Soaker Horses- Duration
Q: How long do I let my soaker hoses run?
A: The rule of thumb is “long enough to soak the soil 6 inches deep”. Most hoses emit 1 gallon per foot of hose per hour. Running yours for an hour, once per week, seems reasonable to me.
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