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Calculated Shard: 17 (from laksa024)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa017.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/how-to/watering-guide/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/how-to/watering-guide/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/how-to\/watering-guide\/","crawl_time":1775780389,"first_indexed_time":1651123179,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,summerwindsnursery!www,\/az\/inspire\/how-to\/watering-guide\/ s443","src_root_hash":"650826078259040017","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"New Plant Watering Guides | Arizona SummerWinds Nursery","meta_descriptions":["Let us help you give your new plants the start they need to develop strong roots that will help withstand the Valley's hot summer temperatures. Our New Plant Watering Guides will help ensure they're growing success!"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Make sure your plants are ready for hot temperatures.\nClick here,\nfor smart strategies to help your plants build strong roots, conserve water, and survive extreme heat in the desert climate.\nOur Watering Guides for New Plants\nDid you know that plants that are taken home and not planted right away should be kept in the shade and watered daily—or more often, as needed based on the size of the plant?  In fact, the thin containers that plants are sold in are designed for temporary use and are not designed to help plants retain water. That means that the soil will dry out very quickly in the heat and sun. In fact, the smaller the plant, the faster it will dry out.\nTherefore, we recommend planting newly purchased plants in your garden landscape as soon as possible to help ensure their success.\nFor new, in-ground plantings, we recommend that you give the plant water according to its size at the time of planting in order to help it establish a strong root system in your garden landscape and require less watering once established.\nFor New Plantings, We Recommend:\n1 gallon plant\n– needs 1 gallon of water each watering\n5 gallon plant\n– needs 5 gallons of water each watering\n15 gallon plant\n– needs 15 gallons of water each watering\n24-inch box tree\n– needs 24 gallons of water each watering\n36-inch box tree\n– needs 36 gallons of water each watering\nTo determine how much water your current method of irriagtion provides, click the button below to access the\nLandscape Watering by the Numbers\nguide from\nWater - Use it Wisely\n.\nIrrigation Guide\nNew Summer Plantings – General Watering Guidelines:\nWeek 1 & 2\nWeek 3 & 4\nWeek 5 & 6\nWeek 7 & 8\nWeek 9 & After\nWater every 1-2 days\nWater every 3-4 days\nWater every 4-6 days\nWater every 7 days\nContinue with less frequent, deep waterings\nNew Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings – General Watering Guidelines:\nWeek 1 & 2\nWeek 3 & 4\nWeek 5 & 6\nWeek 7 & 8\nWeek 9 & After\nWater every 3-4 days\nWater every 6-7 days\nWater every 7-10 days\nWater every 10-14 days\nContinue with less frequent, deep waterings\nVariables that Impact Watering:\nAdjust watering frequency as needed for hot and windy conditions—additional water may be required.\nPlants that are 5 gal. and smaller will require more frequent watering during summer.\nDo not let the root ball dry out during the first month or so...\nDifferent types of plants have different watering needs; we can help you tweak the above schedule as needed.\nThe type of soil will impact watering frequency. Sandy soil will dry out faster. Clay soil will hold moisture longer.\nWe recommend amending your existing soil with a\nplanting mix\n, when planting. Once planted, add\nmulch\non top of the soil to help the plant retain moisture.\nThe deeper you water, the deeper the root system will grow—and the less often you will need to water once the plant is established. (It will take a couple of months for plants to get established during the summer.)\nThe location of the plant is key. The amount of\nsun\nthat the plant gets—full sun, partial shade, or full shade—will help determine the correct watering frequency.\nOther Key Watering Resources:\nPlants in Containers\nPlants planted in containers require special consideration. To learn the do's and don'ts about watering plants in containers, refer to our article,\nCommon Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.\nDrip Irrigation over Hand Watering\nDid you know that drip irrigation is much more effective\nthan hand watering and is a great way to accurately water your plants while reducing water loss through evaporation. It is also key to your plants' survival during our hot summers. Check out our article,\nAdvantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide\n, to learn more. \nTo download a copy of our New Plant Watering Guides by season, click the buttons below:\nSummer Planting Guide\nFall, Winter & Spring Planting Guide\nQuestions? 