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Reduce Your Watering Frequency

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Compared to conventional methods, a Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag can reduce your watering frequency to just one application every 5 to 7 days.

 

TREEGATOR®
ORIGINAL
TRUNK
DIAMETER
WATER CAPACITY
(per single bag)
RECOMMENDED
FILLS PER WEEK
Treegator® Original Single Bag
Single Bag Setup 		1 to 2 inch
(2.54 to 5.08 cm)		 15 Gallons
(56.78 liters)		 1 Fill
Per Week
Up to 3 inch
(5.08 to 7.62 cm)		 14.75 to 14.25 Gallons
(55.84 to 53.94 liters)		 2 Fills
Per Week
Treegator® Original Double Bag Setup
Double Bag Setup 		Up to 5 inch
(10.16 to 12.70 cm)		 23.5 Gallons
(88.95 liters)		 1 Fill
Per Week
Up to 8 inch
(12.70 to 20.32 cm)		 22.75 to 21.5 Gallons
(86.11 to 81.38 liters)		 2 Fills
Per Week

 

*When determining the appropriate watering frequency, various factors such as tree and soil type, weather conditions, etc., should be considered. Please note that these recommendations are only a guide and may not guarantee proper watering for your tree.

Treegator Original Water Cutaway Drawing

Deep Water Saturation

A single Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag typically delivers enough deep water saturation within the soil profile to support a newly planted tree with a trunk diameter of 1 to 2 inches for up to 7 days.

Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag

Commonly Asked Questions

How long does it take for a Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag to empty?

A Treegator® Original Bag typically empties in approximately 5 to 9 hours.*

(*Water release times may vary based on factors such as soil type, weather conditions, tree species, and trunk size. In some cases, a single bag may take anywhere from 5 to 24 hours to fully empty.)

Why doesn't it take longer for a Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag to empty?

When watering, the goal is to water as deeply as possible — not as slowly or as long as possible. While slow watering helps moisture penetrate the soil, watering too slowly can lead to excessive evaporation before the water reaches the root zone.

Treegator® Bags are engineered to deliver deep water saturation with no run-off in the shortest amount of time necessary. This ensures more efficient and effective watering compared to conventional methods — saving you time while promoting healthier root development.

Why doesn't a Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag need to be filled every day?

A Treegator® Original Slow-Release Watering Bag delivers water deep below the soil surface with no run-off — every time. This creates a high concentration of moisture throughout the soil profile, allowing your new tree to draw from it for several days. Additionally, allowing the soil to begin drying out between waterings encourages deep root growth. Overwatering or poor drainage can reduce oxygen availability to the root system and may harm the tree.