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Root Quencher® Jr

$21.98
Short Description

This compact system fits easily in tight spaces and replaces existing sprinkler heads to deliver water and nutrients directly to the roots. Ideal for plants with shallower roots like berries, small shrubs, and ornamentals, it installs at a depth of 6 inches and is compatible with all irrigation systems.

Now including all directional plugins and barbed connector!
All you need to get your watering system going.

Features and Benefits
  • Works in place of existing sprinkler heads, eliminating breakage 
  • Easily connects to existing irrigation set-ups.
  • Delivers the same amount of water as a full-sized Root Quencher but works in tighter spaces.
  • For smaller plants with shallower roots
  • Delivers water and fertilizer where needed
  • Variable water control
  • Compatible with all irrigation systems
  • Made in the USA
Best Use For

Root Quencher Junior installs at a depth of 6 inches beneath the surface. It's perfect for employing deep root watering tactics for small shrubs, bushes, and other plants that could benefit from deep watering but don't quite need the depth of the full-sized Root Quencher. Here's a list of some of the plants we love to pair Root Quencher Junior with.

  • Berries - blueberries, blackberries,  raspberries, elderberries, tomatoes, and more.
  • Flowers - roses, echinacea (coneflower), poppy, ligularia, call lilies, sunflowers, comfrey, begonias, and more.
  • Small shrubs and bushes- dwarf Oregon grapes, hydrangeas, hibiscus, aronia, dwarf boxwood, and more
  • Other ornamentals - ferns, yucca, hostas, coral bells, brunneras, yews, and more.
  • Many more plants with roots have shallower root systems. 
Need Help?

If you don't see a connector that you need, write me and I will get it for you. robert@rootquencher.com

Flow Control Valve

How to Use Your Root Quencher

Frequently Asked Questions

CAN I USE A ROOT QUENCHER® IF I DON’T HAVE A SPRINKLER SYSTEM?

IDI sells the parts to connect the RQ to a hose bib and we even sell hose bib timers, so no, you do not need a sprinkler system.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO WATER TOO MUCH THROUGH THE RQ?

Yes it is, and when setting the RQ valve, be conservative on water and set it to fi ll once during the cycle (1 gallon).
WON’T THE RQ DAMAGE EXISTING ROOTS IF I DRILL A HOLE FOR INSTALLATION?

We have not experienced any root damage to installs with existing trees and bushes, although you do want to be careful selecting an area to dig or drill.
DOES THE ROOT QUENCHER ATTRACT ROOTS AND FILL UP WITH ROOTS AND BUST IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME?

No, in fact after over 3 years of testing we have not seen any devices attract or fill with roots. However if roots started growing inside the device is easy to clean out
CAN I FERTILIZE USING THE RQ?

Yes, the RQ is designed for liquid or granular fertilizers as well as pest treatments very effectively.
CAN I USE GRANULAR FERTILIZERS IN THE RQ?

Granular fertilizers can be used in the RQ, although our testing shows that liquid fertilizers are more effective.
DO I HAVE TO DILUTE LIQUID FERTILIZERS BEFORE I POUR INTO THE RQ?

No, we recommend putting straight liquid fertilizer in the chambers and allow it to mix i n the RQ and dispense to the roots
CAN I INSTALL THE RQ IN A DRIP SYSTEM?

Yes you can, ideally to a ½ drip line directly into the valve on the RQ. Be careful to balance volume between the RQ and the rest of the system
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE RQ AND RAINBIRD’S RWS?

The RWS has several different sizes available and you have to know the soil conditions and tree needs before buying. Also there is no way to increase or decrease water volume in the RWS and no practical way to fertilize in their device. With the Root Quencher you can adjust the flow, the depth of the device and mix fertilizer in the chamber. One size fits all needs
HOW DOES THE RQ DIFFER FROM THE TREE GATOR?

The Tree Gator is a bag that is placed around the tree trunk filled with water that seeps into the ground to water. The RQ waters in the ground at the roots.

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