"What is Drip Irrigation?" Here's Everything You Need to Know
Drip irrigation: perfect for home gardeners
Why we’re such big fans of drip irrigation? Mostly, the wine.
Have you ever walked by the produce section in the grocery store while their “sprinklers” turn on?
How about a walk through a vineyard? Ever notice their watering system?
Drip irrigation is an irrigation style that’s geared toward growing a particular plant or section of garden. They allow for a steady, direct application of water right at the base of the plant, granting maximum nourishment to the soil and your plant’s roots, making these systems the perfect watering system for raised garden beds and more.
Traditional sprinkler systems? Well, they’re more concerned with the coverage area. That’s why they’re perfect for achieving that green lawn.
The differences between these two styles don’t end there.
Compared to traditional sprinkler systems, drip irrigation systems are simple to design, inexpensive, and easy to install. Conventional systems require special tools and extensive technical knowledge. Drip systems reduce disease problems associated with high levels of moisture on the leaves of some plants.
The type of soil that is in your yard is extremely important. Whether or not your soil is sandy, loamy, or clay, determines how much water is retained, and therefore how much water your system will need.
Drip irrigation systems are a great solution for some of these soil types, but sprinklers are better for others. Commercial Lawn Irrigation is here to help you determine your soil type and the best sprinkler system type for your lawn.
Drip irrigation delivers water measured in gallons per hour and applies the water only where necessary. This improves plant health, water conservation, and reduces weed growth. Another one of the best benefits of drip irrigation is that it helps to reduce pest problems!
Drip Irrigation is frequently used in greenhouses and other cultivation settings.
Drip irrigation is the best solution for trees, shrubs, vines, vegetables, or any group of individual plants.
Think: greenhouses! Drip irrigation systems are perfect for these sorts of backyard cultivation projects.
Grow your own food? Citrus trees can require a lot of water to bear juicy fruit, especially in hot, dry weather! Drip irrigation systems can help with this. They are the best watering system for fruit trees because they help the trees produce dense roots which are able to drink enough water for healthy fruit production.
You have to keep your plant roots in mind when considering different sprinkler systems and choosing the best type for your lawn!
If you choose to invest in a drip irrigation system, you need to plan well for it. It is important to invest in quality inch tubing and repair it right away if there is ever a break. Tubing serves as an individual feeder line to deliver the water to each dripper or micro-sprinkler.
It is available in two basic materials: vinyl and polyethylene.
When you choose to install a drip irrigation system, less water is lost to evaporation, wind, and runoff. It also creates deeper root zone development, better growth conditions, and lessens weed growth. When you use less water, you save on your water bill and can worry less about your environmental impact.
Studies show that using drip irrigation systems has resulted in up to 60% more water efficiency than sprinkler systems.
Our Experience.
Drip systems are easier than hand watering with a garden hose, waste less water, and are able to efficiently water a specific area.
The choice of an irrigation system is an important one. There are many benefits to drip irrigation and it is an option that you should keep in mind as you are planning out your lawn care.
Over the years, we’ve installed countless drip systems, but one particular application has grown to be our favorite. Drip irrigation can be used creatively by fixing the piping around your patio in order to create an outdoor oasis!