Easy Installation, Reliable Connection Simplifies Everyday Life
California faces a water crisis. Governor Brown mandates a 25 percent cut in urban water use. Consumers wonder how to conserve water with smart methods. Almost every region in the U.S. experiences water shortages recently. According to the EPA, 40 out of 50 state water managers expect shortages. These shortages may occur even under average conditions in some areas over the next decade.
IRVINE, CA–(Marketwired – Nov 18, 2014) – Smart homes are becoming less of a conceptual ideal and more of a reality, transforming the way we interact with our living spaces on a daily basis. In fact, a staggering 31 million smart home systems are expected to be installed by 2017. That’s certainly indicating a significant shift towards advanced technology in residential environments. Home automation via the Internet of Things brings numerous benefits, including increased energy efficiency, enhanced security, and unparalleled convenience. But what if these benefits could extend to outside the home as well? With Blossom, they can, offering homeowners a seamless integration of smart technology that allows for smart irrigation and garden automation, ensuring that devices work in harmony with each other to create an efficient and sustainable living experience overall.
The Power of Smart Watering
Now available for pre-order on Kickstarter, Blossom is a smart watering system with automated weather intelligence designed to revolutionize the way you manage your garden. It allows you to simplify your life by effortlessly monitoring and controlling your yard’s watering schedule from anywhere in the world. You can easily adjust settings or check your system’s status at any time using a smartphone, tablet, or computer, giving you unparalleled convenience. By taking into account rainfall and only using the precise amount of water needed based on real-time weather conditions, Blossom not only ensures your plants receive optimal hydration but also significantly conserves water. This innovation effectively reduces excess water use, leading to lower water utility bills, making it an eco-friendly choice that benefits both the environment and your wallet. Say goodbye to guesswork in gardening and embrace a smarter approach that keeps your plants thriving while being mindful of resource consumption.
Blossom was founded by experts from powerful brands. Skype, Vizio, Microsoft, Linksys, and Cisco played key roles. These leaders brought innovation and experience. They aimed to create something unique. Together, they built a strong foundation. Blossom thrives on their vision.
Equally Effective Indoors or Outdoors
A large portion of residential irrigation controllers are placed outside the home (usually attached to a wall), where Wi-Fi is limited. Others are installed in the garage in areas that also have wireless connectivity limitations. This can be behind a water heater tank, for example.
Blossom tackles these connectivity challenges by utilizing Powerline, simplifying the installation process and delivering a highly reliable connection. With Powerline technology, Blossom transforms electrical outlets into Internet connections, making its range essentially limitless for the home. It goes where others can’t. Blossom stands as the only sprinkler controller designed for deployment indoors or outdoors, engineered to withstand the elements. For users who prefer a Wi-Fi solution, Blossom offers this alternative as well.
Making a Global Impact, One Yard at a Time
We have a problem: Almost half of the water used for outdoor irrigation goes to waste. Most residential irrigation systems rely on archaic controllers that do not consider actual water needs based on local weather and vegetation. Blossom outsmart traditional ‘mindless’ controllers by leveraging the power of cloud computing to determine an optimal irrigation schedule.
In fact, traditional sprinkler controllers are not controllers at all. They are simply timers that go on or off at pre-designated times. This is problematic. The water consumption needs of plant life aren’t based on time. They’re based on local weather conditions. For example, your lawn is going to consume more water on a hot day than on a cool day.
Blossom uses cloud technology to gather local forecasts and daily data from thousands of weather stations and satellites. It combines this data with user feedback to create an optimized watering schedule. Since every yard represents a diverse ecosystem of grass, trees, and plants, Blossom’s technology ensures that each section receives the appropriate amount of water based on its layout and vegetation. That’s clearly smart watering technology.
Simple, Intuitive Installation and Operation
With apps for iOS and Android, Blossom determines an optimal irrigation schedule. It simplifies yard control from anywhere. Setting up Blossom is easy. It integrates seamlessly with your existing wires, valves, and sprinklers. You just remove the old controller, mount Blossom’s controller, and connect the existing valve wires. Then, download the Blossom app. You can start using it in less than 15 minutes. Blossom continuously seeks to improve its assistance. It learns from your input. Use your smartphone, tablet, or computer to adjust the schedule based on your preferences.
Blossom Pays Off — in More Ways than One
Priced at $179, Blossom pays for itself in water cost savings in less than one year. Blossom — with all of its built-in intelligence — remains comparably priced to a conventional outdoor 12-station sprinkler controller. Once installed, Blossom shaves up to 30 percent off future water bills.
We understand what it takes to build a reliable product that scales in the cloud and stays cost-effective,” says Blossom founder Manrique Brenes. “Blossom embodies our expertise, gained in related fields. We also have a desire to create something impactful across multiple sectors. With Blossom, we make users’ lives easier. We help them save money, conserve water, and protect the environment for future generations.
