Are you a gardener who’s getting tired of the time and money it takes to keep it watered? Have you ever thought about creating your own irrigation system? Imagine a garden that waters itself.… ...

Master Gardener columnist Laura Simpson suggests some ways to keep your irrigation system working well.

Set Up a DIY Automatic Irrigation System in Your Garden Stop dragging hoses all over your yard with this easy automatic watering solution.

Calibrating or determining the rate of water your sprinkler system applies is an easy job. Here’s how to do it: Obtain 5 to 10 straight-sided empty cans such as tuna fish or soup cans. Place the ...

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You want to water your garden. Good. Here's a look at the pros and cons of the various watering approaches available to the average homeowner.

Types of Drip Irrigation Systems There are four types of drip irrigation systems. Choose the one that works best for your needs and in your garden, depending on layout, plants, terrain, and other ...

Your garden and potted plants can really benefit from a drip irrigation system. These systems reduce the time you have to spend watering your plants, can help keep fragile plants properly watered ...

Make a regular inspection of your irrigation system part of your gardening routine, and you will be paid back with lower water bills and a more beautiful garden.

As an added benefit, these automated systems are able to save water by limiting the amount of unnecessary irrigation used. That should make summer just a little easier in the garden. MORE ON ...

A drip irrigation system takes some time investment to start. A simple drip hose, which exudes water along its length, can be ...