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Mona Pluvia

Mona Pluvia is the next evolution of the Mona Subterranean Irrigation System, a well-established and trusted solution that works in harmony with trees and plants.
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Mona Pluvia – The Next Generation of Intelligent Irrigation

The Mona Subterranean Irrigation System has been up-graded to include technology that futureproofs a tried and tested irrigation method into a more intelligent use of water fit for our changing climate.
Mona Pluvia collects rainwater and stormwater in urban locations and utilises it for essential tree and plant irrigation in built-up environments.

The system is key to achieving sustainable water management, recycling rainwater and diverting it to where water is needed the most at the plant’s roots.

Mona Pluvia incorporates a sensor-controlled pump that works to the needs of the planting, activating only when water is low and the planting requires more water. Specially developed sensors, communicate with the pump when the water level drops below an agreed level within the tank which activates the pump, filling the subterranean yellow Mona tanks with rainwater.

Mona Pluvia works with the natural feeding pattern of the planting whilst recovering water that would ordinarily enter an urban drainage network.
This closed-loop system not only reduces water wastage but also ensures a more natural hydration cycle for trees and plants, supporting long-term sustainability in urban landscapes.

Why choose Mona Pluvia?

• Intelligent Water Management: Automatically responds to soil moisture levels to deliver water precisely when needed.
• Proven Capillary Action Technology: Works with nature to optimise plant hydration and root health.
• Ideal for Urban & Hard Landscaping: Designed for city tree planting, parks, streetscapes, and green infrastructure projects.
• Sustainable Water Use: Captures and reuses rainwater and stormwater, reducing pressure on water supplies.
• Manufactured in the UK: Incorporating decades of irrigation experience.
• Eliminates Surface Watering: Reduces maintenance time, avoids surface water run-off and enhances water efficiency.
• Supports Climate Resilience: Helps urban areas adapt to changing rainfall patterns and water shortages.

The Science Behind Mona irrigation

At the heart of the Mona Irrigation System lies the principle of capillary action. In nature, plant and tree roots naturally draw moisture from the soil, overcoming the force of gravity to absorb essential water and nutrients. Mona’s subterranean yellow tanks act as underground reservoirs, storing water at the root level, where it is gradually absorbed as needed. This ensures a steady and efficient supply of water, promoting stronger, healthier plant growth without the reliance on surface watering.

Inspired By Nature

The Mona Pluvia System redefines urban irrigation by redirecting rainwater and stormwater in builtup urban environments and utilising this water for the benefit of essential urban planting. Planting in urban environments is a key contributor to
improving biodiversity within cities and towns, by harvesting and recycling rain water we are utilising the resources we have to the benefit of the environment.
Taking green assets that naturally provide biodiversity and combining them with water management creates a true vision of sustainable blue green infrastructure.

Estimated Tree Watering Requirements

Feathered Light
Standard		 Standard Selected
Standard		 Heavy Standard Extra Heavy Semi
Mature
Girth (cm) 6 6-8 5-10 10-12 12-14 14-16 16-18 18-20 20+
Height (m) 1.8-3.0 2.4-2.7 2.7-3.0 3.0-3.6 3.6-4.2 4.2-4.8 4.8-5.4 5.4-6.0 6.0+
Estimated daily
transpiration rates (litres)		 1 1 1.2 2 3 4 5 6 7+
Suggested first season
summer watering
requirements (ltrs/month)		 36 36 45 75 115 150 190 220 300+

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