Because proper hydration will determine the fruit's proper development. So, if you want to savor sweet apples and lemons with their perfect acidity, pay attention to this post, as we'll help you learn. how to water fruit trees.
The first thing to know is that for young trees, watering should be abundant, but as the tree becomes established and well developed, it is possible to reduce watering.
Irrigation frequency
If what you are looking for is a strict rule, then I must tell you that it is time to renounce it as there are multiple factors that intervene in irrigation and to which you must pay attention to know when to water fruit trees.
The best thing you can do is consider the species you have, as each species has different needs. The size of the tree will also play a role, as smaller trees require less water than larger ones. It's also important to consider the time of year, as with all plants, the warmer months also require more water, as water evaporates more quickly. While spring is a pleasant season with average temperatures, it is also a time of intense growth, with flowers and fruit bearing, so watering is essential to support the tree's growth. If you're interested in learning more about how to plant a fruit tree, we recommend reading our article on how to plant a fruit tree in a bag.
Finally, consider the soil type, as sandy soils require more water than lighter soils where there is more moisture, as water is retained for longer periods of time. A tip to help with watering? Place a layer of mulch at the base of the tree to help retain water and ensure more spaced-out watering. Also, remember that if you grow fruit trees in pots, you should water more frequently, as the water is retained in the soil for less time due to the limited amount of water.
Type of irrigation
Of all the types of irrigation, the best for fruit trees is localized irrigationThere are four alternatives for implementing this method. The most commonly used method is drip irrigation, which consists of a series of emitters placed around the tree (between 4 and 6 depending on the size of the tree) and which moisten the root zone. You can read more about this method in our article on drip irrigation.
It's also possible to irrigate with drip tapes, a system chosen for fruit trees growing in sandy soils, as this method allows moisture to remain in a large portion of the soil. Finally, there's micro-sprinkler irrigation, where the sprinklers spray the tree in the form of rain.
They didn't answer my question. I have 3 lemon trees one is seedless, and all 3 are pulling the fruit before it grows to normal size. Will x lack of irrigation water them 4 times a week?
Hello Paula.
Have you paid them? If not, the safest thing is that they lack fertilizer. In spring and summer they must be paid regularly, for example with bat guano o chicken manure (If you get it fresh, let it dry for a week).
A greeting.