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"I've seen rain catchment tanks formed out of culvert pipes set vertically on a small concrete pad.
Also, an inexpensive, temporary tank can be made out of hog fence and plastic. Make circle with the fencing (double layer), line with cardboard and…"
Also, an inexpensive, temporary tank can be made out of hog fence and plastic. Make circle with the fencing (double layer), line with cardboard and…"
"Hi Cathy,
You can also try the non-profit organization Watershed Management Group at www.watershedmg.org. They are starting to offer classes for water harvesting, green infrastructure, schoolyard habitats amongst others, in the Phoenix valley. They…"
You can also try the non-profit organization Watershed Management Group at www.watershedmg.org. They are starting to offer classes for water harvesting, green infrastructure, schoolyard habitats amongst others, in the Phoenix valley. They…"
"The tank size can be calculated by figuring out the daily water demand in gallons and then multiplying that by the number of days you would like to go without refilling the tank(s). 10,000 s.f. of garden will take a lot of water, and you might be…"
"Hi Jeff,
Thanks for your reply! Do you have any idea how large of a tank we would need? Our garden is the size of a small city lot (9,517 sq feet) and contains 9 raised beds at present. We'd like to eventually grow to 30 beds (each 8x 5) We would…"
Thanks for your reply! Do you have any idea how large of a tank we would need? Our garden is the size of a small city lot (9,517 sq feet) and contains 9 raised beds at present. We'd like to eventually grow to 30 beds (each 8x 5) We would…"
"Yes, using an above ground tank as you describe is definately a possibility. Automating and pressurizing them is also a possibility. I have designed/installed a few such systems over the years, including a couple after the Rodeo-Chediski fire. While…"
Hi All,Has anyone heard of, or used, plastic above-ground water tanks for irrigation?Our school/community garden doesn't have water at the site. Students are pulling a garden hose across the street from the school to water. We are looking for…
I thought all my chicks were hens. Oops!These are lovely little chickens. The rooster is gentle and lovable (we named him Star) but he does crow and I can't keep him. I am a vegetarian and would never eat him...so please don't suggest.Pick your…
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