The set of structures that make it possible for a certain area to be cultivated with the application of the necessary water to the plants is called irrigation system or irrigation perimeter. The irrigation system consists of a series of components, although the irrigation system does not necessarily have to consist of all of them, since the set of components will depend on whether it is surface irrigation (mainly in its flood irrigation variant), sprinkling, or drip irrigation. For example, a reservoir will not be necessary if the river or stream from which the water is collected has a sufficient flow, even in the period of low water or summer.

The roofed channel that runs underground is called formwork.

The water used in gardens and crops is usually classified according to the quality of the water they present:

Irrigation systems that implement rainwater become one of the most suitable for irrigating crops, because its nitrogen concentration produces a fertilizing action.

Airdrop

Airdrop is a very innovative irrigation system based on water condensation, channeling the air through a turbine to a water tank located underground.

Along the way, the air cools and condenses before reaching the tank. Once the water is there, it is pumped to the drip irrigation system, providing water to the plant.

This project was presented at the 2011 James Dyson Awart event, winning first prize; This project is called Airdrop Irrigation System.

Both natural and man-made materials are usually incorporated. Universally, it is based, in addition to plants, on pergolas, which are spaces between gardens; They can link pavilions and make canopies at the doors of buildings, on terraces or swimming pools.