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Look at how much water is lost with conventional watering :

1. Water loss linked to the watering system itself:

-Keeping the system clear: In order to avoid clogging, the system must be cleaned using disinfectants such as bleach or other de-scaling products. Such products are toxic to plants and soil, and water is used in the process (both to apply and then rinse the products).

-Maintaining the system in good condition: Up to 20% of water loss can be attributed to wear and tear, frost damage and faulty connections.

2. Water loss at the point of contact:

-Missing the plant: A proportion of water falls outside the extent of the root system

-Evaporation: A proportion of water will evaporate before reaching the soil and the roots

-Run-off: When the water flows too quickly, it cannot penetrate the soil: some water will inevitably run off the surface. This water is effectively lost and can cause unwanted soil erosion, carrying off valuable fertile soil.

3. Water loss within the soil:

-Percolation: A proportion of the water will filter deep down through soil until it reaches the water table.

4. Other water losses:

-Absence of a flow control system: Drip feed systems have no way of telling whether it is raining or the plant requires more water. Water is simply wasted.

-Lack of homogeneity: Water pours out of different watering cans at different rates, especially when the rose has become blocked or clogged.

Conclusion: Between 20% and 50% of water is lost in conventional watering systems.