This soil improver has a high water retention capacity. This sustainable substrate stores water and nutrients for weeks and releases them according to the plants' needs. An invaluable benefit for gardens and plantations, especially during the dry summer months.
Sustainable, electricity-free and modular: tontau provides exactly the amount of water your plants need, thanks to the unique capillary effect of the clay.
The fleece network, which is installed in the roots in the soil, functions like a network of water veins.
LITE-SOIL distributes air and water at the root level and acts as a water reservoir.
The mulch made from 100% sheep's wool retains heat and moisture, promotes mulch formation, protects roots from cold, dryness and sunlight, and acts as a slow-release natural fertilizer.
It is water-permeable, breathable, reduces weed growth, creates a barrier against snails, and can be used for up to two years without chemical additives.
Dry wool rolled turf is a carpet into which drought-resistant grass seeds have been incorporated. It guarantees even lawn growth and is easy to unroll.
Wool improves water retention and promotes root growth, thus providing a resilient, low-maintenance lawn surface, even in dry, sunny areas.
Secalflor panels are drainage and water storage elements. They are 100% ecological and biodegradable.
They improve lawn growth, reduce maintenance needs, and save water. Ideal for green roofs.
The superabsorbent effectively stores more than 300 times its own weight in water and the plant nutrients dissolved in it, thus promoting plant growth even during long periods of drought.
Microorganisms completely break down the superabsorbent in the soil and it retains its effect for a period of 3 to 5 years.
GREEN MUNDO seeds have a special coating that provides plants with essential micronutrients such as calcium, iron and vitamins, improving their growth and resistance.
As a result, the plants are healthier, have more intense flavors, and produce larger harvests.
The fully compostable plant pot, made from renewable raw materials, combines sustainability with optimal growing conditions for your plants.
TOPFI is 100% biodegradable and decomposes in the soil without leaving any residue after approximately one year. The more active the soil life, the faster TOPFI decomposes.
Its breathable structure promotes healthy root development and prevents waterlogging, allowing your herbs, vegetables, and flowers to grow especially strong.
Maintaining a green garden in Mallorca is a matter of water. When summer arrives and resources become scarce, every drop counts, and watering more simply isn’t an answer. Saving water in the garden in Mallorca is the line of work in which Sa Terra Sana distributes and implements ecological solutions of German origin, such as Proplantis, Tontau, Lite-Soil and Green Legacy, for farmhouses, villas and gardens. This page explains what types of solutions exist, how they help the soil retain moisture and what should be considered before choosing a system for a specific property.
On the island, water scarcity in the summer months is a critical factor for any garden or plantation. High temperatures accelerate evaporation, the soil dries out on the surface, and the plants go weeks without rain. On a farm with several hundred meters of garden, or in a villa with lawns, hedges, and fruit trees, irrigation can become a constant concern.
The usual response has been to water more frequently or at a higher flow rate, a solution that relies on a limited resource and is not always possible. Sa Terra Sana’s approach takes a different path: improving the soil’s ability to retain water and reducing losses through evaporation so that the necessary irrigation is less. It is an approach that combines natural products with systems that do not depend on electricity.
A high retention substrate helps the garden because it improves the soil’s ability to store irrigation or rainwater and release it gradually to the roots. This reduces the water lost through filtration or evaporation, and plants have moisture available for longer periods between irrigations.
The substrate for retaining water in the garden in Mallorca is particularly useful on sandy or poor soils that drain very quickly, and in new planting areas where the roots are still superficial. Among the solutions offered by Sa Terra Sana are high-retention substrates that are integrated into the existing soil. The type of product, the dose and the method of application depend on the soil, the species planted and the conditions of each garden, so it is advisable to study them with the team before making a decision.
One of the solutions from Sa Terra Sana is capillary irrigation without electricity. In general, a capillary system carries water to the plants by taking advantage of the material’s own ability to absorb and transport it, without the need for pumps or electrical controllers. The water arrives slowly and continuously, which can be more gentle on the roots than intensive, spaced irrigation.
Irrigation without electricity in a Mallorca garden has obvious benefits on farms where the electrical installation is far from the planting areas or where the need to depend on programmers and batteries is avoided. It is also interesting for its simplicity of operation, as there are fewer electrical components to install and maintain. Each property requires its own design, as factors such as slope, plant type and water source are taken into account, and these details are considered when the team designs the project.
Anyone who owns a farm, villa or garden in Mallorca and wants to learn how to reduce irrigation water consumption can contact Sa Terra Sana through the contact details on this website.
