If you’re not using soaker hoses in your garden, now’s the time to start. A drip irrigation system is highly efficient way to water your vegetables, flowers, trees, and shrubs. Learn how to set one up in your own yard.
HOW TO BUILD A SMALL TOP DRIP SYSTEM USING BATO BUCKETS This system is by far the most ambitious of the 5 "mini-farms" we present in this series. You must follow the assembly directions carefully and pay attention to details. Why go to the trouble? We have found that our top drip ...
This guide will teach you how to install garden drip irrigation tubing, a way to water your plants efficiently and conserve water. Learn the expert techniques for installing garden drip irrigation tubing yourself.
A drip irrigation system is easy to automate and control; if set up correctly, you can add it to your in-ground sprinkler system and control it through the control panel. Pros ✓ Conserves water ✓ Easy to use once set up ✓ Improves plant health ...
Even if you have the ideal natural slope for building a rock garden, experts advise taking the time to dig up the area to put in a proper foundation. That's because most rock garden plants need soil to be at once water-retentive and quick-draining [source: Ward]. Step One: Excavate....
Find more tips on planning the perfect garden HERE. 4 | Determine your soil conditions The most important part of a successful flower garden is the soil. So you'll need to know what you're starting with in order to figure out what changes you might need to make. If your yard is like...
How to Install a drip irrigation watering system By getexcellent Dec 3, 2010 Tools & Equipment WonderHowTo Check out this landscaping video tutorial to see how to install a drip irrigation watering system. You'll need this if you want to keep your garden looking great. You will have to...
Starting off a raised garden on the right path involves adding high-quality compost that has been sterilized to discourage weed growth and other undesirable plants. You can make your own compost using green waste such as grass clippings, vegetable scraps, nutshells, eggshells and tea bags; two ...
Elaine Nelson garden. Photo by: Janet Loughrey.VERTICAL GARDEN CONSIDERATIONSHere are some things to keep in mind when designing and building a vertical garden.Make it secure: Insure that walls, fencing, vertical planters, or other structures are sturdy enough to support the weight of containers ...
•Drip Hydroponic System.A drip system is a hydroponic setup that pumps the nutrient-rich, oxygenated water through a series of tubes, then drips it on top of the plants. The solution flows through the roots and drains back into the reservoir below. •Ebb-and-Flow Hydroponic System....