Watering Device Types
Sprayhead with standard nozzle |
Sprayhead with rotating nozzle (Rebates) |
Rotor sprinkler |
Drip irrigation (Rebates) |
Bubbler |
These devices apply water much faster than most soils can take it in. Water must be applied in short cycles with time in between to soak in. |
In properly designed systems, these devices apply water at the rate sandy or loam soils can absorb. |
Properly designed drip irrigation systems apply water at the rate your soil can accept it. |
These devices apply water much faster than most soils can take it in. They work best in planter beds or as part of a tree root watering system. |
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