Watering Tip #5 Late Fall/ Winter Watering

Once you have turned off your irrigation system here is a great way to make sure your plants stay healthy though our high desert winter.

Winter Watering in the High Desert

Winter watering consists of a monthly soaking to the newly planted and established trees, as well as evergreens and larger shrubs during long periods of dry cold weather.

Here are a few things that, if incorporated into your gardening routine, will help your plants thrive.
Water when we have not had measurable 
precipitation for 3 to 4 weeks
* Water when the temperatures are 40° or above.   

* Use a soaker hose for long deep watering on your large shrubs and trees. 

* If possible, water between mid morning, and before 2:00 pm. This way the water can saturate into the soil before freezing.
* Trees, large shrubs, and newly planted material are the most important to water during the winter.
* Drain the hose to keep it from freezing