Ollas are a traditional method of watering plants that have been used for centuries. These unglazed terracotta pots are buried in the soil with their necks exposed above the ground. The ollas are...
Looking for a time-saving way to water your plants? One of these irrigations systems may be the right choice for you. A side-by-side comparison of two watering techniques for the home gardener - soaker hoses and drip irrigation. This article includes a breakdown of cost, precision, durability, and h
There are five basic methods of irrigation (flooding, furrow irrigation, trickle, sprinkling, and sub irrigation). You'll know all of them in details here.
Tips on saving water and money by using ancient irrigation methods with unglazed clay pottery.
I first encountered the concept of using unglazed clay vessels for sub-surface irrigation in Bill Mollison's "The Global Gardener" film series. Mollison comments that the technique might be, to parap
I first read about ollas (pronounced oh-yah) over at Little Homestead in the City. Basically it’s an ancient irrigation method that uses unglazed, porous clay pots buried within the root zone…
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Parboiled rice hulls (also called PBH or rice hulls) are a readily renewable resource. It is a sustainable growing medium that recycles waste material, requires no land disruption to produce, reduces the amount of dust in the greenhouse environment, and it decomposes over time to improve soil structure.Reduces Water UsagePlants require water to grow but we need to conserve this natural resource as much as possible. Using rice hulls in the garden enables the plants to grow with less water. Using
Hay veces que no conviene comprar un sistema de riego: normalmente cuando tenemos pocas plantas, no tenemos un punto de agua cercano o tenemos unas cuantas macetas alejadas de nuestro huerto con todo su sistema de irrigación. En estos casos existen técnicas sencillas que nos ayudan a ahorrar agua y a no tener que estar […]
In the realm of small-scale agriculture, especially in developing regions, efficient water use is not just a practice; it’s a necessity. The Chapin Irrigation Bucket, a simple yet innovative system, has emerged as a beacon of hope for small-scale farmers. This article delves into how this system is revolutionizing agricultural practices in water-scarce areas. What …
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Découvrez comment économiser beaucoup d'eau sur votre consommation d'eau de jardin, en utilisant des pots en terre cuite non émaillée. Tuto fabriquer Olla
Learn all about garden irrigation, including: soaker hoses, drip irrigation, converting sprinklers to drip, clay ollas, hand-watering, & rainwater capture.
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Create a beautiful landscape and conserve water with xeriscaping, a landscaping method that reduces irrigation needs and maximizes the use of natural precipitation.
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