Sprinklers, which spray water into the air where it is easily evaporated or lost to the wind, are inherently inefficient. They spread water over large areas, regardless of whether there are roots ...

The purpose of irrigation systems is obvious: Plants need water, and people aren’t always around to provide it. I realized this fact when a wildfire engulfed my rural California neighborhood in August ...

Shut-off and sprinkler valves are small but critical parts of your plumbing and irrigation systems, and they often fail quietly before causing big problems. From leaky packing nuts to seized stems, ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? An in-ground sprinkler system is by far the easiest and most effective way to water ...

Most advanced “water-printing” tech on the market. App is better than ever at mapping your yard. New drip irrigation option adds flexibility. New self-cleaning sprinkler-head tech can help ...