Saving Water Saves the Planet
Plant a deep-water pipe today and help your trees thrive while cutting your irrigation water use by up to 50%. A simple DIY project, designed by Elina, a 16-year-old Girl Scout, that anyone can build in an afternoon.
Only 2% of Earth's water is drinkable freshwater. Every gallon matters.
About the Project
I'm Elina, a Girl Scout senior, and this is my Gold Award project. The goal is simple: help homeowners save up to 50% of their backyard water by building an inexpensive, deep-watering irrigation pipe.
When water is delivered directly to the deep roots of a tree, almost none of it evaporates from the surface. Trees grow faster, stay healthier, and your water bill goes down. That's a win for your yard and a win for the planet.
Read more about the projectBuild One This Weekend
Two short guides walk you through everything you need to build a deep-watering pipe and then use it well.
See the Pipes in Action
Photos from real installations -- the same design you can build at home.
Have a Question? Say Hi!
Whether you're building your first pipe or curious about the project, we'd love to hear from you.