Clips & Pegs

About Clips & Pegs

Clips and pegs are essential components for securing and organising micro irrigation systems, garden watering setups, and drip feed installations. These small but vital accessories ensure that supply pipes, hoses, and micro tubing remain firmly in place, preventing movement, sagging, or displacement that could compromise your watering system's efficiency. Whether you're installing a professional greenhouse irrigation system or setting up a garden drip feed network, the right clips and pegs provide the stability and support needed for reliable, long-term performance.

Our range includes specialist micro drip pipe pegs, high spikes for securing end-line sprinklers, supply hose stakes, ratchet clamps, and wall clips from trusted brands like Hozelock and Gardena. These products are designed to work seamlessly with micro irrigation systems, allowing you to route pipework along borders, fix supply lines to walls and fences, or anchor sprinklers and drippers exactly where needed. The clever design of modern irrigation clips and pegs means they're quick to install, easy to adjust, and built to withstand outdoor conditions including UV exposure, temperature fluctuations, and constant moisture.

For professional landscapers, nursery operators, and keen gardeners alike, investing in quality clips and pegs means fewer system failures, reduced maintenance, and better water distribution across your planted areas. These accessories might be small, but they make a significant difference to the reliability and neatness of any micro irrigation installation.

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• Micro Irrigation: A low-pressure watering system that delivers water directly to plant roots through small-diameter tubing, drippers, and sprinklers, minimising water waste and maximising efficiency.
• Supply Hose: The main feeder pipe that connects your water source to the micro irrigation network, typically 13mm or 4mm diameter, requiring secure fixing to prevent movement.
• Ratchet Clamp: A toothed securing device that provides adjustable, firm grip on pipes and hoses, allowing you to tighten to the perfect tension and release when needed for system adjustments.
• High Spike: An extended length stake designed to anchor sprinklers, drippers, or end-line fittings firmly into soil or growing media, providing stability even in soft or loose ground.
• Wall Clip: A bracket or clip designed to fix irrigation supply pipes neatly against walls, fences, or other vertical surfaces, keeping pipework organised and protected from accidental damage.
• End Line Stake: A specialist peg used to secure the terminal point of an irrigation run, anchoring mini sprinklers or end caps to prevent the line from moving or lifting.

Who Uses Clips & Pegs?

• Professional Landscapers: Installing comprehensive irrigation systems for commercial and domestic gardens, requiring reliable fixings for extensive pipe networks.
• Gardeners and Horticulturalists: Setting up efficient watering systems in gardens, allotments, and vegetable plots to reduce manual watering time whilst improving plant health.
• Greenhouse and Polytunnel Operators: Maintaining precise watering systems for crops, ensuring pipes remain in position throughout the growing season.
• Nursery and Garden Centre Staff: Managing irrigation for large numbers of containerised plants, requiring secure and adjustable pipe positioning.
• Groundskeepers and Estate Managers: Maintaining watering systems across parks, sports grounds, and commercial properties where reliability is essential.
• DIY Gardening Enthusiasts: Creating water-efficient garden irrigation systems that reduce maintenance whilst keeping plants perfectly hydrated.

How to Choose the Right Clips & Pegs

Selecting appropriate clips and pegs depends on your specific irrigation setup and installation environment. Start by identifying your pipe diameter – most micro irrigation systems use either 4mm micro tubing or 13mm supply hose, and your clips must match these dimensions for a secure fit. Check that any stakes or pegs are long enough for your soil type; lighter, sandy soils require longer spikes for adequate anchoring, whilst dense clay soils provide better grip with shorter pegs.

Consider where you'll be fixing your irrigation pipes. For runs along fences, walls, or greenhouse frames, wall clips provide neat, professional-looking installations that protect pipes from damage. For ground-level applications, choose robust stakes that can penetrate your soil without bending. Ratchet clamps offer excellent versatility when you need adjustable tension or may need to reposition pipes as plants grow or layouts change.

Brand compatibility is important – Hozelock and Gardena are the leading names in UK micro irrigation, and their clips and pegs are engineered to work perfectly with their respective system components. Using matched-brand accessories ensures proper fit and reduces the risk of leaks or failures. Finally, consider UV-stabilised materials for longevity; quality clips and pegs from established manufacturers will resist degradation from sunlight exposure, maintaining their grip and strength season after season.

Popular Accessories

• Micro Irrigation Supply Hose: The main 13mm feeder pipe that your clips and pegs will secure in position throughout your garden.
• Drip Feed Emitters: The watering devices that your secured pipework will support, delivering water directly to plant roots.
• Pipe Connectors and Joints: Essential fittings for creating branches and junctions in your irrigation network.
• Timer Controllers: Automated watering timers that work with your secured irrigation system for hands-free garden watering.
• End Line Sprinklers: Watering heads that require secure staking to remain in position and deliver consistent coverage.
• Pressure Regulators: Components that ensure your micro irrigation system operates at optimal pressure for efficient water delivery.
• Pipe Cutters: Precision tools for cutting irrigation tubing to exact lengths during installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many clips or pegs do I need for my irrigation system?

As a general rule, secure supply hose every 500mm to 750mm along straight runs, and within 100mm of every bend or junction. For micro tubing, spacing can be slightly wider at around 1 metre intervals, but increase density in windy locations or on slopes where movement is more likely. It's better to over-secure than risk pipe displacement.

Will these clips and pegs work with any brand of irrigation system?

Whilst many clips and pegs have universal applications, best results come from matching accessories to your system brand. Hozelock clips are optimised for Hozelock pipe dimensions, and Gardena accessories fit Gardena systems perfectly. Check diameter specifications if mixing brands to ensure secure fitting.

Can I reuse clips and pegs when reconfiguring my irrigation layout?

Quality clips and pegs from brands like Hozelock and Gardena are designed for multiple uses. Wall clips can be unscrewed and repositioned, whilst ratchet clamps release easily for adjustments. Ground stakes may show some wear after repeated insertion but typically remain functional for several seasons if handled carefully during removal.

Do I need different pegs for hard ground versus soft soil?

Yes, soil type affects your choice. Longer, more robust spikes are essential for sandy or loose soils where anchoring depth provides stability. For hard or compacted ground, shorter pegs with reinforced points penetrate more easily, though you may need to create pilot holes in very hard soil to avoid bending the stakes.

How do I prevent UV damage to my irrigation clips and pegs?

Choose products specifically labelled as UV-stabilised or weather-resistant – both Hozelock and Gardena manufacture their clips and pegs with UV inhibitors that prevent degradation from sunlight exposure. These materials maintain flexibility and strength far longer than non-stabilised plastics, providing years of reliable service even in full sun positions.