A portable irrigation system is the perfect choice for watering your nursery crops, vegetable gardens and more. This type of system comes in a variety of configurations and may have multiple zones to allow for individuality in watering for each type of plant. Some portable systems do not require a power source and may be adaptable for any water supply.
These units are most commonly made of light weight aluminum pipe and are often programmable to make your task easier. In fact, irrigation systems have been in use since 5,000 B.C. when Egyptians used the Nile River as a source of water for their crops.
The least expensive, and most common, type of portable irrigation system consists of portable sprinkler heads attached to a hose. This allows you to adjust water flow for different areas of your lawn and gardens.
Drawbacks include the need to move your sprinklers to different areas, the need to time how long the sprinklers are in use in each area to avoid watering too much and the need to make sure the entire area is uniformly watered.
With a sprinkler head and hose system, you must consider the needs of the entire landscape including your lawn, trees, flowers and vegetables.
The Yard Camel is a compact and portable irrigation system priced at only 9.95. This system features both multiple zones and timed watering in one little unit. No power source is needs for this system and you can adapt it to work with any water supply.
For days and weeks when you are unable to tend to your landscape, this unit will take over and ensure all watering is completed. Not only is the system automated, it is also programmable for times such as this. If you need to, multiple systems may be connected for all areas of your landscape.
A soaker hose is another type of portable irrigation system. Benefits of a soaker hose include the fact that it waters your landscape right at root level, leading to less evaporation and run off. Also, you can avoid watering areas such as sidewalks and driveways or the side of your house.
A Swan 1/2" Dia. X 25'L Soaker Hose, model LOUER12025FM, is priced at just .98 so multiple units may easily fit into your budget. Best of all, this particular model is made from 65% recycled tires which will also benefit our environment. A variety of portable systems are on the market today so there is sure to be one that is just right for you.
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