Watering Tips
Nursery Stock Watering Tips
| The roots of newly planted trees must not dry out completely. This is especially the case during the | |||||||||
| first growing season, since such stress may kill the tree. Here are some helpful tips on how to water your | |||||||||
| newly planted trees. | |||||||||
| HOW | |||||||||
| 1. | Remove the nozzle from your hose and place it approximately six inches from the trunk. | ||||||||
| 2. | Apply a small stream of water (1/2″) to soak the ground for 15 minutes depending on tree size. | ||||||||
| 3. | Evergreens 4′ to 6′ height | 15 minutes | |||||||
| Evergreens 7′ to 10′ height | 30 minutes | ||||||||
| Deciduous (leaf Trees) | |||||||||
| 1″ to 2 1/2″ caliper | 15 minutes | ||||||||
| 2 1/2″ to 4″ caliper | 30 minutes | ||||||||
| 4. | Use the wire test to make sure you are watering adequately (this should be done before | ||||||||
| you water.) | |||||||||
| – | Cut a coat hanger and straighten to a length of 12″. | ||||||||
| – | Push wire into the soil approximately 6- 12″ from base of tree. | ||||||||
| – | Remove the wire. | ||||||||
| If the wire is clear or dusty | Water the tree | ||||||||
| If the wire comes out muddy | The soil is too wet | ||||||||
| If the wire will not penetrate | Water immediately | ||||||||
| If the wire comes out moist with a small amount of soil clinging to it | |||||||||
| The soil is properly watered. | |||||||||
| WHEN | |||||||||
| As a quick reference (under normal conditions): | |||||||||
| Water once a week from Mid April to Mid September | |||||||||