Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?

You can use either. The numeric ID is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to errors during processing.

Does this category require specific attributes like size or color?

No. Attributes such as size, gender, or age_group are typically required for apparel, not for irrigation equipment.

Can I use product_type to replace the google_product_category?

No. The product_type attribute is for your internal classification and does not replace the mandatory or optional Google taxonomy mapping.

Google product category

Watering & Irrigation

Category ID3568

Full path for the feedHome & Garden > Lawn & Garden > Watering & Irrigation

All deeper subcategories

Garden Hose Fittings & Valves4718
Garden Hose Spray Nozzles4201
Garden Hoses2313
Sprinkler Accessories· 23780
- Sprinkler Controls1302
- Sprinkler Valves3491
Sprinklers & Sprinkler Heads7561
Watering Can Accesssories505814
Watering Cans6318
Watering Globes & Spikes230912

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Rain Bird Underground Automatic Sprinkler System Kit
Rain Bird Landscape & Garden Drip Irrigation Watering Kit
Gardener's Supply Company Garden Row Snip-n-Drip Soaker System
DIG Drip and Micro Sprinkler Kit
Aiper IrriSense Smart Sprinkler & Irrigation System
Proven Winners WaterWise Drip Irrigation System
Thirsty Earth Olla Watering Kit
B-hyve Smart Shrub & Flower Bed Drip Kit
Orbit Garden Box Drip Irrigation Watering Kit
Orbit Medium Area All-In-One Sprinkler Kit
Sumi Soaker Max Irrigation System Kits
Drip Depot Deluxe Drip Irrigation and Microsprinkler Kit
RAINPOINT Solar Irrigation System

Understanding the Watering & Irrigation Category

The Watering & Irrigation category, identified by the Google product taxonomy ID 3568, encompasses equipment designed for the delivery of water to landscapes, gardens, and potted plants. This category is positioned within the path Home & Garden > Lawn & Garden > Watering & Irrigation.

What Belongs in This Category

This category is intended for products that facilitate managed watering tasks. Based on examples from the US market, this includes professional underground automatic sprinkler system kits, drip irrigation watering kits for landscaping, and specialized soaker systems for garden rows. It also contains modern smart irrigation systems that control water flow, micro-sprinkler kits for precision watering, and various Olla watering kits designed for moisture control in flower beds.

What Belongs Elsewhere

Products that do not fit here should be categorized in neighbouring segments. For instance, general gardening tools like shovels or decorative garden accessories belong in Gardening. Heavy machinery used for lawn maintenance, such as lawn mowers or blowers, must be placed in Outdoor Power Equipment. Accessories for power tools or snow removal equipment belong in their respective dedicated categories, such as Outdoor Power Equipment Accessories or Snow Removal.

Choosing a Subcategory

Always aim for the most granular classification available. You should choose a specific subcategory like Garden Hoses, Watering Cans, or Sprinkler Accessories if your product exclusively serves those functions, as this helps Google better understand your inventory.

Implementation in Your Feed

To classify your products, use either the numeric ID 3568 or the full path Home & Garden > Lawn & Garden > Watering & Irrigation. Remember that this attribute is optional but highly recommended to ensure accurate categorization, as Google's automated assignment may be less precise than your own manual selection.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?: You can use either. The numeric ID is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to errors during processing.
Does this category require specific attributes like size or color?: No. Attributes such as size, gender, or age_group are typically required for apparel, not for irrigation equipment.
Can I use product_type to replace the google_product_category?: No. The product_type attribute is for your internal classification and does not replace the mandatory or optional Google taxonomy mapping.

This category in other languages

ru: Дом и сад > Товары для газонов и садовых участков > Оросительные системы
uk: Дім та сад > Товари для газонів та садових ділянок > Зрошувальні системи