Drip irrigation guides
Plan a new system, match the parts to your rows, or find where the flow drops.
Why is one row running dry?
Check the other rows in the same zone. If they’re running normally, start at the dry row’s inlet.
Troubleshoot uneven flow
Install a system
Start with the beds you want to water. Draw the layout, count the parts and test the first row.
- How a drip irrigation system worksFollow the water through the filter, regulator and supply line.
- How to choose a drip irrigation kitCheck how much line you need and which fittings come in the box.
- How to install drip irrigation in raised bedsUse a 4 × 8 ft bed example to lay out the tubing and count the parts.
Choose components
Use the planting layout, water source and manufacturer’s specifications to narrow down the parts.
Look up tape specifications- Drip tape, dripline or soaker hose?Choose a line for straight crop rows, permanent beds or short garden runs.
- How to choose drip tape emitter spacingSee how changing the spacing alters water demand, then check the wetted strip.
- How to choose a drip irrigation pressure regulatorMatch the outlet pressure and flow range to the zone that runs.
- How to choose a drip irrigation filterUse the filtration rating for your exact tape model and water source.
How much water will the zone need?
Enter the number and length of your rows and use the flow rate for your tape at its listed pressure.