> There is another method called underground soaker hoses. Disadvantge, must > layout in spring while planting. Need to be careful with shovels and hoes. > Advantages, can be watered in PM with little plant problems, can work in > garden while watering, Does not wash off bugspray if elected. > Appears to take less water. I've got to agree with Byron on this one. I went with soaker hoses last year and I believe it's a good system. It does appear to take less water, and I solved the shovel, hoe problem by laying down landscaping fabric before I planted. I had virtually NO weeds. Tim in Kalispell