The Davey Guide to Plant Health Care

The Davey Guide: I. The Basics; II. Plant Health Care

a. Spring Checklist

b. Summer Checklist

c. Fall Checklist

d. Winter Checklist; III. Planting

a. Right Tree / Place

b. Your Growing Zone

c. 10-Year Tree Growth

d. Step-by-Step Guide; IV. Fertilize; V. Prune; VI. Mulch; VII. Water; VIII. Insect / Disease; IX. Tree Stories

Water

Watering trees is critical, particularly with younger, less established trees.

Most of a tree’s active roots are within the top 18 inches of soil, so watering is critical, particularly with younger, less established trees. Coiling a drip hose underneath the dripline of the tree (width of the tree’s canopy) and letting it run for several hours is a good option.

Young trees may require as much as 2 inches of rainfall per week to grow healthy and strong. Monitor your trees during hot summer months or times of drought to ensure your trees are getting the water they need to thrive.

Check out these tips on how to help your trees recover from drought.

Less is more!
Less frequent, deep watering is best. Avoid shallow, frequent watering.

Too much water can present an equally dangerous situation for your trees. Visit www.davey.com/weather for more information.