Although the history of drip irrigation goes back to the Babylonians, modern drip systems represent one of the most important agricultural innovations of all time.
They can save over 60% of the water used with flood irrigation, increase yields from 20 to 40%, cut labor costs down to almost zero, decrease the expense of big pumps and high electricity bills, decrease fertilizer costs, and maintain a more constant moisture level that increases microbe and soil health.
Because they provide water more slowly, the moisture goes deeper, the roots follow giving them access to more nutrients and making the plants stronger and more healthy.
Traditional Drip Irrigation
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GrowStream Subsurface Irrigation Tape - 100 feet
GrowStream™ Subsurface Irrigation Tape is a plant-responsive subsurface irrigation system that dynamically delivers water and nutrients based upon individual plant demand. This tube is a microporous material that retains water until flow is triggered by plant root exudates. The tubing has no emitters, but releases water along its entire surface through millions of micropores. The tubing diameter is 0.625 in. (5/8 in.) (16 millimeters) I.D. Responsive Pressure Range: 1.0-4.0 psi (69-276 mbar) Recommended Operating Pressure: 1.0-3.0 psi (69-207 mbar) Maximum Operating Pressure: 6.0 psi (414 mbar) Flow Rate: 0-0.054 gpm (0.204 l/m) per linear foot Minimum install depth: 3” (7.6 cm) GrowStream™ is compatible with virtually all soil types and growing mediums. Soil must be free of debris and sharp objects like rocks and thorns. Sand can be added to the trenches below and around tubing to prevent damage. Other Products You Might Need (not included) Pressure Gauge 0-5 psi For a guide on the proper use of this product, please go to https://www.irrigation.equipment/guide-to-sub-surface-irrigation-with-growstream/
$91.86
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PVC 4" Slip Joint Tee
4" PVC Tee
$51.87
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PVC 3" Ball Valve Threaded
3" PVC Ball Valve Female Pipe Thread
$70.55
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5 psi Pressure Gauge Kit- Schrader valve and chuck
Pressure gauges that read in a very low range like this one require a different kind of technology which costs more. Being more rare and not produced in large number like the 0-30 and 0-100 also adds to this cost. But quality and accuracy stay high and they provide invaluable information for low pressure applications like our BluSoak and GrowStream system where going from 2 to 3psi can radically change the flow rate. They also take the guesswork out of setting up and dialing in systems. You can put them at the end of a long line of tape/soaker hose and use them to adjust for the best psi to give you the best amount of water flow rate.
$102.06
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Irritec Tape Elbow
5/8" Tape Elbow
$2.68
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PVC 2" MPT x 3/4" FPT Bushing
PVC Bushing 2" (MPT) x 3/4" (FPT)
$10.85
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Swivel Adapter, 3/4" FIPT x Perma Loc
Perma-Loc fittings and adapters are heavy duty reusable connectors for all your connection needs. They are very easy to use and require no special tools. Perma-Loc fittings are available for both Tubing and Tape. The Tubing connectors can be used on blank tubing as well as drip line. To Use: Simply push tubing or tape over barbed end, then hand-tighten locking nut over tubing or tape for a permanent secure fit. To Remove: Just loosen locking nut, pull tube off and re-use as needed. Perma-Loc fittings look similar to traditional flange and locking nut plumbing connections; however, in most cases, they work differently. Unlike a typical locking nut which comes off the fitting and slides over the tubing, a Perma-Loc locking nut is usually not removed from the fitting. The exception to this rule might be some of the larger 3/4" and above tubing fittings. Select a video from above to see how the Perma-Loc drip irrigation tubing and tape fittings work.
$3.53
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Irritec Layflat Connector x 5/8" Tape w/ Valve
Adapts from a layflat hose into a fitting for 5/8", ideal for our BluSoak 2.0 Drip Tape. Valve included in adapter.
$3.69
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360° Sprinkler - Single (Bulk) - for EasyDrip Systems or Conventional 1/4" Drip Systems
Part of the EasyDrip System These easy to install 360 sprinklers are great for covering a large area in moisture. Place under a bush or in the middle of plants for a wide range of water to be sprayed in a 360 degree fashion. Great for low pressure systems! Red color
$0.12
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PVC 4" Flange Slip Sch80
Description coming soon.
$212.64
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1/4" Superflex Tubing
Super flexible and almost impossible to kink This tubing is more expensive but extremely easy to use. We like to put it after a valve at the end of a loop or line and use it as a handy water source. Being so flexible, it's easy to fill a little container, give a plant a little extra water, etc. It's extruded from a specially formulated silicone with a hardness rating of 60 Shore A and heat stabilized to ensure re-use and can handle temperatures up to 500°F (260C). It's non-staining, reuseable, and we can cut this to the length you need. We also have available by the foot.*Please note that this is not the standard Blumat supply line size. For Blumat systems use 8mm.
$61.24 - $110.00
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PVC 3/4" Slip Joint x 1/2" FPT Tee
3/4"(SLIP) x 1/2"(FPT) x 3/4"(SLIP) PVC Tee
$2.23
