The drip irrigation system has always been a buzz among gardening enthusiasts. Since it is super versatile and can be installed for residential and commercial settings. If you are also planning to install one, the first question that strikes your mind would be, “Is it really worth it?” or “Is it worth replacing the existing water systems with a new one?” Well, drip irrigation offers a lot more advantages than just being a wise way of watering plants. Continue reading to know why investing in one is actually worth it.

Basics of a Drip Irrigation System

Drip irrigation is the most efficient way to supply water and nutrients to crops. Each plant receives the precise amount of water and nutrients required at the accurate time for optimum growth by being delivered straight to the plant’s root zone.
It involves emitters or drippers attached to a network of narrow plastic pipes that drip water onto the soil at very low rates (2–20 litres/hour). In contrast to surface and sprinkler irrigation, which includes watering the entire soil profile, water is supplied near the plants so that just the area of soil where the roots develop is moist. By deploying this watering system, the soil has a highly favourable high moisture level where plants can thrive. With many people focusing on tree planting in Singapore, drip irrigation and similar watering solutions is the need of the hour.

What makes drip irrigation systems worth it?

Many people wonder if installing drip irrigation systems needs significant investment. However, remember that although initial installation isn’t cheap, it offers numerous long-term benefits that make the investment worth it. Some of them are listed below.
• Regulated watering schedule
Drip irrigation is hands-off and can be set to run on a timer as per the requirements. Especially during cooler hours and weather, plants require less watering. Here you can set up a well-regulated drip irrigation system for watering only when your garden needs it.
• Reduces the chances of plant diseases
Delivering water directly to the roots keeps moisture away from the foliage and avoids accidentally soaking the space between plants. This way, only roots get enough moisture and prevent fungal infections and weed growth in other parts like the leaf and stem.
• Prevents overwatering and underwatering.
When manually watering with a hose, it is nearly impossible to know how much water is being applied and to which areas. However, drip irrigation eliminates this uncertainty with dependable flow rates and volumes.
• Boosts nutrient retention in soil

When watering conventionally, free water run-off can easily remove essential nutrients from the soil and carry them away from the roots, ruining your efforts to improve the soil’s quality. However, the slow dripping method ensures maximum nutrient retention at the site.

Bottom Line

A drip irrigation system can cut water usage by more than half, significantly increasing water efficiency and lowering water bills! With so many benefits on the go, there’s no reason not to invest in one. If you have more queries, don’t worry because Prince’s Landscape has certified practicing horticulturists and consultants to help you out. They are the ultimate destination for best-quality drip irrigation system installation, consultation, design, and maintenance.

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