How Do You Design Drip Irrigation For Trees?
Drip irrigation systems work well in landscaped beds and gardens where young trees and fruit-bearing trees grow. An irrigation system can be easily installed in an afternoon. As your trees grow, you’ll need to modify the system to meet changing water needs. With drip irrigation you can turn the system on and off to provide adequate water without having to manually water the tree yourself. Drip irrigation directs water to the tree’s root system, using your water more efficiently and reducing waste. Estimate the size of your tree as this dictates the irrigation rate to use. A 5-foot tall tree needs two 1-gallon emitters, according to horticulturists at Colorado State University. When this tree grows to 15 feet, it will need two 4-gallon emitters. Purchase the appropriate emitters from a garden center. The packaged emitters will have a flow rate in gallons per hour so you can find the correct emitter. Plan the irrigation design including where to place the tubing and what other plants and
