Watering Device Types
Spray Head with standard nozzle |
Spray Head with rotating nozzle |
Gear Driven Rotor |
Drip irrigation |
Bubbler |
These devices apply water at rates faster than most soils can absorb. Water must be applied in short cycles with time in between for it to soak into the soil. |
In properly designed systems, these devices apply water at rates that most soils can absorb. |
Properly designed drip irrigation systems apply water at the rate your soil can absorb. |
These devices apply water at higher volumes than most soils can absorb. They work well as basin fillers around trees. Use the cycle/soak method. |
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