Drip Irrigation FAQ's

Drip irrigation is an effective irrigation method that reduces water evaporation and increases water usage by having the water source go straight to the roots of the plants. If you are new to drip irrigation, here are some basic questions and answers about drip irrigation that we hope will help you.

What is a drip irrigation system?

Drip irrigation is the transport of water through a main water pipe to individual sprinkler heads, from which the water is released to the plants. This type of irrigation reduces labour and increases water usage.

Main components of drip irrigation systems

There are many different types of drip irrigation systems on the market and they have different accessories. Take our drip irrigation system as an example, its components include:

Irrigation tube, misting nozzle, stake, nylon zip tie and faucet connector.

What are the benefits of drip irrigation over manual watering?

1. Accurately delivers said water to the roots of the plant,

2. Saving Water

3. Reduces weed growth

4. Promotes healthy plant growth

5. Saves money and time

Is drip irrigation difficult to install?

Our drip irrigation systems are suitable for garden scenarios and are easy to install, with installation steps in the included instructions. If you need, we also have the installation video of micro spray for your reference.

How long does it take to install a drip irrigation system?

Installing a drip irrigation system usually takes a few hours or days. If you have planned the route of your garden in advance, the spacing between the areas where you need to install a drip irrigation system, etc., it can help you to reduce the installation time considerably.

Where is drip irrigation appropriate?

Originally used in agriculture, drip irrigation systems can be used in gardens as time develops and demand increases. Drip irrigation system is a vast concept and different application scenarios of drip irrigation are totally different, be it gardens, flower beds, vegetable gardens, landscapes as well as greenhouses.

What are the dangers of using a drip irrigation system?

Drip irrigation systems are installed outdoors, and the effects of UV rays/gale force winds/storms and other weather factors require regular inspection and maintenance of the drip irrigation system

Drip irrigation sprinkler heads can have deposits in the sprinkler heads that affect water output over time, these sprinkler heads should be maintained or replaced.

Can I bury the drop?

Our drip irrigation kits come with stakes to mount the sprinkler head on. Some drip irrigation kits come with only sprinkler heads, and we recommend installing the drip heads above ground to prevent clogging.