AutoPot Easy2Go Vacation Watering Systems

AutoPot Easy2Go Vacation Watering Kit | Happy Hydro Leave for weeks and come home to healthy plants The AutoPot Easy2Go kit turns any flat-based tray into a gravity-fed watering system using the patented AQUAvalve5. No electricity, no pumps, no timers. Connect it to a reservoir of 8 gallons or more, set your pots in the tray, and the valve meters water from below, refilling to a 1-inch depth only after your plants drink the previous fill dry. Works indoors, in greenhouses, on patios, and in grow tents. Assembles in under 10 minutes with a drill and a container you probably already own. Free shipping on orders over $49 30-day returns on all orders Serving growers since 2006 See it in action How the Easy2Go kit works Side by side What you're doing now vs. what the Easy2Go does Wicks, timers, and hand watering Drip emitters and wicks deliver water on a fixed schedule, not when plants actually need it Timer systems need a power outlet, programming, and a pump that can fail while you're gone Hand watering means someone has to show up on schedule, every time, or plants suffer No dry-back cycle with constant drip, so roots stay wet between feedings A big plant and a small plant on the same line get identical water volumes More parts to set up and maintain: pump, timer, tubing, emitters, fittings AutoPot Easy2Go AQUAvalve5 only opens when plants have consumed all available water, so watering matches demand Runs entirely on gravity from a raised reservoir. No pump, no electricity, no programming Set it once and leave. The valve keeps cycling as long as the reservoir has water Built-in wet/dry cycle: tray fills to 1 inch, plants drink it dry, valve reopens Every plant in the tray draws water from below based on its own root demand One valve, one pipe, two filters, one grommet. Assembles in minutes with a drill What makes it work Gravity-powered, plant-led, zero maintenance AQUAvalve5 Plant-Led Watering No electricity The valve fills your tray to a 1-inch depth and shuts off. It stays closed until your plants consume all the water, then reopens to refill. This creates a natural wet/dry cycle driven entirely by plant demand, not a clock. 5mm Large-Bore Inlet The AQUAvalve5 has a 66% larger inlet than the previous AQUAvalve4. Faster fill rates, broader nutrient compatibility, and significantly less risk of blockage from organic or mineral feed solutions. Link Multiple Kits Together Each Easy2Go kit serves one tray. To cover more trays, connect additional kits to the same reservoir. Scale from a windowsill herb garden to a full greenhouse without changing the core system. Works with Any Flat-Based Tray No proprietary trays required. Any gardening tray with a flat bottom and a minimum depth of 1.2 inches will work. Use what you already have or pick up a standard nursery flood tray. Use It Anywhere Runs on gravity alone, so it works indoors, on patios, in greenhouses, in grow tents, or on a balcony. No outlet needed. No pump noise. No risk of failure during a power outage. Included Spirit Level for Accurate Setup The AQUAvalve needs a level surface to function correctly. The kit includes a circular spirit level so you can confirm your tray is flat before you leave, avoiding valve issues while you're away. Specs Technical details and requirements Valve type AQUAvalve5 (5mm inlet) Fill depth 1 inch (auto-regulated) Power required None (gravity-fed) Reservoir minimum 8 gallons Tray requirement Flat-based, 1.2" min depth Pipe size 3/8" (5 ft included) Tools needed Drill (for reservoir spigot) SKU APWS200-A5 Setup in four steps 1 Prep your reservoir Grab any container that holds at least 8 gallons. Drill a hole near the bottom, install the included top hat grommet and inline filter, and connect the 3/8-inch pipe. The reservoir must sit above the tray so gravity can do its job. 2 Level your tray Place your flat-based tray (minimum 1.2 inches deep) on a stable surface. Use the included spirit level to confirm it's flat. The AQUAvalve relies on gravity and a level surface to open and close correctly. 3 Install the AQUAvalve5 Place the AQUAvalve5 in the tray and connect the pipe from your reservoir. Snap the AQUAvalve cover over the valve to protect it from getting bumped by pots. Run the pipe from the reservoir to the valve inlet. 