Ecological irrigation solutions in Mallorca are not limited to the irrigation system itself. An efficient garden in water use combines several elements: a soil that retains moisture, a cover that reduces evaporation, and irrigation that delivers the water where and when it is needed. Sa Terra Sana works with this holistic approach and among its solutions is the wool mulch.
Mulch is a layer of organic or natural material that is spread over the ground around the plants. Its function is to protect the soil from direct sunlight, to slow down evaporation and to maintain a more stable temperature in the root zone. When the material is of natural origin, it integrates with the garden without adding any visible artificial elements. The combination of substrate, cover and capillary irrigation forms what Sa Terra Sana presents as a natural and ecological solution for water savings, without dependence on electrical systems.
Before choosing a product or system, it is advisable to carry out a small diagnosis of the garden. The first data is the type of soil: a sandy soil drains quickly and benefits from a substrate that retains moisture, while an clayey soil has different needs. The second is the plant: a lawn does not require the same things as an olive tree, a herb garden or a family garden. The third is the exposure, because an area in full sun loses water much more quickly than a semi-shaded area.
It also accounts for the starting point of irrigation. Knowing how often it is irrigated, with what flow and from what water source allows us to measure the extent of improvement that exists. With that information, Sa Terra Sana can study which combination of substrate, cover and irrigation best suits the property, and propose a solution tailored to it instead of a common recipe for all gardens.
Sa Terra Sana distributes and installs products of German origin such as Proplantis, Tontau, Lite-Soil and Green Legacy, along with other natural systems that improve soil water retention. These are solutions that the company brings to Mediterranean gardens with the aim of reducing irrigation water consumption.
The fact that these products originate from Germany also has practical implications for many of the island’s landowners: Sa Terra Sana provides services in Spanish, English and German, with German being the primary language, so technical explanations can be given in the language the owner feels most comfortable with. To find out which specific product suits a particular soil and plants, the most advisable thing is to bring the matter to the team with a description of the garden and its current irrigation system.
According to the approach of Sa Terra Sana, its natural solutions can reduce irrigation water consumption by up to 70%. This is a maximum indicative value; it is not a fixed result: the actual savings depend on the soil, the plants, the climate of each season, and how the garden has been irrigated up to that point.
It is advisable to read that figure with the prudence that any agronomic data deserves. A garden with very draining soil and very intensive irrigation has more room for improvement than one that is already irrigated judiciously. To assess what savings can be reasonably expected on each property, the appropriate thing to do is to consult Sa Terra Sana and describe the garden: area, species, type of soil, current irrigation system and usual consumption if known.
Sa Terra Sana works on two complementary lines for the exterior of farms and villas. In addition to saving water, the company designs and installs high-end scenic lighting, so that a single owner can address both issues in a single conversation. Anyone who wants to learn about that other line can consult the page about garden lighting in Mallorca, and those who prefer to see examples of work can review them garden lighting projects on farms.
Thinking about both things at the same time has a practical advantage. The channels, light points, and irrigation systems share the same ground, and coordinating them from the beginning prevents opening up trenches twice and makes it easier for the planting, light, and water to be resolved with a joint vision of the garden.
Sa Terra Sana distributes and installs products of German origin such as Proplantis, Tontau, Lite-Soil and Green Legacy, along with other natural systems. Among its solutions are high retention substrates, electric-free capillary irrigation and wool mulch. Each property requires a different combination, which is studied with the team.
Not always. One of the solutions from Sa Terra Sana is capillary irrigation without electricity, designed so that the system works without relying on pumps or electrical programmers. Whether it is the appropriate option for a specific garden depends on its configuration, the water source, and the plants, and it should be consulted with the team.
Sa Terra Sana works with owners of farms and villas in Mallorca, where water is scarce in summer. Natural solutions for water retention can be implemented in gardens of different sizes. The scope, products and methods of application are defined according to the characteristics of each property.
The cost depends on the surface area, the type of soil, the chosen products and the irrigation system; therefore, there is no single figure. To obtain rates and availability depending on the case, the best approach is to contact Sa Terra Sana and describe the garden in as much detail as possible.
Sa Terra Sana provides services in Spanish, English and German, with German being the primary language. Those who wish to present their water-saving project can indicate their preferred language when contacting the company in the language they feel most comfortable using.
To study how to save water in the garden of a farm or villa in Mallorca, the first step is to contact Sa Terra Sana through the contact details on this website.