How to Build a Drip Watering System for Outside Plants

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If you want to save water, time, or labor, a drip watering system can do all three. Setting up one of these systems can be done by several simple methods.

Steps

Container Method

1. Buy a sturdy plastic container, such as a milk jug.
2. Punch several holes into the container using a nail. Make sure the holes are clear and fairly small (about 1-2mm across).
3. Bury the container in your garden with the top sticking out. If you like, you can pile some rocks around it for aesthetic appeal.
4. Use a hose and funnel to fill your container. Refill as needed.

Hose Method

1. Buy a length of sturdy hose. This is available at most garden stores. Be sure to buy a cap for the end, or your system will not work.
2. Using a nail, punch a series of holes about 4 cm (2 inches) apart along the length.
3. Attach one end of this hose to a spigot.
4. Lay the hose among the plants you intend to water. If you like, you can bury the hose in the ground.
5. Turn the spigot on to medium flow.
6. When you're done watering, turn the spigot off.

Things You'll Need

• Nail
• Plastic bottle
• Hose with cap
• Spigot
• Garden to water
• Trowel or other digging tool (optional)
• Rocks (optional)
• Other hose

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