As your drip irrigation system ages, you need to check regularly for problems, particularly if the system is more than five years old. Over time those little emitters and tubes can start popping off ...

Sprinklers, which spray water into the air where it is easily evaporated or lost to the wind, are inherently inefficient. They spread water over large areas, regardless of whether there are roots ...

Drip irrigation systems are probably the most efficient for our climate, but they do require some periodic maintenance. It’s pretty easy to do this maintenance yourself, and it won’t take long. It ...

Drip irrigation applies water through small holes called emitters in a network of hoses or pipes rather than through broadcasting sprinklers or hoses. It delivers the water more closely to the root ...

The performance of drip irrigation systems is critically influenced by clogging mechanisms that reduce hydraulic efficiency and compromise water distribution uniformity. Sediment deposition, calcium ...

If you’re tired of high water bills and unhappy plants, switching to a drip irrigation system could be a win-win for both you and your yard. Drip irrigation saves water and time by delivering water ...