Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? An in-ground sprinkler system is by far the easiest and most effective way to water ...

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 ...

An in-ground sprinkler system dispenses the exact amount of water your lawn or garden needs, when and where it needs it. The sprinklers are connected by hoses, and a controller directs valves to open ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Laying out the hoses in my beds as I installed drip last year. The hoses uncoil with the heat of the sun. Credit: Amanda Blum Drip irrigation systems ...

Having water in your yard where you need it is a real blessing. Remember, people used to have to carry it by hand. But come winter, those hoses, pipes, and valves are susceptible to the cold. As the ...

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 ...