The kit contains drip tubing, emitters suited for shrubs/trees, connectors, stakes, and a battery-operated or electric timer that controls when watering occurs. The timer helps avoid overwatering and schedules watering at optimal times (e.g. early morning). Ideal for curves, landscaped borders, or areas where you don’t want to drag hoses. Tubing is durable plastic (UV stable), emitters are pressure-regulated so that flow is consistent. Installation is moderate: requires setting up timer, mapping layout, running tubing/emitters.