Q: What's the difference between the 1 gph and 2 gph versions?
The 1 gph spike suits small trees and shrubs, while the 2 gph version fits larger plants needing more water; choose 2 gph for a mature tree or heavy feeder.
XC408 - 1 gph Drip Spikes, pkg. of 5
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This pressure-compensating drip spike is useful wherever rising and falling elevations or long header hoses could affect pressure.
Attaches to 1/4" feeder lines coming off a header hose. Just 2 spikes, one on either side of the trunk, are often enough to water a small tree.
Also good for use with gravity-feed water sources such as rain barrels. Built-in insect baffles and filters help prevent blockage. Requires a straight connector and 1/4" feeder line to connect to header hose. Available in 1 gph and 2 gph versions.
The 1 gph spike suits small trees and shrubs, while the 2 gph version fits larger plants needing more water; choose 2 gph for a mature tree or heavy feeder.
Yes, these drip irrigation spikes work well with gravity-feed sources such as rain barrels in addition to pressurized systems.
Two spikes, placed on opposite sides of the trunk, are often enough to water a small tree evenly.
Built-in insect baffles and filters help prevent debris and insects from blocking the flow path.
You'll need a straight connector and 1/4-inch feeder line to join the spike to your header hose.
| Materials | Plastic |
| Compatibility | Fits 1/4" feeder line connections on drip and low-flow irrigation systems. |
| Includes | Pressure-compensating drip spike |
| Package Quantity | Pack of 5 |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Drip Spikes for Drip and Low-Flow Irrigation Systems
This pressure-compensating drip spike is useful wherever rising and falling elevations or long header hoses could affect pressure.
Attaches to 1/4" feeder lines coming off a header hose. Just 2 spikes, one on either side of the trunk, are often enough to water a small tree.
Also good for use with gravity-feed water sources such as rain barrels. Built-in insect baffles and filters help prevent blockage. Requires a straight connector and 1/4" feeder line to connect to header hose. Available in 1 gph and 2 gph versions.
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