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The study developed SmartPlant, an Arduino-based automated irrigation and monitoring system aimed at assisting beginner indoor gardeners with consistent plant care. Through qualitative testing with ten participants, the system demonstrated reliability in detecting soil dryness and automating watering, leading to increased user satisfaction and reduced water waste. This research contributes to sustainable home technology by offering an affordable solution for maintaining healthy indoor plants while providing educational opportunities in STEM fields.

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The study developed SmartPlant, an Arduino-based automated irrigation and monitoring system aimed at assisting beginner indoor gardeners with consistent plant care. Through qualitative testing with ten participants, the system demonstrated reliability in detecting soil dryness and automating watering, leading to increased user satisfaction and reduced water waste. This research contributes to sustainable home technology by offering an affordable solution for maintaining healthy indoor plants while providing educational opportunities in STEM fields.

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First Name MI. Surname, First Name MI. Surname, First Name MI. Surname,
First Name MI. Surname, & First Name MI. Surname
Senior High School
National University Baliwag

Abstract

Inconsistent watering and inadequate monitoring are among the most common problems
indoor gardeners face, often resulting in plant stress, overwatering, or neglect. These issues
are especially prevalent among beginner gardeners and busy individuals who lack the time or
knowledge to maintain optimal plant care. Despite the rise of smart agriculture tools, there is
a noticeable gap in affordable and accessible solutions tailored for small-scale or indoor
gardening. To address this problem, this study developed and evaluated SmartPlant—an
Arduino-based automated irrigation and monitoring system designed to support plant
maintenance in a home environment. By conducting a qualitative study with ten beginner
gardeners and DIY enthusiasts in an urban village in Bulacan, the researchers explored the
usability, effectiveness, and reliability of the system. The study employed a descriptive-
developmental design in which participants tested a prototype composed of an Arduino Uno,
a soil moisture sensor, a relay module, and a water pump. The device automatically activated
watering when moisture levels dropped below a defined threshold. Testing involved multiple
dry-wet soil cycles, followed by system integration and user evaluation. Results indicate that
the SmartPlant system reliably detects soil dryness and automates watering with minimal user
intervention. Participants reported increased ease of plant care, satisfaction with the
simplicity of the design, and appreciation for the system’s ability to reduce water waste. The
research reveals that SmartPlant provides a user-friendly, cost-efficient solution for
maintaining healthy indoor plants. It serves as a valuable educational tool for STEM learners
and offers future potential for enhancements through mobile app integration or wireless
features. This study contributes to the growing field of sustainable home technology by
demonstrating how low-cost components can be leveraged to improve environmental
responsibility and support urban gardening practices.

Keywords: Smart irrigation; Arduino-based system; soil moisture sensor; automated


watering; indoor gardening.

1. INTRODUCTION particularly through automation, has


addressed similar problems in large-scale
1.1 Background of the Study settings. Yet, a gap persists in the
application of affordable, scalable solutions
In today’s fast-paced world, indoor for home gardening.
gardening has become a practical solution
for individuals who want to stay connected In the Philippines, the increasing
with nature while living in urban areas. interest in sustainable living and self-
However, maintaining healthy indoor plants sufficiency has led more households to
remains a challenge due to inconsistent adopt indoor plant cultivation. However, the
watering practices, limited knowledge of lack of accessible and user-friendly
plant care, and time constraints. Globally, technologies makes it difficult for beginner
the integration of technology in agriculture, gardeners to maintain their plants
effectively. This underscores the need for a
simple, cost-
effective system that supports consistent automating plant care. It enables users to
care through technology. maintain consistent watering, leading to
healthier plants with minimal effort.
To address this gap, this study Gardeners with limited experience can use
introduces SmartPlant: An Automated the SmartPlant system to monitor and
Arduino-Based Irrigation and Monitoring sustain their indoor plants without needing
System for Indoor Plants. This innovation advanced gardening knowledge.
leverages low-cost components such as an
Arduino Uno, soil moisture sensors, and a 2. Educational Institutions. Engineering and
relay-controlled water pump to automate STEM programs can use this project as a
watering based on real-time data. The learning tool. It offers students hands-on
SmartPlant system is designed specifically experience with sensors, coding, and system
for beginner gardeners and technology design—enhancing their understanding of
enthusiasts seeking a reliable way to automation and sustainability.
maintain plant health without constant
manual attention. 3. Environmental Advocates. The
SmartPlant system supports water
1.2 Research Objective conservation by delivering water only when
the soil moisture falls below a threshold.
The general objective of this study is This approach aligns with eco-friendly
to develop and evaluate an Arduino-based practices and promotes responsible water
automated irrigation system that monitors usage.
and maintains optimal soil moisture levels
for indoor plants. 4. Technology Developers. Innovators and
developers can benefit from the system's
1.2.1 Specific Research Objectives / scalable and modular design. The study
Statement of the Problem provides insights into building low-cost
automation systems that can be enhanced
1. To identify common challenges in with additional features such as wireless
maintaining indoor plants. connectivity.

2. To describe how soil moisture and 5. Future Researchers. The study lays a
environmental factors can be monitored foundation for future explorations into smart
using sensors. home gardening systems. It offers potential
for improvements through IoT integration,
3. To explore the most suitable Arduino- mobile notifications, and adaptive watering
compatible components for automating schedules based on plant types.
irrigation.
1.4 Scope and Limitation of the Study
4. To evaluate the reliability of the
SmartPlant system in maintaining optimal This study aims to design and
soil moisture. evaluate a prototype irrigation system for
indoor gardening using Arduino-based
5. To determine the limitations and areas for automation. It focuses on monitoring soil
improvement in the system. moisture and activating watering
mechanisms using sensors and relay-
1.3 Significance of the Study controlled pumps.

1. Home Gardeners. This study provides a The research was conducted between
practical and affordable solution for January and April 2025, using a sample of
ten individuals with basic gardening
The study was limited to indoor plants knowledge and interest in DIY electronics.
commonly grown in small pots. It excluded
outdoor or large-scale agricultural setups
and did not incorporate wireless or IoT-
based remote monitoring features.

The methodology involved building a


standalone system using basic components,
testing its performance in dry-wet soil
conditions, and collecting feedback from
users. The research design is experimental
and qualitative, combining hardware
development with user evaluation.

Limitations include potential sensor


inaccuracies, component malfunctions, and
variability in plant types that might affect
soil moisture requirements. Delimitations
include excluding IoT, Wi-Fi, and advanced
automation features, focusing instead on
local, user-controlled solutions.

2. METHODOLOGY

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