How to properly water an apple tree and other fruit trees in spring: how much water is needed
When watering fruit trees, you need to take into account the type of soil in the garden.
If it is heavy, it will retain moisture better, which means that on clay and black soils, watering can be up to 2 times a month in the summer, and once in the spring and autumn.
If we are talking about light sandy soils, then the number of procedures should be doubled.
It is important to understand the age of the plant when watering.
If the tree is a year old, then you will have to spend up to 20 liters of water on it at a time.
If the seedling is 2-3 years old, then you need to count on 60 liters. A 4-5-year-old tree - 60-100 liters, and if the plant is about 6-7 years old, then you need to spend up to 140 liters. An adult 10-year-old fruit tree will require from 120 to 200 liters.
Stone fruit trees are less moisture-loving than apple and pear trees. Therefore, the amount of water for them can be reduced almost by half.
It is important to understand when to water trees.
When the soil dries to a depth of 20 centimeters, you can start watering. The procedure should be carried out early in the morning, or in the evening.
You shouldn't use cold water when watering, the roots will suffer. It is desirable that its temperature be 16-20 degrees.
