Garden Sprayers for Treating Orchards, Vineyards and Greenhouses

A small hand sprayer (0.5-2 L) suits houseplants and greenhouses, a pump-up sprayer (5-10 L) a small garden, and a lever backpack sprayer (12-20 L) vineyards and orchards. On large areas, cordless and petrol sprayers are faster.

Choose a volume so that one fill is enough for one treatment without the sprayer being too heavy. A wide filler opening and a measuring scale make mixing the solution easier.

In a pump-up sprayer, pressure is built up in advance, while in a lever sprayer the pump works continuously. A pressure relief valve protects the tank, and a gauge helps keep the spray even.

A long lance lets you reach the tree canopy, and an adjustable nozzle changes the spray from a fine mist to a straight jet. A wide fan nozzle is convenient for weed treatment.

Seals should resist chemicals, and spare parts should be easy to obtain. For a backpack sprayer, check that the shoulder straps are wide and padded.

Spray only in calm weather, wear safety glasses: how to choose safety glasses, a respirator and gloves, and do not eat or smoke while working. Keep chemicals away from children.

After use, rinse the tank, lance and nozzle with clean water and pump a little water through the system. Store the sprayer empty, depressurised and protected from frost: how to maintain, store and organize hand tools.