Soil moisture sensor GARNI 096S (compatible with Garni 3055 Arcus) — wireless probe for soil humidity measurement

GARNI 096S is a wireless soil moisture sensor designed to measure soil humidity and transmit readings to compatible base units such as the Garni 3055 Arcus. The probe enables remote, real-time monitoring of soil moisture levels for home gardens, greenhouses, lawns and small-scale agricultural setups. Its compact probe design is intended for straightforward insertion into soil and regular monitoring without the need for wired connections.

Advantages

The wireless probe provides continuous soil humidity data to a compatible display unit, allowing users to check moisture levels without manual sampling. Its compatibility with the Garni 3055 Arcus system ensures straightforward integration with an existing monitor. The device is designed for easy placement in different soil types and locations, supporting flexible monitoring across garden beds, pots or turf. Wireless transmission reduces the need for cabling and simplifies installation in multiple monitoring points.

Suitable for

• Home gardening and vegetable beds
• Greenhouse humidity monitoring
• Lawn and turf moisture control
• Small-scale horticulture and allotments

Key specifications

• Function: soil moisture measurement via a probe
• Connection: wireless transmission to a compatible base or weather monitor
• Probe type: insertable soil probe for direct contact with substrate
• Typical use environment: garden soil, potting mixes, turf
• Power: battery-powered probe (user-replaceable batteries)

How to use

Insert the probe into the soil at the root zone depth appropriate for the plants being monitored, ensuring good contact with the surrounding substrate. Activate the probe and follow the pairing procedure with the compatible base unit (for example, the Garni 3055 Arcus) to enable wireless data transfer. Position the probe vertically or at a slight angle to avoid air gaps, and leave it in place for continuous monitoring. Check readings on the base unit or linked weather monitor and replace batteries when transmission weakens.

Usage recommendations

Place the sensor probe near the root zone for representative moisture readings, avoid inserting it into very compacted or waterlogged soil where contact may be inconsistent, and remove the probe during prolonged frosts or soil freezing to prevent damage. For accurate irrigation decisions, combine sensor readings with visual inspection of plants and soil.