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In fact, the thin containers that plants are sold in are designed for temporary use and are not designed to help plants retain water. That means that the soil will dry out very quickly in the heat and sun. In fact, the smaller the plant, the faster it will dry out. *Therefore, we recommend planting newly purchased plants in your garden landscape as soon as possible to help ensure their success.*\n\nFor new, in-ground plantings, we recommend that you give the plant water according to its size at the time of planting in order to help it establish a strong root system in your garden landscape and require less watering once established.\n\n## ![Desert Plant Being Watered](https:\/\/www.datocms-assets.com\/33130\/1651120438-desert-plant-being-watered.jpg?w=360)For New Plantings, We Recommend:\n- ****1 gallon plant**** – needs 1 gallon of water each watering\n- **5 gallon plant** – needs 5 gallons of water each watering\n- **15 gallon plant** – needs 15 gallons of water each watering\n- **24-inch box tree** – needs 24 gallons of water each watering\n- **36-inch box tree** – needs 36 gallons of water each watering\n\nTo determine how much water your current method of irriagtion provides, click the button below to access the **Landscape Watering by the Numbers** guide from [Water - Use it Wisely](https:\/\/wateruseitwisely.com\/ \"Water - Use it Wisely\").\n\n[Irrigation Guide](https:\/\/wateruseitwisely.com\/?r3d=landscape-watering-guide-flipbook\/ \"Landscape Watering by the Numbers Guide\")\n***\n## New Summer Plantings – General Watering Guidelines:\n| **Week 1 & 2** | **Week 3 & 4** | **Week 5 & 6** | **Week 7 & 8** | **Week 9 & After** |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Water every 1-2 days | Water every 3-4 days | Water every 4-6 days | Water every 7 days | Continue with less frequent, deep waterings |\n## New Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings – General Watering Guidelines:\n| **Week 1 & 2** | **Week 3 & 4** | **Week 5 & 6** | **Week 7 & 8** | **Week 9 & After** |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Water every 3-4 days | Water every 6-7 days | Water every 7-10 days | Water every 10-14 days | Continue with less frequent, deep waterings |\n***\n## Variables that Impact Watering:\n- Adjust watering frequency as needed for hot and windy conditions—additional water may be required.\n- Plants that are 5 gal. and smaller will require more frequent watering during summer.\n- Do not let the root ball dry out during the first month or so...\n- Different types of plants have different watering needs; we can help you tweak the above schedule as needed.\n- The type of soil will impact watering frequency. Sandy soil will dry out faster. Clay soil will hold moisture longer.\n- We recommend amending your existing soil with a [planting mix](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/products\/soils-etc\/amendments\/ \"SummerWinds Nursery Organic Planting Mix\"), when planting. Once planted, add [mulch](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/blog\/making-sense-of-mulch\/ \"Making Sense of Mulch\") on top of the soil to help the plant retain moisture.\n- The deeper you water, the deeper the root system will grow—and the less often you will need to water once the plant is established. (It will take a couple of months for plants to get established during the summer.)\n- The location of the plant is key. The amount of [sun](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/blog\/guide-to-mapping-garden-sun-exposure\/ \"Mapping the Sun in Your Garden\") that the plant gets—full sun, partial shade, or full shade—will help determine the correct watering frequency.\n***\n## ![container gardening from cupertino custom creation with geraniums, bacopa, black petunias](https:\/\/www.datocms-assets.com\/33130\/1649292364-custom_container_geranium_59.jpg?w=200)Other Key Watering Resources:\n### Plants in Containers\nPlants planted in containers require special consideration. To learn the do's and don'ts about watering plants in containers, refer to our article, [*Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.*](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/blog\/how-to-water-potted-plants\/ \"Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.\")\n\n### Drip Irrigation over Hand Watering\nDid you know that drip irrigation is much more effective than hand watering and is a great way to accurately water your plants while reducing water loss through evaporation. It is also key to your plants' survival during our hot summers. Check out our article, [*Advantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide*](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/blog\/drip-system-vs-hand-watering\/ \"Advantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide\"), to learn more.\n\n**To download a copy of our New Plant Watering Guides by season, click the buttons below:**\n\n[Summer Planting Guide](https:\/\/www.datocms-assets.com\/33130\/1719602647-new-plant-watering-guide-for-summer-2024-handout.pdf \"New Plant Watering Guide PDF - Summer Plantings\")\n\n[Fall, Winter & Spring Planting Guide](https:\/\/www.datocms-assets.com\/33130\/1719615323-new-plant-watering-guide-for-fall-winter-spring-2024-handout.pdf \"New Plant Watering Guide PDF - Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings\")\n\nQuestions? 