There are a range of irrigation types used in flower production.Each type has its advantages and disadvantages, and not all will be suited to a specific business or situation. These include hydroponic systems, drip irrigation
and sprinklers. Nutrient film technique provides water and nutrition without the need for a substrate. Drip irrigation is used extensively in the flower industry, using different types of emitter. Sprinkler systems in the flower industry are usually found in in-ground growing systems.