Sprinklers & Drip Systems

by Editors of Sunset Books

• ISBN13: 9780376038401
• ISBN10: 0376038403
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-01-01
• Publisher: Oxmoor House

Summary

Take the mystery out of installing a watering system with this new edition of Sprinklers & Drip Systems.Visual guides and garden plans help you select, install, and maintain the right systemor systemsfor your landscaping needs. Color photos assist in identifying the correct components when shopping for a particular sprinkler or drip system. Youll save time, money, and conserve water by employing the books planning recommendations and installation instructions. Features n Excellent reference volume whether self-installing or hiring contractors n Visual guides take the guesswork out of selecting the right sprinkler and drip system components n Step-by-step photos and instructions for planning and installation, plus information on maintenance and repairs n Showcases five different gardens to illustrate how particular systems address special landscaping needs

Table of Contents

Water System Choices	p. 4
Saving water and time	p. 6
Watering options	p. 8
Sprinkler basics	p. 10
Tools for drip irrigation	p. 14
Automating the system	p. 18
First Steps	p. 20
Assessing watering needs	p. 22
Microclimates, soil, and slope	p. 26
Pressure and flow	p. 30
Drawing up the plan	p. 32
Installing a Sprinkler System	p. 34
Planning a new system	p. 36
Connecting to water	p. 42
The installation	p. 44
Installing a Drip System	p. 52
Planning the system	p. 54
Installing the system	p. 58
Converting to drip	p. 66
Operating Manual	p. 68
Establishing a schedule	p. 70
Maintaining the system	p. 72
Simple repairs	p. 76
A Gallery of Plans	p. 82
A small urban oasis	p. 84
A grand front garden	p. 86
A hillside of natives	p. 88
A shaded rock garden	p. 90
A lush country retreat	p. 92
Credits	p. 94
Index	p. 94
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