Root watering device

摘要

A deep root watering unit is described herein that includes an elongated hollow sleeve member and a grate-retaining housing mounted at an upper end of the sleeve member. A cap configured as a grate can be attached to the top portion of the housing. The deep root watering unit is advantageously configured to facilitate insertion and removal of the cap, irrigation adjacent to the housing, and/or distribution of fluid to adjacent irrigation devices.

主权项

1. A deep root watering unit comprising:
an elongated hollow sleeve member adapted for in-ground placement to extend generally vertically at a position adjacent roots of a selected plant, said sleeve member having a plurality of water flow openings formed therein for passage of water from within said sleeve member to surrounding soil to irrigate the selected plant; a grate-retaining housing mounted at an upper end of said sleeve member, said grate-retaining housing defining an internal chamber, and further including a mount for supporting an irrigation water dispensing device and an inwardly extending ledge adjacent an upper end portion of the housing; and a perforated grate cap removably mounted on the upper end portion of said grate-retaining housing in substantially spaced relation from the ledge such that a flush path for debris is formed between the ledge and the grate cap.