Keeper’s Cottage, Fellbeck,
Harrogate, HG3 5EU
Tel: 01423 711459
Fax: 01423 711409
Mobile: 07710 521351
Email: [email protected]
www.arbor-tech.co.uk
AFTER CARE GUIDELINES
THE MOST COMMON REASONS FOR THE FAILURE OF TREES AND SHRUBS IS LACK OF WATER OR
DROWNING!
1.
It is essential that newly planted trees and shrubs are kept well watered.
2.
During the growing season ensure that the plant does not dry out. However, do not over water as
this will also damage the plant.
3.
Watering Recommendations
We recommend that if no significant rain has fallen for one week that for larger trees
approximately 18 litres is applied split into two doses with two full days in between and that for
smaller trees and shrubs that approximately 12 litres is applied split into two doses with two full
days in between.
If the dry period continues repeat this process once a week through the dry period. However, do
not over water as this will damage the plant – it is worth using a digitometer to test the soil
moisture content i.e. poke your finger into the soil to see if it feels wet!
New Hedges
We strongly recommend that a leaky pipe, running off an outside tap, on a time set to the correct
dosage once a day is fitted as a little and often is best.
4.
The roots of your plant need air as well as water so check soil conditions regularly.
5.
Grass and weeds rob the plant of any available water and nutrients. Maintain a 1 metre weed-free
circle around each plant for a minimum of two years.
6.
Do not over feed in the first year as this will result in too much canopy growth for the new roots to
support.
7.
Check and adjust tree ties regularly to accommodate growth.
Arbortech Tree Specialists Ltd carries out all work in accordance with Health & Safety Executive, British Standard 3998 (Tree Work Specification),
with Full Insurance Cover, Members of Forestry Contractors Association, International Society of Arboriculture and Arboricultural Association.
Director: B R Clarke
Vat Reg No: 734 5707 26
Company No: 4921408
UTR: 61660 28847
Registered in England and Wales