It is that time of the year when my vegetable garden is getting into full swing. Everything is planted and beginning to grow. It does come with a certain amount of time needed to keep it watered ...

Planting plants in containers is a great way to add color, texture and variety to a home’s outdoor space. However, watering all of the individual containers can be a chore.

Protect your spring garden from incoming dry spells with this Amazon drip irrigation kit. It saves water, makes watering ...

Q: I plan to replace the grass in my backyard with shrubs, flowers and trees. How can I convert my existing sprinkler system to a drip system? A: A drip system is relatively easy to install because ...

Q: I plan to replace the grass in my backyard with shrubs, flowers and trees. How can I convert my existing sprinkler system to a drip system? A: A drip system is relatively easy to install because ...

Sprinklers, which spray water into the air where it is easily evaporated or lost to the wind, are inherently inefficient. They spread water over large areas, regardless of whether there are roots ...

A: Drip irrigation, also called low pressure or trickle irrigation, has been used in agriculture for many years. It is popular with homeowners because a system is easy to install and offers ...

When outdoor watering comes to mind, we think of a hose with a sprinkler attachment on the end, or better yet, a fancy built-in sprinkler system. We think of being able to flood our lawn and garden ...

Have you ever stared at your tiny garden on a blazing summer day, secretly wishing the plants could water themselves while ...

Happy April everyone! It’s nice to have an early spring for a change. Unfortunately, spring will fade into summer and the ...

Finding adequate time amidst busy schedules for watering an outdoor garden can be difficult. When I was growing up, this task was part of the chore rotation for my brothers and me. I secretly always ...