Drippers and Tricklers

Drippers and Tricklers

Spray Pattern

Choosing your hose diameter

The next thing to think about when buying a hose is the diameter.

8mm hose coiled

8mm

  • Ideal for small gardens, patios and courtyards
  • Lightweight and easy to move around the garden
  • Lower flow rate than a 12mm hose
12mm blue hose

12mm

  • Most common size for residential gardens
  • Good water flow without being too heavy
  • Extensive range of fittings, hand sprays and reels
18mm green hose coiled

18mm

  • More than double the flow rate of a 12mm hose
  • Heavier and harder to move around
  • Limited range of fittings

What length do I need?

Choose the shortest length that reaches all areas to maintain good water pressure.

18mm green hose coiled

Small Yard

Medium / Large Gardens < 400m2

18mm green hose coiled

Medium Yard

Medium / Large Gardens > 1000m2

18mm green hose coiled

Large Yard

Acreage / Rural Land > 1000m2

Useful Resources

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