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[Click here,](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/plants\/watering\/) for smart strategies to help your plants build strong roots, conserve water, and survive extreme heat in the desert climate.\n\n![3 images - roses for sale, a new plant being watered after planting, and a tree in a box for sale](https:\/\/www.datocms-assets.com\/33130\/1650602252-watering_guide_2140_banner.jpg?w=1070)\n\n## Our Watering Guides for New Plants\nDid you know that plants that are taken home and not planted right away should be kept in the shade and watered daily—or more often, as needed based on the size of the plant? In fact, the thin containers that plants are sold in are designed for temporary use and are not designed to help plants retain water. That means that the soil will dry out very quickly in the heat and sun. In fact, the smaller the plant, the faster it will dry out. *Therefore, we recommend planting newly purchased plants in your garden landscape as soon as possible to help ensure their success.*\n\nFor new, in-ground plantings, we recommend that you give the plant water according to its size at the time of planting in order to help it establish a strong root system in your garden landscape and require less watering once established.\n\n## ![Desert Plant Being Watered](https:\/\/www.datocms-assets.com\/33130\/1651120438-desert-plant-being-watered.jpg?w=360)For New Plantings, We Recommend:\n- ****1 gallon plant**** – needs 1 gallon of water each watering\n- **5 gallon plant** – needs 5 gallons of water each watering\n- **15 gallon plant** – needs 15 gallons of water each watering\n- **24-inch box tree** – needs 24 gallons of water each watering\n- **36-inch box tree** – needs 36 gallons of water each watering\n\nTo determine how much water your current method of irriagtion provides, click the button below to access the **Landscape Watering by the Numbers** guide from [Water - Use it Wisely](https:\/\/wateruseitwisely.com\/ \"Water - Use it Wisely\").\n\n[Irrigation Guide](https:\/\/wateruseitwisely.com\/?r3d=landscape-watering-guide-flipbook\/ \"Landscape Watering by the Numbers Guide\")\n***\n## New Summer Plantings – General Watering Guidelines:\n| **Week 1 & 2** | **Week 3 & 4** | **Week 5 & 6** | **Week 7 & 8** | **Week 9 & After** |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Water every 1-2 days | Water every 3-4 days | Water every 4-6 days | Water every 7 days | Continue with less frequent, deep waterings |\n## New Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings – General Watering Guidelines:\n| **Week 1 & 2** | **Week 3 & 4** | **Week 5 & 6** | **Week 7 & 8** | **Week 9 & After** |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Water every 3-4 days | Water every 6-7 days | Water every 7-10 days | Water every 10-14 days | Continue with less frequent, deep waterings |\n***\n## Variables that Impact Watering:\n- Adjust watering frequency as needed for hot and windy conditions—additional water may be required.\n- Plants that are 5 gal. and smaller will require more frequent watering during summer.\n- Do not let the root ball dry out during the first month or so...\n- Different types of plants have different watering needs; we can help you tweak the above schedule as needed.\n- The type of soil will impact watering frequency. Sandy soil will dry out faster. Clay soil will hold moisture longer.\n- We recommend amending your existing soil with a [planting mix](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/products\/soils-etc\/amendments\/ \"SummerWinds Nursery Organic Planting Mix\"), when planting. Once planted, add [mulch](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/blog\/making-sense-of-mulch\/ \"Making Sense of Mulch\") on top of the soil to help the plant retain moisture.\n- The deeper you water, the deeper the root system will grow—and the less often you will need to water once the plant is established. (It will take a couple of months for plants to get established during the summer.)\n- The location of the plant is key. The amount of [sun](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/blog\/guide-to-mapping-garden-sun-exposure\/ \"Mapping the Sun in Your Garden\") that the plant gets—full sun, partial shade, or full shade—will help determine the correct watering frequency.\n***\n## ![container gardening from cupertino custom creation with geraniums, bacopa, black petunias](https:\/\/www.datocms-assets.com\/33130\/1649292364-custom_container_geranium_59.jpg?w=200)Other Key Watering Resources:\n### Plants in Containers\nPlants planted in containers require special consideration. To learn the do's and don'ts about watering plants in containers, refer to our article, [*Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.