When watering by hand, attention should be given to the type of device used to apply the water. If the water is applied at too high a rate, the force of the water will displace mulches, soil and expose roots. All equipment used to direct water into the watering basin should have a flow-control device that will break the impact of the water so that it will flow gently into the basin.
Water should not be applied to where runoff will occur. If the plant is newly planted, too much water can erode the watering basin and allow water to escape before it can soak down into the soil. If this occurs, the basin should be repaired before the next watering.
WATERING TABLE (662.03-1)
|
Shrubs |
12 - 36 inches (300 - 900 mm), height |
4 gallons (15 L) |
|
Shrubs |
36 in - 5 feet (900 mm - 1.5 m), height |
7 gallons (25 L) |
|
Trees |
5 - 8 feet (1.5 - 2.5 m), height |
15 gallons (55 L) |
|
Trees |
2 - 3 inches (50 - 75 mm), caliper |
25 gallons (95 L)) |
|
Trees |
3 - 4 inches (75 - 100 mm), caliper |
30 gallons (115L) |
|
Trees |
Greater than 4 inches (100 mm), caliper |
35 gallons (115 L) |
WATER-RELATED STRESS SYMPTOMS
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Symptoms |
Soil Condition |
Problem |
Action to be Taken |
|
Leaves are slightly dropping. Soft, hazy-green color. |
Dry |
Lack of water |
Apply water as soon as possible. |
|
Leaves are dropped and wrinkled. |
Dry |
Severe lack of water |
Apply water immediately |
|
Leaves are dropping, brown and falling from the plant. |
Very dry, look for cracking. |
Severe lack of water |
Water immediately. Plant is near shedding leaves is to compensate for lack of water. |
|
Leaves are brown along margins but not drooping. Some leaves are falling from the tree. |
Wet |
Over-watering |
Stop watering. Allow soil to dry |
1. Document watering method
2. Determine gallons of water used for payment (weigh slips or measure tank)