With North Carolina facing a serious drought right now, it is imperative to ensure that your lawn, landscape and gardens are watered. The questions are:
• Do I water manually or with irrigation?
• If irrigation, do I opt for drip irrigation or using a sprinkler system?
• As drip irrigation operates unnoticed by the naked eye, how do I know if my vegetation is getting enough water?
Drip Irrigation Gains in Popularity as Drought Conditions Continue
Conserva Irrigation of Lake Norman is typically busy this time of year, but as we all face a serious drought, water efficiency is of the utmost importance. As awareness and news reports of our drought conditions reaches new heights, conserving water is paramount.
To make matters even more serious, here we have to deal with irrigating soils that have a high percentage of clay.
So, why is drip irrigation in so much demand right now?
• It delivers water where it’s needed most, at the root of the plant instead of spraying mist over a wide above-ground area.
• This water delivery system eliminates waste of this most precious resource.
• Residual sprays of water on your sidewalks and driveways will never occur as it’s all underground.
• With this intentional distribution of water where it’s needed most, significantly less water is used as opposed to above ground sprinklers.
Drip Irrigation for Flourishing North Carolina Gardens, Trees and Plants is the Best Solution for Optimum Growth and Beauty
Our drip irrigation protocol slowly drips water where you want it, hence no waste. This direct distribution encourages better absorption for plant life instead of having a mist virtually all over the place with strong winds.
This is especially important for the many vegetable gardens in our area. Misting the growth above ground is virtually a waste. Your lettuces, tomatoes, peppers and other local favorite homegrown veggies are perfectly suited to our drip protocol.
And, with its direct contact to the roots, watering too much will never be an issue as you have complete control of when and where water is applied. As opposed to above ground irrigation, runoff and pooling of wasted water will never be an issue.
In high water usage areas like Lake Norman, Davidson, Huntersville and Charlotte, drip irrigation offers solid benefits across the Piedmont.
Where to Use Drip Irrigation and Why
With drip irrigation systems, above-ground greenery and foliage are not impacted. All water is introduced at the foundation of the plant underground. As such, there will be much less leaf burn and mildew buildup. Likewise, fungal diseases are greatly reduced making drip irrigation a plant enthusiast’s dream.
The top for applications for drip watering in the Carolinas are:
1. Privacy hedges like arborvitae, Emerald Green and Green Giant species. This is critically important for newly planted hedges and continuing for the first three years. This will lessen the likelihood of transplant shock as the hedges acclimate to your landscape.
2. Plants and flowers within your garden and landscape foundation. Consistent and precise watering at the root is key here.
3. Newly planted trees or trees that are showing the effects of insufficient watering. This is especially true for North Carolina favorites like Dogwoods, Japanese Maples and Magnolias.
4. Flower and veggie gardens that are newly planted. This includes those with perennials or are raised well above the landscape.
The Benefits of Drip Versus Sprinklers
Weeds are the dreaded culprit of North Carolina landscapes and gardens. As drip irrigation feeds the base of the plant, you’ll notice fewer weeds as they cannot germinate at the lower level as easily.
With drip irrigation, gardens with mulch will stay neater and cleaner, and the need for continual maintenance is reduced.
Especially pertinent for the larger Lake Norman area homes, drip irrigation systems are not noticeable to the naked eye. Under mulch, they are conveniently buried and stealthy incorporated into landscape designs. The only folks that will know they are there are Conserva Irrigation and you.
So What are the Benefits of Sprinkler Systems?
Smart Irrigation sprinkler systems rise to the occasion on many fronts.
Our tenure, as one of the most trusted and honored irrigation companies, has proven that sprinklers are perfect for wide swaths of green:
• Zoysia
• Bermuda Grass
• Fescue
• Kentucky Bluegrass
With optimum positioning by our irrigation professionals, large Lake Norman areas are no problem. Home fronts, athletic turfs, common areas within Homeowners Associations and vast commercial landscapes are well suited for sprinklers.
Our technical spray and rotation systems cover spaces quickly, important especially under drought conditions.
The Majority of Our Conserva Irrigation Clients Use a Well-Orchestrated Blend of Both Drip and Sprinkler Designs
Without further ado, here’s the perfect combination for Lake Norman and adjacent areas:
1. For lawns and turf grass, sprinklers are a must.
2. For landscaped beds and gardens, drip irrigation is the only way to go.
The bottom line? It’s not drip versus sprinkler. It’s drip and sprinkler combined in a truly Smart Irrigation system.
Your Solution to the Best Irrigation Systems Possible are Closer Than You Think – it’s Right Here
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We look forward to creating greener pastures and more vibrant landscapes.
