subirrigations
/ˌsʌbɪrɪˈɡeɪʃənz/
noun
- The act or process of watering plants from below the soil surface, usually through a system of underground pipes or tubes.
- Subirrigations are often used in greenhouses to deliver water directly to plant roots.
- Modern subirrigations help reduce evaporation and improve water efficiency in dry regions.
- The farmer installed subirrigations to keep the crops hydrated without wasting water.