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Trumbull, CT 06611, USA

How many bury their drip irrigation lines? I think I am going to, just to prevent me tripping over all of them...lol

Thanks....Ray

4/15/2007 4:25:24 PM

Topsfield, Ma.

Ray, I used to bury drip lines w/about 3-4" leaf mulch, but now leave them sit on the surface. I alternate drip to feed w/house pressure to water, and want to be sure it's even watering and no blow-outs. Duff

4/15/2007 5:12:17 PM

Western Pa.

Hi Ray,

I've done both. They're supposed to last longer when buried, but if you're driving any stakes beware of where they are! Last year I buried, and the wife destroyed about half of them with a scuffle hoe. At least she weeds! This year they'll be exposed!
kilr

4/15/2007 5:13:05 PM

Denver, CO

Hi Ray,
Last year, I buried them for one plant and not for another. Both plants did the same, could not seee a diffrence. However, I cant tell you how many times I sat a stewed about how much water the covered lines were putting out, was there a leak somewhere? A plugged branch or line? A cut line? It was definelty not worth the extra stress. And like above, cultivation becomes a hit and miss propistion.

4/15/2007 9:37:47 PM

Phoenix, AZ

I buried mine about 1/2" on average. Next year I plan on going deeper so I can bury my vines easier.

4/16/2007 12:19:21 AM