In the face of drought conditions, watering restrictions, and renewed calls for more sustainable watering practices, homeowners are recognizing that their lawn sprinkler system may be the primary culprit behind the majority of water waste in today’s landscapes. Netafim is committed to creating more sustainable and cost-effective ways of residential landscape irrigation.
In addition to our desire to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of landscape drip irrigation products, we are also dedicated to educating homeowners so that they can make the best decisions for their unique situations. By listening to communities, we can answer the most common questions homeowners have about above- and below-ground landscape drip irrigation solutions and dispel many of the common misconceptions about installation, maintenance, and the efficiency of drip irrigation.
Landscape drip irrigation solutions are optimal for spaces that are narrow or irregularly shaped, as water can be accurately delivered only to the areas that need it. Trees, shrubs, and perennials are optimal candidates for drip irrigation as they have different irrigation needs that can be accommodated by the use of different size emitters. This means that larger plants with more dense root systems can have increased water, while other plants can receive only the amounts that they need to thrive. Whatever your landscape looks like, you can customize your drip irrigation system to suit your exact needs — and add to it over time as your gardens grow.
A drip irrigation system is also an effective way to keep your lawn and garden in peak condition when the soil is largely clay-based. In fact, a subsurface system is known to work better in clay and/or sandy soils than traditional sprinklers.
Another reason why more homeowners prefer a drip irrigation system to a traditional sprinkler or rotor is that it can continue working without interfering with human activities. You can hold a family barbecue or let the kids play in the backyard without the need to switch off your Netafim system. Your family will also be safer since there is no water spraying haphazardly that can make fences rusty and sidewalks slippery.
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Traditional sprinklers and underground sprinkler systems deliver an even amount of water over specific areas, and while there are many upsides in terms of ease of installation and maintenance, there are a few disadvantages to consider. As their design dictates, sprinklers are known for considerable overspray, which is not only wasteful but can result in unnecessary costs, too. They can also be too powerful for some plants or not powerful enough to sufficiently drench others that have more substantial water needs. Evaporation, growth of fungi and bacterial diseases, and overwatering also present issues that can result in additional cost and maintenance.
Landscape drip irrigation solutions, however, deliver precise amounts of water directly to the root systems of each specific plant. This means that far less water is wasted through evaporation and overspray, and plants can grow healthier under more ideal conditions. In particular, keeping foliage dry is a powerful preventive measure if you are struggling with something like fungal diseases in your garden.
Depending on your local bylaws, landscape drip irrigation may also be exempt from community water restrictions often imposed during dry periods. The installation process is simple and very economical, as tubes can be placed under a thin layer of mulch instead of trenched into your lawn, which means that if an issue occurs, repairs can be made easily without tearing up an underground system and ruining the look of your lawn and garden.
Netafim solutions are not only easy to install, discreet, and cost-effective, but we also pride ourselves on offering homeowners a range of premium industry-standard products that will last for years. Netafim products are designed to work with multiple water sources, allowing you the freedom to hook up your system to public water, well water, and even lake water. A filter ensures that your drip irrigation system remains free of debris.
Whether you need a drip irrigation system for your lawn, flower beds, vegetable patch, or multiple different landscape shapes and plant species, Netafim can provide everything you need to maintain a lush, beautiful garden.
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