*](https:\/\/www.summerwindsnursery.com\/az\/inspire\/blog\/how-to-water-potted-plants\/ \"Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.\")\n\n### Drip Irrigation over Hand Watering\nDid you know that drip irrigation is much more effective than hand watering and is a great way to accurately water your plants while reducing water loss through evaporation. It is also key to your plants' survival during our hot summers. 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Boilerpipe Text	Make sure your plants are ready for hot temperatures. Click here, for smart strategies to help your plants build strong roots, conserve water, and survive extreme heat in the desert climate. Our Watering Guides for New Plants Did you know that plants that are taken home and not planted right away should be kept in the shade and watered daily—or more often, as needed based on the size of the plant? In fact, the thin containers that plants are sold in are designed for temporary use and are not designed to help plants retain water. That means that the soil will dry out very quickly in the heat and sun. In fact, the smaller the plant, the faster it will dry out. Therefore, we recommend planting newly purchased plants in your garden landscape as soon as possible to help ensure their success. For new, in-ground plantings, we recommend that you give the plant water according to its size at the time of planting in order to help it establish a strong root system in your garden landscape and require less watering once established. For New Plantings, We Recommend: 1 gallon plant – needs 1 gallon of water each watering 5 gallon plant – needs 5 gallons of water each watering 15 gallon plant – needs 15 gallons of water each watering 24-inch box tree – needs 24 gallons of water each watering 36-inch box tree – needs 36 gallons of water each watering To determine how much water your current method of irriagtion provides, click the button below to access the Landscape Watering by the Numbers guide from Water - Use it Wisely . Irrigation Guide New Summer Plantings – General Watering Guidelines: Week 1 & 2 Week 3 & 4 Week 5 & 6 Week 7 & 8 Week 9 & After Water every 1-2 days Water every 3-4 days Water every 4-6 days Water every 7 days Continue with less frequent, deep waterings New Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings – General Watering Guidelines: Week 1 & 2 Week 3 & 4 Week 5 & 6 Week 7 & 8 Week 9 & After Water every 3-4 days Water every 6-7 days Water every 7-10 days Water every 10-14 days Continue with less frequent, deep waterings Variables that Impact Watering: Adjust watering frequency as needed for hot and windy conditions—additional water may be required. Plants that are 5 gal. and smaller will require more frequent watering during summer. Do not let the root ball dry out during the first month or so... Different types of plants have different watering needs; we can help you tweak the above schedule as needed. The type of soil will impact watering frequency. Sandy soil will dry out faster. Clay soil will hold moisture longer. We recommend amending your existing soil with a planting mix , when planting. Once planted, add mulch on top of the soil to help the plant retain moisture. The deeper you water, the deeper the root system will grow—and the less often you will need to water once the plant is established. (It will take a couple of months for plants to get established during the summer.) The location of the plant is key. The amount of sun that the plant gets—full sun, partial shade, or full shade—will help determine the correct watering frequency. Other Key Watering Resources: Plants in Containers Plants planted in containers require special consideration. To learn the do's and don'ts about watering plants in containers, refer to our article, Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers. Drip Irrigation over Hand Watering Did you know that drip irrigation is much more effective than hand watering and is a great way to accurately water your plants while reducing water loss through evaporation. It is also key to your plants' survival during our hot summers. Check out our article, Advantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide , to learn more. To download a copy of our New Plant Watering Guides by season, click the buttons below: Summer Planting Guide Fall, Winter & Spring Planting Guide Questions? Speak with one of our Trusted Garden Advisors, or visit your favorite local SummerWinds Nursery location. At SummerWinds, We Guarantee Success!
