Irrigation
Irrigation systems for gardens
Common types of irrigation
Drip
Micro
Pop-ups
Misting
Above ground vs. in-ground irrigation
Positives of above ground irrigation
Less infrastructure
Leaves get a cleaned increasing growth
Less parts to have problems with
Positives of below ground irrigation
Sustainable water use
Directed water use
Limitations of above ground irrigation
Susceptible to wind
Can be unsightly
Evaporation
Over spray
Burning in hot weather
Limitations of below ground irrigation
Hydrophobic soil on top
Prone to shovels through pipes
Controllers
Wifi
Standard
Cheap DIY versions
Design Considerations
Zones
Controller type
Pressure
Hydro zoning
Vegetation preferences
Common Parts
Pipe: LDC, HDC, PVC, Gal, Copper
Emitters
Drip Line
Pop-ups
Filters
Controllers
Valve Box
Solenoids
Manifolds
Rain Detectors
Root inhibitor
Pressure Reducers
Air Releases
Flush Valves
Gate Valves
Dual check valves / back flow preventers
Installation
Depth of pipe
Maintenance
Keeping records
Session Outline
Types of Irrigation
Controllers
Design Considerations
Installation
Maintenance