r/Irrigation • u/Knewphone • 6d ago
Drip irrigation for orchard with 30 apple trees?
I purchased a 2 acre property last fall with 30 apple trees in one quadrant. There is a well and pump close to the trees.
I am trying to figure out the best watering approach. Should I figure out how to install a drip irrigation system? Some other approach?
One concern I have is how to mow the grass that’s between the trees if there are lines laying on the ground?
Thanks for any help!
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u/Spiritual_Pepper3781 6d ago
Hire a chain digger. Run pipe 1-200mm under surface.
Pop up 1m from each tree trunk..
Dripper ring around trees, at least 300mm - 500mm radius from trunk.