Tree Watering Tips
Proper Tree Watering

Shown below are some essential facts about caring for a new tree and how a Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag can help meet all your tree watering needs.

Trees Need Deep Watering
Newly planted or transplanted trees require deep, consistent watering to recover from stress and establish strong roots.
Deep watering encourages roots to grow downward, promoting stability and reducing transplant shock. Experts recommend applying water slowly and evenly to ensure it penetrates deep into the soil.
A Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag provides a simple and effective solution by delivering water gradually over time, ensuring thorough soil saturation with every use.

Trees Need Lots of Water
While there is no universal watering amount for all new trees, general guidelines can help.
A common recommendation is 10 gallons of water per week for every inch of trunk diameter. For instance, a tree with a 2-inch trunk would need about 20 gallons weekly.
Light watering with a sprinkler or hose is often ineffective, as much of the water is lost to runoff or evaporation. Shallow watering can also encourage surface roots, weakening root stability.
A Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag offers an efficient solution, delivering a high volume of water in one controlled application.

Trees Need Time to Establish
Transplanted trees require time to rebuild their root systems, typically one year per inch of trunk diameter.
For instance, a tree with a 3-inch trunk may take three years to fully establish.
During this phase, trees are especially vulnerable to drought and other weather stress due to transplant shock and root loss.
A Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag is built to last, delivering efficient, reliable watering season after season to support healthy root development and long-term tree growth.