Are Tree Watering Bags Worth It?
When you purchase a new tree species you want to make sure you give it the best care in order to ensure its survival. To prevent the tree from going into shock and having to call a certified arborist tree service, you much be aware of what type of conditions it was grown in first. Most nurseries have the trees in small containers that are typically rootbound when removed. When a trees root system is forced to grow in a small container, the roots will become dense and hard to separate over time. When you first remove the tree from the container, make sure to shake out the roots just enough for them to release a little tension. The goal is to ensure the roots will have a head start on growing once they’ve been planted by releasing the compaction.
Nurseries also use a different type of watering system called a drip line. All day, every day, the line just slowly drips water into these containers keeping the soil moist without binge drenching them. This is another factor that could affect the health of the tree and could potentially send it into shock, leaving you with a need for tree removal in Stone Mountain. We want to make sure we are replicating the conditions as much as possible until the tree is well established and this is where the watering bags come in.
What are they?
Slow release watering bags are established around the base of your newly planted trees in Stone Mountain to provide a drip system replica. Tiny holes in the bottom of these bags allow water to consistently drip out at a slow rate replicating an expensive drip irrigation system for less than $10! These bags only need to be filled once every 5-7 days so it cuts your watering time or labor cost in half.
Cost
On the low end, these bags run about $8 a piece on Amazon.com which can add up if you have more than a dozen trees. However, if that is the case, you probably also are going to have to drag a watering can halfway across your property and back to water these suckers every day, which is an inconvenience.
Time
Time is money and saving it is always the goal. Easy installation can be done in less than a couple of minutes. With these watering bags, you’ll cut your watering time in half or less by only having to fill them up every 5-7 days. When the rain comes you could be off watering duty for up to two weeks or more!
Our verdict
At North American Tree Service, we are all about saving the trees and keeping them healthy. We think the watering bags can potentially save you time, money and your trees most of all! Proper watering schedules help the tree to grow in the fastest, most efficient way so if your not a high maintenance watering type these bags are perfect for you! If you have newly planted trees in Stone Mountain that need attention, please feel free to call us today!
