Can you water a large tree?

Many people wonder if it is feasible to water a large landscape tree. In short, the answer is YES, and during our Seattle heat wave arborists are still planting, pruning, and watering trees. Some of the principals to consider when watering trees including big trees are:

• Water slowly to limit runoff and allow deep penetration.
• The root system of large trees can extend up to 1.5 times the height of a tree.
• Mulching can improve retention of moisture during hot weather. See previous mulching posts.
• Water early or late, not during the hottest parts of the day.

If in need of an assessment of your trees due to our abnormal Seattle weather, give us a call.