Drip irrigation systems are an advanced agricultural technique designed to conserve water while enhancing crop yield. This system involves the slow release of water to the roots of plants directly ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Laying out the hoses in my beds as I installed drip last year. The hoses uncoil with the heat of the sun. Credit: Amanda Blum Drip irrigation systems ...

Finding adequate time amidst busy schedules for watering an outdoor garden can be difficult. When I was growing up, this task was part of the chore rotation for my brothers and me. I secretly always ...

Q: I plan to replace the grass in my backyard with shrubs, flowers and trees. How can I convert my existing sprinkler system to a drip system? A: A drip system is relatively easy to install because ...

Nothing says “I love you” like my husband attending a seminar with me on drip irrigation. As eyelid-drooping as it sounds, a micro-drip irrigation system could be life-changing for a gardener. Imagine ...

Q: I have heard that one can save on water bills by using drip irrigation in a garden. Is this hard to do? Melvin, S.S. A: Drip irrigation, also called low pressure or trickle irrigation, has been ...

We've shown you one way to implement a drip irrigation system, but for a little less money and a bit of ingenuity, you can make a working drip system with your existing spigot hose. There are a lot of ...

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 ...

Since the last major drought in the 1970s, drip irrigation has evolved in many ways. There are now many new and improved products that are more effective and easier for the novice to use. Beginners ...

Question: Last summer was so dry; it was difficult to water my vegetable garden enough to keep the plants alive let alone bear any produce. I was wondering if a drip irrigation system would be able to ...