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In fact, the thin containers that plants are sold in are designed for temporary use and are not designed to help plants retain water. That means that the soil will dry out very quickly in the heat and sun. In fact, the smaller the plant, the faster it will dry out. Therefore, we recommend planting newly purchased plants in your garden landscape as soon as possible to help ensure their success. For new, in-ground plantings, we recommend that you give the plant water according to its size at the time of planting in order to help it establish a strong root system in your garden landscape and require less watering once established. ## ![Desert Plant Being Watered](https://www.datocms-assets.com/33130/1651120438-desert-plant-being-watered.jpg?w=360)For New Plantings, We Recommend: - **1 gallon plant – needs 1 gallon of water each watering - 5 gallon plant – needs 5 gallons of water each watering - 15 gallon plant – needs 15 gallons of water each watering - 24-inch box tree – needs 24 gallons of water each watering - 36-inch box tree – needs 36 gallons of water each watering To determine how much water your current method of irriagtion provides, click the button below to access the Landscape Watering by the Numbers guide from [Water - Use it Wisely](https://wateruseitwisely.com/ "Water - Use it Wisely"). [Irrigation Guide](https://wateruseitwisely.com/?r3d=landscape-watering-guide-flipbook/ "Landscape Watering by the Numbers Guide") * ## New Summer Plantings – General Watering Guidelines: \| Week 1 & 2 \| Week 3 & 4 \| Week 5 & 6 \| Week 7 & 8 \| Week 9 & After \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Water every 1-2 days \| Water every 3-4 days \| Water every 4-6 days \| Water every 7 days \| Continue with less frequent, deep waterings \| ## New Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings – General Watering Guidelines: \| Week 1 & 2 \| Week 3 & 4 \| Week 5 & 6 \| Week 7 & 8 \| Week 9 & After \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Water every 3-4 days \| Water every 6-7 days \| Water every 7-10 days \| Water every 10-14 days \| Continue with less frequent, deep waterings \| * ## Variables that Impact Watering: - Adjust watering frequency as needed for hot and windy conditions—additional water may be required. - Plants that are 5 gal. and smaller will require more frequent watering during summer. - Do not let the root ball dry out during the first month or so... - Different types of plants have different watering needs; we can help you tweak the above schedule as needed. - The type of soil will impact watering frequency. Sandy soil will dry out faster. Clay soil will hold moisture longer. - We recommend amending your existing soil with a [planting mix](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/products/soils-etc/amendments/ "SummerWinds Nursery Organic Planting Mix"), when planting. Once planted, add [mulch](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/making-sense-of-mulch/ "Making Sense of Mulch") on top of the soil to help the plant retain moisture. - The deeper you water, the deeper the root system will grow—and the less often you will need to water once the plant is established. (It will take a couple of months for plants to get established during the summer.) - The location of the plant is key. The amount of [sun](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/guide-to-mapping-garden-sun-exposure/ "Mapping the Sun in Your Garden") that the plant gets—full sun, partial shade, or full shade—will help determine the correct watering frequency. * ## ![container gardening from cupertino custom creation with geraniums, bacopa, black petunias](https://www.datocms-assets.com/33130/1649292364-custom_container_geranium_59.jpg?w=200)Other Key Watering Resources: ### Plants in Containers Plants planted in containers require special consideration. To learn the do's and don'ts about watering plants in containers, refer to our article, [Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/how-to-water-potted-plants/ "Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.") ### Drip Irrigation over Hand Watering Did you know that drip irrigation is much more effective than hand watering and is a great way to accurately water your plants while reducing water loss through evaporation. It is also key to your plants' survival during our hot summers. Check out our article, [Advantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/drip-system-vs-hand-watering/ "Advantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide"), to learn more. 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Readable Markdown	Make sure your plants are ready for hot temperatures. [Click here,](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/plants/watering/) for smart strategies to help your plants build strong roots, conserve water, and survive extreme heat in the desert climate. ![3 images - roses for sale, a new plant being watered after planting, and a tree in a box for sale](https://www.datocms-assets.com/33130/1650602252-watering_guide_2140_banner.jpg?w=1070) ## Our Watering Guides for New Plants Did you know that plants that are taken home and not planted right away should be kept in the shade and watered daily—or more often, as needed based on the size of the plant? In fact, the thin containers that plants are sold in are designed for temporary use and are not designed to help plants retain water. That means that the soil will dry out very quickly in the heat and sun. In fact, the smaller the plant, the faster it will dry out. Therefore, we recommend planting newly purchased plants in your garden landscape as soon as possible to help