How to Properly and Effectively Water Your Trees
The assumption that rain will provide the necessary irrigation needs for your trees to survive and thrive is false. As a homeowner or business owner, watering your trees can change the longevity of your tree when climatic conditions such as droughts, or wet seasons come about. Watering Newly Planted Trees Requirements Watering newly planted tree’s requirements are based on the irrigation needs of the tree. Like us, trees evolve and grow over time, and so do their irrigation needs. The irrigation needs of a tree are based on age, the signs a tree needs watering, the time of year, and the weather conditions. Varying Ages Newly planted trees are reliant on homeowners to properly irrigate in the root ball area. The root ball area is located directly below the trunk. Due to their lack of an extensive root system, watering newly planted trees should be done regularly for close to two years after the initial planting. It is no surprise that mature trees have a developed root system....