To keep a vegetable garden healthy, you have to ensure it gets appropriate amounts of water. However, doing so manually can be time consuming and imprecise. A sprinkler system, on the other hand, can be set to deliver a specified amount of water at a specific time. Here are some reasons to consider investing.

3 Ways Sprinklers Will Improve Your Fall Harvest

1. Provides Measured Delivery

When watering a garden manually, it’s difficult to know you’re using the exact amount of water necessary to feed your plants without drowning them. Sprinklers, on the other hand, are extremely precise. In addition to delivering your vegetables the exact pre-programmed amount they need to thrive, they prevent you from wasting water and needlessly upping the monthly utility bills.

2. Preserves Nutrients

Those who use too much water when manually watering their garden run the risk of flooding the soil. This can dilute and wash away essential nutrients that plants need to grow properly. Sprinkler systems are designed to prevent flooding, so your garden retains all of the vitamins and minerals it needs for healthy growth.

3. Saves Time & Effort

One of the biggest benefits of using a sprinkler system is that they work automatically, according to a set schedule. This helps make your hectic schedule a little easier. In addition, it allows the plants to be watered at a time that is optimal for them—which is usually in the morning when you are getting ready for work.
 

If you’d like to boost your vegetable garden’s growth by installing a sprinkler system, the team at Whittemore Sprinkler Company in Lincoln, NE, is ready to help. For more than 55 years, this family-owned and -operated company has been providing clients with top-notch sprinkler and garden irrigation solutions, including underground lawn sprinklers and custom systems. Visit their website to learn more about their services. Call (402) 476-8552 to speak with a knowledgeable representative today.