ensure their success. For new, in-ground plantings, we recommend that you give the plant water according to its size at the time of planting in order to help it establish a strong root system in your garden landscape and require less watering once established. ## ![Desert Plant Being Watered](https://www.datocms-assets.com/33130/1651120438-desert-plant-being-watered.jpg?w=360)For New Plantings, We Recommend: - **1 gallon plant – needs 1 gallon of water each watering - 5 gallon plant – needs 5 gallons of water each watering - 15 gallon plant – needs 15 gallons of water each watering - 24-inch box tree – needs 24 gallons of water each watering - 36-inch box tree – needs 36 gallons of water each watering To determine how much water your current method of irriagtion provides, click the button below to access the Landscape Watering by the Numbers guide from [Water - Use it Wisely](https://wateruseitwisely.com/ "Water - Use it Wisely"). [Irrigation Guide](https://wateruseitwisely.com/?r3d=landscape-watering-guide-flipbook/ "Landscape Watering by the Numbers Guide") * ## New Summer Plantings – General Watering Guidelines: \| Week 1 & 2 \| Week 3 & 4 \| Week 5 & 6 \| Week 7 & 8 \| Week 9 & After \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Water every 1-2 days \| Water every 3-4 days \| Water every 4-6 days \| Water every 7 days \| Continue with less frequent, deep waterings \| ## New Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings – General Watering Guidelines: \| Week 1 & 2 \| Week 3 & 4 \| Week 5 & 6 \| Week 7 & 8 \| Week 9 & After \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Water every 3-4 days \| Water every 6-7 days \| Water every 7-10 days \| Water every 10-14 days \| Continue with less frequent, deep waterings \| * ## Variables that Impact Watering: - Adjust watering frequency as needed for hot and windy conditions—additional water may be required. - Plants that are 5 gal. and smaller will require more frequent watering during summer. - Do not let the root ball dry out during the first month or so... - Different types of plants have different watering needs; we can help you tweak the above schedule as needed. - The type of soil will impact watering frequency. Sandy soil will dry out faster. Clay soil will hold moisture longer. - We recommend amending your existing soil with a [planting mix](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/products/soils-etc/amendments/ "SummerWinds Nursery Organic Planting Mix"), when planting. Once planted, add [mulch](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/making-sense-of-mulch/ "Making Sense of Mulch") on top of the soil to help the plant retain moisture. - The deeper you water, the deeper the root system will grow—and the less often you will need to water once the plant is established. (It will take a couple of months for plants to get established during the summer.) - The location of the plant is key. The amount of [sun](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/guide-to-mapping-garden-sun-exposure/ "Mapping the Sun in Your Garden") that the plant gets—full sun, partial shade, or full shade—will help determine the correct watering frequency. * ## ![container gardening from cupertino custom creation with geraniums, bacopa, black petunias](https://www.datocms-assets.com/33130/1649292364-custom_container_geranium_59.jpg?w=200)Other Key Watering Resources: ### Plants in Containers Plants planted in containers require special consideration. To learn the do's and don'ts about watering plants in containers, refer to our article, [Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/how-to-water-potted-plants/ "Common Misconceptions About Watering Plants in Containers.") ### Drip Irrigation over Hand Watering Did you know that drip irrigation is much more effective than hand watering and is a great way to accurately water your plants while reducing water loss through evaporation. It is also key to your plants' survival during our hot summers. Check out our article, [Advantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/inspire/blog/drip-system-vs-hand-watering/ "Advantages of Drip Irrigation Over Hand Watering: A Gardener's Guide"), to learn more. To download a copy of our New Plant Watering Guides by season, click the buttons below: [Summer Planting Guide](https://www.datocms-assets.com/33130/1719602647-new-plant-watering-guide-for-summer-2024-handout.pdf "New Plant Watering Guide PDF - Summer Plantings") [Fall, Winter & Spring Planting Guide](https://www.datocms-assets.com/33130/1719615323-new-plant-watering-guide-for-fall-winter-spring-2024-handout.pdf "New Plant Watering Guide PDF - Fall, Winter & Spring Plantings") Questions? Speak with one of our Trusted Garden Advisors, or visit your favorite local [SummerWinds Nursery](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/locations/ "SummerWinds Nursery Arizona locations") location. [At SummerWinds, We Guarantee Success\!](https://www.summerwindsnursery.com/az/services/ "Our Services & Plant Guarantee")
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