Hello everyone,
After building the terrace last year, we are now about to start with the lawn and some shrubs.
We are now considering whether to plan for garden irrigation.
Our old garden was much larger and we rarely watered it at all.
But now we have a southwest-facing garden, so it probably makes sense to water it to prevent damage.
We have an outdoor tap, and next to it there is a cistern water tap.
From there, a conduit runs to the lawn.
But what next?
Should we install pop-up lawn sprinklers, or just a water outlet where the existing sprinkler can be connected as needed?
Do you use drip irrigation for the shrubs?
What systems do you have? And are you satisfied with them?
I made a rough sketch, unfortunately not very good since I’m on the go. But it should give you an idea of the situation.
Black is house and garage, blue is terrace, green will be the lawn, and the dark shading is the rough plan for the shrubs.
Our lawn is about 20 meters (65.6 feet) wide and 5–7 meters (16.4–23 feet) deep.
Best regards,
Birgit
After building the terrace last year, we are now about to start with the lawn and some shrubs.
We are now considering whether to plan for garden irrigation.
Our old garden was much larger and we rarely watered it at all.
But now we have a southwest-facing garden, so it probably makes sense to water it to prevent damage.
We have an outdoor tap, and next to it there is a cistern water tap.
From there, a conduit runs to the lawn.
But what next?
Should we install pop-up lawn sprinklers, or just a water outlet where the existing sprinkler can be connected as needed?
Do you use drip irrigation for the shrubs?
What systems do you have? And are you satisfied with them?
I made a rough sketch, unfortunately not very good since I’m on the go. But it should give you an idea of the situation.
Black is house and garage, blue is terrace, green will be the lawn, and the dark shading is the rough plan for the shrubs.
Our lawn is about 20 meters (65.6 feet) wide and 5–7 meters (16.4–23 feet) deep.
Best regards,
Birgit
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WilhelmRo23 May 2019 09:35What actually happens to the water in the pipes under the lawn during winter?
I mean, because of frost?
Regards
I mean, because of frost?
Regards
Usually, the pipes are emptied using a compressor in autumn.
It works like with irrigation systems, but each circuit is emptied individually with air.
Therefore, it is practical to install an air connection in the valve box(es).
Another option is frost-proof installation and self-draining housings. However, option 1 is more economical and simpler.
It works like with irrigation systems, but each circuit is emptied individually with air.
Therefore, it is practical to install an air connection in the valve box(es).
Another option is frost-proof installation and self-draining housings. However, option 1 is more economical and simpler.
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hampshire23 May 2019 09:46Hello Birgit,
an irrigation system in your garden is more of a novelty that some people really enjoy. If you are looking for an affordable and practical solution: just use a lawn sprinkler and that’s it. New plants can be watered occasionally with a hose, or you can use a drip hose.
Sometimes simple is just as good.
an irrigation system in your garden is more of a novelty that some people really enjoy. If you are looking for an affordable and practical solution: just use a lawn sprinkler and that’s it. New plants can be watered occasionally with a hose, or you can use a drip hose.
Sometimes simple is just as good.
Hm, I’m planning to put a few larger potted plants on the terrace.
It would be great if they could be watered automatically...
What about plants like roses and lavender? Those would still need to be watered regularly.
So, first of all, it would be important to find out exactly what will be planted there.
It would be great if they could be watered automatically...
What about plants like roses and lavender? Those would still need to be watered regularly.
So, first of all, it would be important to find out exactly what will be planted there.
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