Watering Newly Planted Trees

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Publication Year

2025

Brief Description

A guide on how to properly water newly planted trees.

Topics

Data and Tools, Education, Land Management, Trees

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Once you plant your tree(s), you will need to water for two growing seasons to help with the establishment period to set your trees up for success. It is crucial during warmer months, March-October in Texas, to continue to water your tree(s). Deep infrequent watering is better than frequent low-volume watering. This more accurately mimics precipitation patterns, ensures that all parts of the root system – and beyond, to where we want the roots to grow – receive water, and is less conducive to fungal growth.