/challenges-projects/design-challenges/internet-of-the-backyard/b/blog/posts/backyard-challenge-week-oneFirst I would like to thank element14 and TI for choosing me as one of the RoadTesters for the Internet of the Backyard Challenge. For my project I will design a watering system for a backyard garden which will not only keep track of the moistur...en-USTelligent Community 12https://community.element14.com/challenges-projects/design-challenges/internet-of-the-backyard/b/blog/posts/backyard-challenge-week-oneTue, 26 Aug 2014 00:38:19 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:5a562029-12dc-4ec9-86d0-fbc3897f07abmcb10<blockquote class="jive-quote"> <p>I will most likely be using a perforated hose laying on the soil for the main water supply</p> </blockquote><p>The other option is drippers.</p><p>The advantage is you can place them relative to the plant or attach a small hose to extend the range.</p><p>Most have a set rate for pressure v time which may remove the need for the flow sensor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mark</p><img src="https://community.element14.com/aggbug?PostID=18459&AppID=112&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">