Melnor

A Little History ...

The world’s very first oscillating sprinkler - created by Melnor in 1948.

In 1948 Melnor introduced to gardeners the first oscillating sprinkler. Most modern oscillating sprinklers are still based on that Melnor original. More than five decades later, Melnor, Inc. is one of the leading producers of lawn and garden watering products in North America. The name Melnor has become synonymous with innovation and high-quality.

Melnor’s commitment is to continue the tradition of providing exciting products that will satisfy every homeowner’s needs. Our goal is to be the first in innovation and customer satisfaction in the lawn and garden market.

The company’s corporate headquarters, manufacturing facility and distribution centers are located in Winchester, Virginia. Gardena Canada, based in Brampton, Ontario, is the exclusive distributor of Melnor products throughout Canada.

In addition to manufacturing and distributing a full line of Melnor watering products, the company is the exclusive U.S. distributor of Gardena lawn and garden products. Gardena, based in Germany, is known worldwide for its high quality, innovative products.

Melnor’s history is innovation, including these firsts:

• 1948 — Oscillating Sprinklers
• 1948 — Hose Repair Kits
• 1959 — Multi-Pattern Turret Sprinklers
• 1962 — Traveling Sprinkler
• 1966 — Time-a-matic Sprinkler/Timer
• 1984 — Low Profile Oscillating Sprinklers
• 1997 — Front Trigger Zinc Clad AquaGun®
• 1997 — New Generation Electronic AquaTimers®
• 1998 — Front Trigger Zinc AquaGun®
• 2000 — Drip Capable Electronic AquaTimer®
• 2004 — Two-Zone Electronic AquaTimer®
• 2006 — Worlds easiest-to-program Electronic AquaTimers®
• 2007 — Single-touch adjustable turbo-oscillating sprinklers (patent
  pending)