Re: Watering Methods
Hi Matt. I have been using half inch tubing with drippers attaches inside
for the past year. It has worked out great for me. Each night I apply about
50 gallons or so over all of the roots with the majority being at the main
root. This seems to work great and the water is absorbed as fast as it is
put out. Plus, you can have drippers with any rating (gph) that one needs.
--- "M.G." <directart@wiers.com> wrote:
> Looking at watering alternatives. I know what thirsty little pigs those
> pumpkin plants can become. Would be curious what preferences in watering
> are out there. The soaker hoses seem to deliver water at a rate which the
> ground can absorb. However, how often and how long should the soaker hose
> be turned on during the day. Also, realizing the importance of getting
> atmospheric air into the soil, should an alternating wet / dry schedule
> prove more effective. Now there is a thought. What about pumping
> atmospheric gas into the soil between watering, or wafting additional CO2
> over the leaves? Perhaps way too Frankenstein for me. Personal note, "If
> I
> think that I will ever try just a spray hose again, someone nominate me for
> brain surgery."
>
> Yesterday, I received my new French electric-mat heated, germination
> humidome. Eagerly awaiting sowing some of those big monster AG seeds.
> (Hurray)
>
> Matt Garver
> mattgarver@wiers.com
>
>
>
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