An irrigation system is a network of pipes, hoses, and emitters sprinklers or drippers designed to automatically water your garden. Instead of watering by hand with a hosepipe or watering can, a system takes care of it for you, delivering water precisely where it's needed.
This is not only convenient but highly efficient. A well-designed system minimises water loss from evaporation and runoff, ensuring more of what comes out of your tap actually reaches your plants. Most systems connect to a standard outdoor tap, and when paired with a water timer, the entire process becomes fully automatic even when you're on holiday.
Whether you have a modest patio with a few pots or a large garden with borders, a lawn and a greenhouse, there's an irrigation solution that fits. The key is understanding which system type is right for each part of your garden.