If you prefer to watch Netflix, rather than standing outside with a hose every evening, chances are you’ve some sprinklers around your property to help out. (If not – get some at Blue Bucket)
While sprinklers are fantastic at delivering irrigation, if not used properly, they can waste water. So how can you make sure you’re not overdoing it on the watering?
Check your sprinkler run time
Different sprinklers have different watering rates. By checking your sprinkler run time, you can make sure you’re not over-watering your lawn and garden and potentially save a lot of water. Most sprinklers can be reduced by two minutes per station and still maintain a healthy garden.
Quick run times guide
Use the following table as a guide for the best run times for each sprinkler.
|
Sprinkler type |
Typical watering rate (per hour) |
Recommended run time for 10mm (standard irrigation) |
Recommended run time for reducing water use |
|
Pop-up/fixed spray |
35-45mm |
13-16 minutes |
10 minutes |
|
Rotary
|
10-15mm |
40-60 minutes |
30-40 minutes |
|
Gear drive rotator |
10-20mm |
30-40 minutes |
25-30 minutes |
|
Dripline |
15-20mm |
30-40 minutes |
20-30 minutes |