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Greenhouse irrigation system

18 years ago

Does anyone have an irrigation system in their greenhouse? I'm looking for something to reduce the time it takes to hand water. I mainly have 4" bedding plants and gallon perennials, so individual drip lines are not feasible. I'm thinking a sprinkler-type system suspended above the benches. I've seen systems like this, I'm just not sure where to start. Anyone have any experience doing this? I'm looking for recommendations on parts suppliers, specific parts and equipment needed, etc.

Thank you!

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normyd
18 years ago
Roberts Sprinklers using PVC is a low cost and simple system. Ours are on the floor with risers every 8 feet. Also using the netafilm system which cost more but is more accurate with it's distribution. It hangs from the roof of the greenhouse and is spaced only 3 feet apart.
jspece
Original Author
18 years ago
Thanks...I will check into both of these.
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brooker
18 years ago
Check out capillary mats. They might be the ideal thing for 4" and gal pots. We used one under our 5" begonias and will also try it this year under perennials outdoors.

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