In either case, take time to create and work from a garden layout.
Remember to mark seeded rows and beds so you know where to place the hoses.
Since hose is flexible, you will be able to curve and adjust it to reach every plant.
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Another advantage is hoses can easily be moved when new plants are added or the garden layout changes.
When the garden to be watered is any distance from the main water spigot you will need garden hose.
Measure this distance to double-check you have enough feet of regulargarden hoseto reach the planted area.
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These rings prevent leaks by providing a watertight seal and all female hose connections should have one.
Soaker hose restrictors are small blue disks with a pinhole in the middle.
They regulate flow and help to prevent pressure leaks from developing in the hose line.
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Tip
Washers and restrictors are small parts easily lost when hoses are disconnected.
While replacement restrictors are hard to find, you might use a washer in its place.
Hose washers are available several in a package and good item to keep on hand.
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you could add the timer once the system is in place.
Add the Manifold
Connect the garden hose to the main manifold input.
Attach each of the two soaker hoses to each of the two manifold outputs.
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The manifold connections will also have separate on/off valves allowing you to operate each hose individually or both simultaneously.
Turn on the garden hose at the spigot.
Make any adjustments needed and retest.
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When the system is delivering water satisfactorily turn off the manifold valves and the main water spigot.
Read manufacturer’s instructions to learn how to operate the timer you’ve chosen.
Mornings are the best time to water plants.
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This allow any excess surface water on the stems and leaves to dry out before night time temperatures drop.
you’re free to water any time of day.
Evaporation and waste is reduced because the water is delivered directly into the soil.
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Irrigation System Maintenance
Anirrigation systemusing soaker hoses is easy to maintain.
When cared for properly, hoses can last several years or even longer.
Walk your system from time to time throughout the growing season to check for leaks or any displacement.
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