Gardena Micro Drip System
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About Gardena Micro Drip System
The Gardena Micro Drip System offers a comprehensive solution for precision irrigation, delivering water directly to plant roots whilst reducing consumption by up to 70% compared to traditional methods. MyToolShed.co.uk stocks the complete range of over 50 professional components, including adjustable drip heads, spray nozzles, distribution tubing, supply pipes, and connection fittings. This modular system allows gardeners and landscaping professionals to create bespoke irrigation solutions for any application, from compact balcony planters and hanging baskets to extensive borders, vegetable plots, and commercial installations.
At the core of the system lies 13mm supply pipe that connects to standard UK garden taps, branching into 4.6mm distribution tubing that carries water to individual plants via inline and endline drip heads. Pressure-compensating components ensure uniform water delivery across sloped gardens, whilst adjustable spray nozzles provide 90°, 180°, and 360° coverage patterns for dense plantings. The quick-connect fittings require no specialist tools, making the system easily expandable and fully compatible with automatic timers for hands-free operation.
Applications
- Landscape Gardeners: Installing efficient irrigation systems for residential and commercial projects
- Garden Designers: Specifying automated watering solutions as part of comprehensive garden installations
- Nursery Operations: Managing irrigation for container-grown stock, propagation benches, and retail plant displays
- Groundskeepers: Maintaining planters, borders, and ornamental displays in public spaces and business parks
- Allotment Holders: Implementing water-efficient systems for vegetable cultivation
- Greenhouse Cultivation: Automating irrigation for tomatoes, cucumbers, and protected crops
- Holiday Home Maintenance: Installing automated systems for extended absences
- Container Gardening: Watering hanging baskets, patio containers, and raised beds
Choosing The Right Gardena Micro Drip System
Assess Your Layout: Measure distances from your outdoor tap to the furthest planting areas, noting elevation changes. For gardens exceeding 15 metres or with significant slopes, pressure-compensating drip heads ensure uniform distribution across all zones.
Calculate Water Requirements: Different plants demand varying moisture levels. Established shrubs typically need 2-4 litres daily, whilst vegetable plots and containers often require 5-10 litres. Count your plants and estimate combined water needs to determine the appropriate number and flow rate of drip heads.
Select Components: Starter sets provide economical foundations for typical garden areas. For custom installations, MyToolShed.co.uk stocks individual components including inline drip heads for borders, endline drippers for pots, spray nozzles for ground cover, and all necessary connection pieces.
Consider Automation: Battery-operated timers coupled with your Micro Drip System ensure consistent watering during holidays. Control valves allow multiple irrigation zones operated independently according to specific plant requirements.
Pressure Management: Most UK mains supplies deliver 2-4 bar pressure. The system operates optimally at 1.5 bar, so MyToolShed.co.uk recommends installing a pressure reducer at your tap connection to prevent component damage and ensure even water distribution.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drip heads can I connect to one supply pipe?
A single 13mm supply pipe typically supports 15-20 standard drip heads operating at 2 litres per hour each. For larger installations, use control valves to create multiple independently operated zones for optimal performance.
Can the system remain outdoors during winter?
Before the first frost, disconnect from the tap and drain all water by opening end plugs and removing drip heads. Frost-resistant tubing can remain in place, though elevated sections should be drained to prevent ice damage to connections. Store components in a frost-free location.
What's the difference between inline and endline drip heads?
Inline drip heads pierce into distribution tubing at any point along its length, allowing water to continue flowing to subsequent outlets. Endline drip heads terminate the tubing, making them ideal for the final plant in a run or standalone applications like individual pots.