Row By Row Garden Show

What is drip irrigation? What are the advantages of using drip irrigation, if any? Are there disadvantages to using drip irrigation? Do you bury or not? Let's discuss all things drip irrigation! What is Drip Irrigation? A method of nourishment to crops that involves controlling the amount of water and fertilizer applied across a specific space. In order to improve the efficiency of the irrigation system, water and fertilizers are supplied directly to the crop root zone. This helps to reduce the loss of resources through evaporation, drift, and runoff. Advantages Of Using Drip Irrigation Fewer weeds between rows, putting water only underneath or beside the plantsPrevents disease by minimizing water contact with the leaves, stems, and fruit of plantsWater conservation uses 30-50% less waterWater applications are more frequent which provides a more favorable moisture level for the plants to thrivePrevents overwateringSaves time, money, and water.Decreases labor. Eliminates hours of hand-wateringFe