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What is drip irrigation and what are advantages of oi

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Drip irrigation is a type of micro-irrigation that has the potential to save water and nutrients by allowing water to drip slowly to the roots of plants, either from above the soil surface or buried below the surface. ... Drip irrigation systems distribute water through a network of valves, pipes, tubing, and emitters.

Advantages ( Explained)
Easy Installation

Drip irrigation installation does not require excavating and rarely disrupts the integrity of a landscape bed during installation. Tubing is weaved throughout the area requiring watering. Therefore, drip irrigation systems can be moved and are not permanent like conventional irrigation systems (involving spray-heads, pop-up heads, etc.).

Water Conservation

With drip irrigation, water is delivered directly to the ground’s surface rather than being sprayed up and out over an area. This direct application of water yields water savings.

No Drift

Drip irrigation can deliver 1 to 4 gallons of water per hour to a landscape bed, and there is no drift, which is what happens when wind carries water dispersed from an irrigation system to areas that do not need water (your sidewalks, walkways and parking lots). Drift wastes water.

Water Bill Savings

More efficient watering in the landscape saves money. As a Kauai commercial property owner, you’re looking to reduce monthly expenses and drip irrigation can decrease that water bill.


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