How to Drip Water for Potting Plants

Drip irrigation is perfect for potted plants, since only the area needed gets water. Drip systems have fixed to adjustable drippers for flowerbeds and potting plants and the water flow can be adjusted as the plants' needs grow. Timers can be added to the system so watering can take place when you are not home. Fertilizer add-ons will help keep the plants healthy and bloom longer, and are generally available in dry, soluble, or solution forms.

Things You'll Need

• Back-flow valve
• Pressure regulator
• Debris filter
• Tubing adapter
• Pruning shears or wire cutters

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Connect the back-flow valve to the water valve. Connect the pressure regulator to the back-flow valve.

   • 2

     Connect the debris filter to the pressure regulator. Connect the tubing adapter to the pressure regulator.

   • 3

     Connect the tubing to the tubing adapter. Run the tubing to the pots using splitters, elbows, and "T" as needed.

   • 4

     Secure the tubing using zip ties, "C" and trellis clamps as needed.

   • 5

     Connect the drip emitters at each plant. Turn on the water gradually and watch for leaks.