Drip Irrigation Systems for Australian Gardens

Why Drip Irrigation?Surface sprinkler irrigation loses 30–50% of water to evaporation and wind drift in Australian conditions. Drip irrigation loses less than 5%. Beyond water efficiency, drip irrigation: keeps foliage dry (reduces fungal disease incidence dramatically in crops like tomatoes and roses); allows fertiliser to be delivered directly through the drip system (fertigation); and can be automated to maintain consistent soil moisture without daily attention.System ComponentsA basic drip…