4 Add plants and go Set your potted plants in the tray (any growing medium works). Fill the reservoir with water or nutrient solution and open the tap. The valve fills the tray to 1 inch and stops. When plants drink it dry, it refills automatically. In the box Everything you need except the tray and reservoir Included with every kit 1x AQUAvalve5 1x AQUAvalve5 cover 1x Circular spirit level 1x 1/2" to 3/8" inline filter 1x 3/8" golf filter 1x 3/8" top hat grommet 5 ft of 3/8" pipe Full printed instructions What you'll need to supply Reservoir: Any water container, 8+ gallon capacity Tray: Any flat-based gardening tray, 1.2"+ deep Drill: To install the grommet in your reservoir Not sure what reservoir or tray to use? A standard 27-gallon storage tote works great as a reservoir. For the tray, any nursery flood tray or boot tray with a flat bottom and at least 1.2 inches of depth will do. Call us if you want help choosing: 716-217-0353 / help@happyhydro.com Watch Top 10 tips for AutoPot systems Questions Frequently asked questions How long can I actually leave my plants unattended with this? It depends on how many plants you're running and how big your reservoir is. A single tray with a few small pots connected to a 27-gallon reservoir could run for several weeks without a refill. Larger, thirstier plants in a warm environment will drink faster. The valve doesn't care how long you're gone, it just keeps cycling as long as there's water in the reservoir. Size your reservoir to your plant count and you'll be fine. Can I run nutrients through it, or just plain water? Both. The AQUAvalve5 was specifically redesigned with a larger 5mm bore to handle a wider range of nutrient solutions, both mineral and organic. That said, if you're running thick organic feeds, check the inline filter periodically and clean the valve between grows. Most synthetic nutrient lines run through without issue for extended periods. Does this work with fabric pots, or only hard plastic containers? It works with both. The system waters from below through the tray, so the water wicks up through the bottom of whatever pot you're using. Fabric pots, plastic nursery pots, terracotta, and air pots all work. Just make sure the pots have drainage holes and sit flat in the tray so the bottoms make contact with the water. What if my tray or surface isn't perfectly level? The AQUAvalve is sensitive to level. If the tray is tilted, the valve may not open or close at the right water depth, which can cause overwatering on one side or underwatering on the other. That's why the kit includes a spirit level. Use shims or cardboard under the tray legs to get it flat before you connect the reservoir. It takes an extra minute and makes a real difference. Can I use this alongside my existing AutoPot system? Yes. The Easy2Go uses the same AQUAvalve5 and 3/8-inch pipe that comes standard on all current AutoPot systems. You can feed it from the same reservoir line using a 1/2-inch to 3/8-inch reducer fitting, which is included in the kit. If you want to water a separate group of smaller plants (seedlings, herbs, houseplants) off the same reservoir that feeds your main AutoPot pots, this is a clean way to do it. How is this different from the AutoPot 1Pot or Tray2Grow systems? The 1Pot and Tray2Grow systems come with AutoPot's own trays, pots, and reservoirs. The Easy2Go is just the valve, pipe, filters, and fittings. You supply your own tray and reservoir. It's designed for growers who already have containers and just want to add automated bottom-watering without buying an entire system. It's also the most affordable entry point into AutoPot's gravity-fed technology. What if my kit arrives damaged or something is missing? If you receive a defective or damaged unit, email us a photo at help@happyhydro.com and we'll make it right immediately: replacement or refund, your call. For change-of-mind returns, we accept returns within 30 days for items in new, resalable condition. If you're not sure whether this product is right for your setup, call us first at 716-217-0353. We'd rather answer your questions before you order. Why should I buy this from Happy Hydro instead of somewhere else? Happy Hydro has been selling growing equipment since 2006. We've carried AutoPot for years because the systems work great and customers who buy them leave happy. Have questions before you order? Call 716-217-0353 or email help@happyhydro.com. We're easy to reach and happy to help! Questions? We're easy to reach. Happy Hydro has been serving growers since 2006. Call or email us before you order, after you order, or any time something comes up. When you're happy, we're happy. 716-217-0353 help@happyhydro.com