10 marzo 2026 · 9 min read
How to design irrigation for a rectangular garden
A practical guide to designing an efficient irrigation system for a rectangular garden, from measurements to sprinkler layout and material list.
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Irrigation Blog
Technical guides and practical tips to design, install and maintain an efficient garden irrigation system.
12 marzo 2026 · 7 min read
Head-to-head: why your lawn needs it
Head-to-head spacing is the #1 rule in professional irrigation design for consistent green coverage.
14 marzo 2026 · 7 min read
Pop-up sprinklers vs drip irrigation: how to choose
Pop-up for lawns, drip for beds and shrubs. The right system depends on plant type, surface and water-saving goals.
16 marzo 2026 · 8 min read
How to measure water pressure for irrigation
Pressure determines sprinkler radius and zone capacity. Measure it first to avoid design mistakes.
18 marzo 2026 · 8 min read
Five ways to cut irrigation water use by up to 40%
Practical actions to reduce residential irrigation consumption: scheduling, sensors, ET-based control, mulching and hydrozones.
20 marzo 2026 · 7 min read
Hydrozones: split your garden to irrigate better
Hydrozone planning assigns the right amount of water to each area and is one of the most effective ways to save water.
22 marzo 2026 · 7 min read
How to winterize your irrigation system
Autumn maintenance prevents freeze damage. A short checklist can save expensive spring repairs.
24 marzo 2026 · 9 min read
Eight common irrigation design mistakes (and how to avoid them)
From unmeasured pressure to mixed technologies, these mistakes cause poor performance and water waste.
2 aprile 2026 · 8 min read
How to set irrigation run times by soil type
Sandy, loam or clay soil requires different run time and frequency. Use soil-driven scheduling to avoid waste.
6 aprile 2026 · 8 min read
How to choose sprinkler nozzles for uniform lawns
Nozzle choice drives real distribution quality. Pick radius, arc and precipitation compatibility carefully.
10 aprile 2026 · 8 min read
How many zones should a home irrigation system have?
One zone is usually a compromise. Calculate zone count from hydraulic limits, plant demand and irrigation technology.
14 aprile 2026 · 7 min read
The catch-cup test: check real irrigation uniformity
A simple field test to measure actual distribution and identify hidden imbalance before turf damage appears.
18 aprile 2026 · 11 min read
DIY garden irrigation system: complete guide
How to install a garden irrigation system yourself: tools needed, trenching, pipe laying, sprinkler connections and timer programming.
22 aprile 2026 · 8 min read
How much does a garden irrigation system cost?
Real prices for a garden irrigation system: material costs, professional installation costs and DIY comparison. Breakdown for gardens from 50 to 500 sq m.
26 aprile 2026 · 7 min read
Irrigation timer: how to choose and program
Guide to choosing an irrigation timer: mechanical, digital and smart Wi-Fi controllers. How to program schedules, zones and rain sensors to maximise water savings.
30 aprile 2026 · 8 min read
Drip irrigation for vegetable garden and flower beds: practical guide
How to install drip irrigation for vegetable gardens, flower beds and hedges: components, flow calculation, emitter placement and differences from overhead sprinkler systems.
3 maggio 2026 · 6 min read
How to bury irrigation pipes: depth and techniques
Practical guide to burying irrigation pipes: correct depth, which pipe to use, how to open trenches in established lawn and how to protect crossings under paths.