Is Drip Irrigation Right for Your Property?

This article discusses the reasons people select drip irrigation as part of their irrigation system.

Drip irrigation is a specialized watering method that consists of a series of valves and lines that may control drippers. These control drippers individually water plants. This article discusses why people select drip irrigation as part of their irrigation system.

Weeds Growth

With the tiniest bit of encouragement, weeds will grow. Even light rain will trigger ravenous weed growth. Since drip irrigation focuses only on water at the base of the plant, where the roots are found, there isn’t a universal spray to encourage substantial weed growth in the surrounding landscape. Only weeds struggle to compete for water with the roots of well-established landscape plants, which may help control undesirable growth.

Hills

Hills or inclines are tough places for plants to develop since water slides downward without stopping to water thirsty plants. Since drippers release a slow, direct application, the water can enter the ground and into the roots of landscape plants. This slow application also reduces soil erosion.

Water Conservation

Drip irrigation also makes the most economical water usage of any watering system today. Water conservation shouldn’t be reduced because drip systems can help save thousands of gallons of water daily. In fact, water is not lost due to overspray, evaporation, leaving the hose on, or other water loss causes. A drip irrigation saves water, directly translating to a decrease in the water bill.

Control of Water Application

With drip irrigation, the smallest and largest plants obtain the right amount of water based on their needs. As a result, the correct amount of water leads to optimal growth for all plants. Additionally, homeowners can modify the amount of water applied to plants as they grow larger. 

If you are contemplating installing a drip irrigation system, altering your existing system, or repairing your irrigation system, call Sposato Irrigation today at 302-645-4773. Our team can have your system up and functioning in no time. A drip system is a valuable investment that will provide you with years of superb service.

Choose Sposato Irrigation

Sposato Irrigation is uniquely positioned to offer high-quality, affordable, and reliable irrigation services to homeowners and business owners in Sussex County, Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean View, Millsboro, Dagsboro, and Ocean City, MD. Thanks to our expertise, innovation and decades of professional experience, we can meet the needs of large properties and small gardens. To learn more about our irrigation installation, LED landscape lighting, and commercial irrigation maintenance services, contact us today. We can be reached at 302-645-4773. Also, check us out on Facebook and Twitter.