Abstract
Automatically time-controlled underground lawn irrigation systems have become readily available in Kentucky. When the systems are properly designed and installed, they can be effectively used to grow high-quality turf. In addition to applying necessary water for plant growth, proper irrigation can
- provide water to move pesticides and fertilizers to the root zone,
- remove frost,
- help reduce thatch by maintaining a moist environment for microbial degradation,
- cool the plant surface and air that surrounds the home or commercial building, through the process of plant evapotranspiration.
Publication Date
10-1986
Publication Number
AGR-115
Repository Citation
Powell, A. J. Jr., "Lawn Irrigation with Automatic Systems" (1986). Agriculture and Natural Resources Publications. 48.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/anr_reports/48
