Here's the project for the weekend: installing drip line irrigation. I got this from Irrigation Direct after evolving over the years from sprinklers to soaker hoses. I got so frustrated with soaker hoses because they were watering inconsistently, watering the wrong places, getting clogged up, etc etc.
So far, it is pretty easy to install. I am using a box cutter to cut the line and then you can just attach all the tube and fittings by hand. It is well designed for easy assembly. You can order a variety of kits that come with all the things you might need but don't know about yet. Here's my HOT tip for what you need: you will need one T coupling and one elbow coupling for each of your beds...and possibly one cut off valve for each as well. So when ordering see what the kit comes with and add some extra depending on your number of beds. This will allow you to place 1/2 inch mainline tubing in each bed and then your 1/4 inch drip lines can hook up with the mainline.
One cool thing about Irrigation Direct is that they have "how to" videos for all of their equipment. That is essential!
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