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Soaking
the area around the tree or shrub helps the plant develop a healthy
extensive root system. This means watering around the tree's drip-line
(an imaginary line extending from the outermost branch tips straight
down to the ground), rather than just around the trunk. |
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Slow
saturation of the area is the best method of watering. |
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During
drought conditions, the soil may at first repel the water. Water lightly
several times a day for the first day until the soil will accept the
water. Then saturate the total area, applying sufficient water so
that the soil is quite moist to a depth of at least 30 cm (12 inches).
Fiber roots that are responsible for up take of nutrients are located
in the top 30-40 cm (12-16 inches) of soil. |
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Don't
create a constantly soggy condition under any tree because tree roots
require oxygen in order to survive. The best way to water a tree is
to apply a generous amount of water in one application, rather than
providing a number of light waterings. Once you have saturated the
area, let it dry for at least a week before watering again. |
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A
newly planted tree should be watered once a week during drought conditions
and half as often during normal conditions. Organic wood mulch will
help to keep the root zone cool and retain water. |
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The
best time of day for watering a tree is early morning or evening |
