Garden MD
Practical answers for common garden problems

System Guide

Planning a garden irrigation system

Work out what you actually need before buying parts. Zone count, timer type, and delivery method matter more than any specific product.

Best for

  • Gardeners with more than one bed or area to water
  • Anyone about to buy a full irrigation kit
  • Yards with mixed sun exposure and container areas

Watch for

  • Buying a kit sized for the wrong area
  • Skipping a pressure regulator
  • One timer trying to run zones with different water needs