Epic Garden Watering System: Starter Kit

The Epic Garden Watering System Starter Kit is the easiest way to set up drip irrigation in your raised bed. Everything you need is included. Just connect it, customize it to your bed, and start watering in about 30 minutes.

Stop dragging the hose around every day. It delivers water right to the roots where your plants need it most so they grow stronger while you use less water. Designed specifically for raised beds, this system delivers clean lines and reliable performance without the guesswork. Extremely durable, UV-resistant materials keep it working season after season so you spend less time maintaining and more time enjoying your garden.

Finally, irrigation done right.

30-Minute Install: Most gardeners go from box to watering in 30 minutes. Easy, frustration-proof assembly.
Everything Included: No extra runs to the hardware store. Timer, filter, regulator, tubing, and fittings all included.
Even Watering: Consistent moisture across your entire bed so there’s no dry spots.
Built for Epic Raised Beds: Custom U-connector designed to eliminate kinks over bed walls.
Lasts for Years: Made with extremely durable, UV-resistant material
Clean Setup: No messy tubing or DIY-look. Clean lines that look intentional
Adjustable Sizing: Customize the width and length to your bed. Choose from 2-4 feet wide and up to 10 feet long.
Water Saving: Uses up to 50% less water than sprinklers.

Designed for Raised Beds: Each kit fits a single raised garden bed 2-4 feet wide and up to 10 feet long. If you have more than one bed, extend your irrigation system with our Expansion Kit.

What’s included:

• Programmable Timer
• Hose Connection Kit
• Adjustable Manifold (Fits 2-4 ft wide beds)
• 50 Feet of 16mm Tubing
• 8 Drip Tapes (each covers up to 10 ft) with adaptors and end clips
• Inline Sediment Filter
• Quick Connect Fittings
• Custom U-Shaped Bed Connector
• Landscape Staples
• Step By Step Install guide

Manifold Specifications

• Sits on the soil surface
• Material: UV-treated injection molded polypropylene
• Dimensions:
  • Adjusts to your bed: 3’, 4’, or 5’ width
  • 6” or 12” port spacing
  • Standard 3/4" hose-thread inlet
  • ½” threaded internal ports

Drip Tape Specifications

• Slow, steady flow at 0.25 GPH per dripper
• Dimensions:
  • 5/8" diameter
  • 15 mil thickness
  • 6" emitter spacing
  • Covers up to 10 feet at 6” spacing

View Full Parts List & Instructions (PDF)

1. Attach the hose connection kit and timer to your faucet. Note: if your hose doesn’t have one, connect the included backflow preventer.
2. Connect the tubing and lock it into place. Run the tubing to your bed, cut it, and secure with landscape staples.
3. Bring the water line to the bed with the bed connector.
4. Choose the manifold size for your bed and cap any unused ports.
5. Select between 6” and 12” spacing and attach the drip tape adapters.
6. Install each drip tape line and lock them into place with the adapters. Note: ensure the emitter holes are facing upward.
7. To seal the ends, fold the end of the tape, add the end caps, and secure it with landscape staples.
8. Enjoy hands-free watering for years!

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Q: What’s the difference between the Starter Kit and the Expansion Kit?

A: The Starter Kit is a complete watering system for one raised bed. It includes everything you need to start watering, including the hose connection components. The Expansion Kit is an add-on for additional beds. It connects to your Starter Kit and includes everything needed to irrigate one additional bed.

Q: Do I need the Starter Kit to use the Expansion Kit?

A: Yes. The Expansion Kit is designed to connect to the Starter Kit and does not include the hose connector.

Q: Can I use the Starter Kit on its own?

A: Yes! The starter kit is created to be a complete, stand-alone kit with everything you need to start hands-free watering a single raised garden bed.

Q: How many kits do I need for my garden?

A: Start with one Starter Kit for your first bed. Then add one Expansion Kit per additional bed. You can use our Epic Garden Watering System Calculator to determine the number of kits needed for your garden.

Q: Will this work for my raised bed size?

A: The watering system is designed specifically for raised beds and adjusts to fit beds between 2-4 feet wide and up to 10 feet long. The customizable manifold and drip tape make it easy to fit your setup.

Q: How long does installation take?

A: Most gardeners go from unboxing to watering in 30 minutes. This is a same-day project, not a weekend long commitment.

Q: What if I’ve never installed irrigation before?

A: This system is designed to be beginner-friendly. We’ve removed the common failure points, used quick connect fittings throughout, and made assembly fast and easy. No technical knowledge or professional required.

Q: How do I know if my plants will be watered evenly?

A: The system is engineered for uniform water distribution, so every plant in your bed gets consistent moisture and you don’t have to worry about dry spots or overwatering.

Q: How long will this system last?

A: This is not a one-season kit. It’s built to last years with 15-mil drip tape that resists UV, foot traffic, and is built for long-term outdoor use.

Q: What is the U-shaped connector for?

A: It routes water cleanly over the edge of your raised bed without kinking. No bending tubing or improvising connections.

Q: Can I expand the system later?

A: Yes. The system is fully modular. You can add Expansion Kits or connect additional components as your garden grows.

Q: Will it connect to a standard garden hose?

A: Yes. The system uses a standard 3/4" garden hose (GHT) connection.

Q: Will this save water?

A: Yes. Drip irrigation delivers water directly to the roots, using up to 50% less water than traditional sprinklers.