Frequently Asked Questions

  • Deep Green is an intelligent landscape system that combines root-zone irrigation with real-time sensing and automated control. It delivers healthy green spaces while using significantly less water.

  • Most smart controllers adjust watering schedules based on weather and assumptions. Deep Green measures actual conditions in the soil and verifies performance — then adjusts automatically.

    This is closed-loop control, not predictive scheduling.

  • Landscape IQ is the brain of the system. It monitors soil conditions, system performance, and water usage, then makes real-time decisions to optimize your landscape.

  • DGSD (Deep Green Subsurface Drip) is the delivery system. It applies water directly at the root zone below the surface for maximum efficiency and healthier turf.

  • Most systems achieve 40–70% water reduction, depending on site conditions, soil type, and prior irrigation performance.

  • In most cases, lawns perform better. Root-zone delivery promotes deeper roots, more consistent hydration, and reduced surface stress.

  • Depending on your project and its specific features, Deep Green systems typically range from comparable to modestly higher upfront cost than traditional irrigation. Over time, water savings and reduced maintenance help offset that difference. In some cases, available rebates or incentives can make the effective cost equal to—or even lower than—a traditional system.

  • Yes. Water savings, reduced maintenance, and improved system longevity contribute to long-term value.

  • For some properties, xeriscape can be the right solution—especially when thoughtfully designed and professionally installed. But for many homeowners, it means giving up something important: green space that feels alive, usable, and inviting. Deep Green offers another path—so you can keep the lawn you love and care for it responsibly.

  • The system continuously monitors underground conditions. If performance changes, it can detect issues early and alert for service before visible damage occurs.

  • Both. Deep Green can be installed as part of a new landscape or integrated into an existing irrigation system, depending on your property and goals.

  • DGSD is professionally installed below the surface. Once installed, the system operates invisibly with minimal disruption to your landscape.

  • No. The system is designed to run automatically. It adjusts in real time based on actual conditions.

  • Yes. You have access to system controls and can make adjustments if needed, but most users rely on full automation.

  • Less than traditional systems. Subsurface delivery reduces exposure to damage, and the system monitors itself continuously.

  • Deep Green is supported by Deschutes Backflow & Irrigation — a full-service irrigation company with over 12 years of experience in Central Oregon.

  • That’s exactly where Deep Green performs best — maximizing efficiency while preserving green space.