So my sister, gardening mother and I were all delighted when he rigged up an irrigation system for the Sutton garden out of rain barrels, PVC pipe and a sump pump. I'm not quite sure how he got the ...

In flood-prone southern Louisiana, the problem with water is usually that there’s too much of it. But during dry periods, weeks can go by without a good rain. This spring brought a lengthy dry spell ...

Emma Stenhouse is a marine scientist, educator, and writer with more than 16 years of experience. She holds an M.S. in Marine Science from the University of Plymouth. Installing a rain barrel system ...

If your life is busy but you want to make sure your plants are well-cared for, even on your most hectic days, automating your watering system can be a big help. A drip irrigation system is the ...