It's Necessary to Water New Plants Well in the Fall

Water and water well! Fall is the best time to plant, but it's also our driest season in Middle TN!

Plants in pots typically require watering every other day or more frequently. You can check by sticking your finger about an inch into the soil of the pot- if it is dry, it is time to water. Mums, which are so popular at this time of the year, will most likely need to be watered every day.

All newly planted plants (those planted within the last year) require deep watering every 3-4 days during the fall, when we aren't receiving adequate rainfall.

For trees and shrubs, "deep watering" means setting a hose at the base of the plant on a slow stream of water for approximately 20 minutes every 3-4 days. A very slow stream of water is important so it slowly soaks down into the plant's roots and doesn't gush away from the plant.

Early morning is the best time to water, followed by evening. Watering in the middle of the day allows the sunlight to absorb some of the water you're using.

Tree gators, drip rings, and several types of water bags are available here at the nursery and are perfect for trees you can't water that often. Ask us specific questions by giving us a call or stopping by.