SprinklerTalk

The condition of your sprinkler heads is vital to the well-being of your irrigation system.  Over time when dirt and debris clog screens and nozzles the spray stream coming from the sprinkler head may cause parts of your landscape not to be watered. A blocked or clogged sprinkler is a common cause of sprinkler failure.…

The information below is from LongHouse Reserve in East Hampton.  To learn more about this enchanting place or to become a member visit their website. “Should I keep watering my garden in the fall” you might ask?  Well, the weather is certainly unpredictable this time of year – one day it’s sunny with temperatures in the…

Zen gardens, also called Japanese rock gardens were first created by Buddhist monks in Japan as a place to aid meditation.  Amidst our busy challenging lives right now, it would be nice to have something that gives us a moment of peace.  Designing a Zen garden on your property is a great way to reduce stress,…

Since we are spending so much time at home, you have probably thought about outdoor improvements that could be made for your enjoyment and relaxation. One way to bring calm and serenity into your outdoor space would be to create a garden sanctuary for yoga, meditation and/or relaxation. When deciding where you want to build…

A storms strong winds can carry spray from waters to land, splashing the surrounding area with sea salt. Unfortunately, the salty solution mist settles onto leaves and then into the soil once the excess water volume has decreased. Salt residue can seep into the root systems of trees, plants and turf, leaving them brittle, brown…

The irrigation industry is experiencing a renaissance of technology development. Now, more so than ever, consumers can find irrigation products that use advanced sensors, Wi-Fi and app-based capability to automatically adjust watering schedules, communicate problems and save water, giving consumers more data and power to control irrigation systems than ever before. “Smart” irrigation systems irrigate…

One of the most common mistakes gardeners make is over watering plants. Self-watering planters are an alternative way to make watering more efficient and to prevent over-watering. These types of planters have a reservoir to hold water at the bottom and if kept filled the soil maintains a consistent level of moisture. Self-watering containers can…

Most people think a turn-on is quick and easy, but in reality there is a lot more to it.  Care and a technical eye is what is needed to prepare for ultimate performance during the hot days of summer. Irrigation systems have been sitting idle all winter and now it is time to charge your…

Rain sensors are designed to prevent your sprinkler system from running in the rain. There are two types of rain/freeze sensors, wired and wireless. A rain/freeze sensor shuts off your irrigation system when there is freezing temperatures to protect your sprinkler system from getting damaged. Rain and wireless rain/freeze sensors are becoming “must have” components…

Take the guesswork out of watering with a Smart WiFi Sprinkler Controller. Customized watering schedules can be set with regards to day, frequency, start time and run time. This will ensure your plants are healthy, you conserve water and have a lower water bill. Daily watering can be automatically adjusted to reflect seasonal weather changes…