1. Plan first — Don't purchase a pump until you've measured your exact pressure and flow needs. You need a pump that meets both requirements simultaneously

2. Read labels carefully — Pump labels can be misleading. A pump advertised as "20 GPM, 55 PSI" often refers to one or the other, not both at the same time. Make sure your pump can meet both pressure and flow requirements at the same time

3. Get the right pump type — Look for a "High Pressure Pump." Irrigation or sprinkler pumps are typically designed for a single garden hose sprinkler and are not suitable for in-ground irrigation systems or Irrigreen sprinklers

Once you have your measurements, you can choose between a constant pressure pump or a pressure regulating valve:

• Constant pressure pump — Consistent pressure, energy savings, wider spray coverage, easy on/off control

• Pressure regulating valve — Maintains a set pressure, prevents over-pressurizing, more affordable

Make sure whichever option you choose meets Irrigreen's system requirements. A minimum 100 Mesh (150 micron) filter is required for well or canal water. Any damage caused by secondary water may not be covered under Irrigreen's warranty.

TIP: Wire a solenoid valve to your filter and schedule it as a valve zone to create a self-flushing filter, saving you from having to clean it manually.