Don't be a drip! - Sustainable Gardening Australia Footprint Flicks

Take the irritation out of irrigation and go sub-surface. It's fast, efficient and it makes the most of every precious drop. Go on, your ...

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🌱 Subsurface irrigation systems can save up to 75% of water in the garden.

🌱 Irrigation systems that water the leaves of plants can lead to waste of water and increase the risk of mildews and fungus.

🌱 Porous wiping hose and prefabricated drip line are two options for subsurface irrigation systems, depending on the garden situation.

🌱 Different soil types require different spacing for drip lines to ensure water dispersion.

🌱 The number of drippers in the line can be reduced to limit water flow, especially in gardens with succulents or robust natives.

🌱 It is recommended to lay out the drip line in a loop or grid pattern to maintain even water dispersion.

🌱 It is possible to convert existing sprinkler systems to subsurface irrigation systems to save water.

Timestamped Summary

01:00 These systems are cheap, easy to install, and can reduce water use by up to 75%.

00:29 Subsurface irrigation systems deliver water directly to the roots of the plants, reducing water waste.

01:20 There are a variety of products on the market, such as prefabricated drip lines and porous hoses.

02:28 Different types of soil require different spacing between the drippers in the irrigation system.

03:01 It is important to check that the system is working before adding mulch.

03:09 The water will spread out and down from each dripper, so it's important to know your soil type.

04:07 You can adjust the amount of water by reducing the number of drippers in the line.

04:37 It's best to lay out the drip line in either a loop or a grid pattern for consistent water distribution.

05:03 For sparse gardens or single standing plants, connect a black poly pot line to the plant's hat and loop the drip line around the plant.

05:24 For more densely planted gardens, use a 13mm poly pipe mainline and feed the drip line back into the system at each end.

05:55 You can convert existing sprinkler systems to subsurface irrigation systems to save water.

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Q&A

What are some problems with traditional irrigation systems?

Traditional irrigation systems can water the leaves of plants instead of the roots, wasting water. They may also not disperse water evenly across the garden.

How do subsurface irrigation systems deliver water?

Subsurface irrigation systems deliver water directly to the roots of plants.

What are the benefits of subsurface irrigation systems?

Subsurface irrigation systems are cheap, easy to install, and can reduce water usage in gardens by up to 75 percent.

What are some different types of subsurface irrigation systems?

There are prefabricated drip lines, drip lines with installed drippers, and porous hoses that can be used depending on the garden's situation and needs.

How should the drip line be laid out in a garden?

The drip line can be laid out in either a loop or a grid pattern, depending on the shape of the garden, to maintain consistent water pressure and even water dispersal.