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 ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

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 ...

Twelfth in a series republished with permission from the San Diego County Water Authority‘s website. Successfully installing water-saving irrigation starts long before you get out your tools. You need ...

A heat dome is heading for the Eastern US after already hitting Western states. With a threat to dehydrate and wipe out our gardens, there's no better time to install a drip irrigation system. They ...

Drip irrigation applies water through small holes called emitters in a network of hoses or pipes rather than through broadcasting sprinklers or hoses. It delivers the water more closely to the root ...

Tackling that confusing, intimidating and frightening maze of pipes running under your lawn and throughout your garden beds doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Contra Costa Master Gardener Steve Griffin ...

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 ...

As we hit May 2026, the gap between amateur and pro-level raised bed gardening has narrowed thanks to accessible tech and refined soil science. Whether you're hunting for vintage metal beds or ...

Question: When I replaced my lawn with low-water-use plants a year ago, I had a drip irrigation system installed with a controller for four different zones. Is there any maintenance I should do before ...