Before you prepare the final grade on your soil, you must consider your
irrigation system.
Portable
sprinklers
The least expensive way to irrigate is to use portable sprinkler heads
attached to a hose. Although no initial installation costs are involved,
portable sprinklers have several drawbacks over the long term. To operate
properly, someone needs to be present to move the sprinkler from spot
to spot, time how long the sprinkler has been in each spot, and make sure
that all spots have been watered uniformly.
Permanent
underground sprinkler systems
Although more expensive than a portable system, a permanent
system is much more convenient to use. You can design and install
an irrigation system yourself, but it is a good idea to hire a professional
to review your design before you install it. Installation of an irrigation
system can be difficult and it may be easier and more effective to hire
a professional installer.
Consider
the entire landscape
Turf is only part of the landscape. Trees, shrubs, flowers, and vegetables
will have different water requirements from turf. This must be taken into
consideration when planning your irrigation system so that these plants
can be watered at different times, rates, or even with different methods
according to their needs.
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