Difference Between a Flat & Round Soaker Hose

A soaker hose is a special type of garden hose designed to emit small amounts of water at a time, useful for getting water to the roots of plants requiring attention. While both flat and round soaker hoses serve this purpose, flat ones have holes on just one side, while the round ones have holes throughout.

Flat Soaker Hose

A flat soaker hose has holes on only one side, so the water goes exactly where you want it to: down into the ground. It can't roll out of alignment when on the ground the way round hoses can. This hose's naturally flat shape makes it suitable for burying under up to 3 inches of mulch; burying it in soil is not recommended as the weight of the soil may weigh the hose down a bit too much. The flat shape also makes it simple to snake under existing plant growth. These are often made of a nylon-coated mesh material.

Round Soaker Hose

A round soaker hose is sometimes called a "weeping" hose, as it has tiny holes all around for water distribution. It also can be buried under mulch or even a bit of soil. Round soaker hoses are typically made of rubber or vinyl, and some models are more durable than flat soaker hoses.

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