Yes, for most young trees. A watering bag releases water slowly at the base, so it soaks toward the roots instead of running off, and it keeps a new tree on the steady weekly deep watering it needs.

Why does slow watering help a newly planted tree?

Because water poured quickly tends to run off or wet only the top few inches, while the root zone usually sits 12 to 18 inches down. Applied slowly, about 10 gallons per inch of trunk diameter can soak into that root zone.

How often should a watering bag be filled?

About once a week for most new plantings, and more often in sandy soil, where water drains quickly. On a 1 to 2 inch trunk, the Treegator Original Slow Release Watering Bag is refilled once a week, and on a 2 to 3 inch trunk, twice.

When is a watering bag not the right fit?

On trees outside the bag's size range. The Treegator fits trunks of 1 to 8 inches with branches starting at least 25 inches above the ground.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much water does one bag hold?

About 15 gallons in a single Treegator, while the Dew Right Tree Watering Bag drips up to 20 gallons directly to the roots.

Do watering bags need tools to install?

No. The Treegator is installed and filled in under 5 minutes with no tools.

How can the soil be checked before refilling?

By feeling the top few inches. Dry soil there means the tree needs water.

Should watering continue in fall?

Yes. Watering continues until the ground freezes whenever the top few inches of soil are dry.