – Harvesting rainwater reduces the demand on local water supplies and promotes a more sustainable approach to gardening.
Water your garden during dry periods – A water butt ensures a readily available supply of water for your garden, especially when other water sources may be restricted.
How to install a water butt
Installing a water butt is a straightforward process. Most water butts will come with clear instructions and diverters. But just in case...
- It’s best to place your water butt on a flat surface beneath a convenient downpipe. You may need to elevate it to allow a watering can to fit underneath the tap.
- Mark the height of the water butt on the downpipe. You will then need to the cut the pipe from this mark using a hacksaw (most recommend around 3cm). Attach the rainwater diverter fitting to the cut section of the downpipe.
- Ensure you place the lid on top to stop any animals or insects from getting in.
- Now just wait for the rain!
Oasis Water Conserver
A smart solution for sustainable lawn care.
Our Oasis Water Conserver treatment helps your lawn thrive through dry weather by reducing its water requirements by up to 80%. It improves soil efficiency, helps retain moisture, and minimises watering frequency—saving you time, effort, and resources.
And the best part? Oasis is now included in all our treatment programmes.
Boosts Growth & Colour
By improving nutrient absorption, Oasis encourages thicker, stronger grass with a richer green colour - helping your lawn look vibrant and full of life.
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Strengthens and Protects
Oasis builds resilience from the roots up, keeping your lawn healthy and strong while supporting it after dry spells, top dressing, overseeding, or new turf installation.
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Oasis
A dual-action solution combining a plant bio-stimulant with a water conserver. It improves nutrient uptake, boosts resilience against environmental stress, and reduces watering needs by up to 80%.
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