More water isn't always better for a mature tree, and neither is a quick daily sprinkle that never reaches the roots that actually need it. Getting this wrong during a dry LA summer can stress a tree as much as not watering at all.
Mature trees need deep, infrequent watering that reaches 12 to 18 inches into the soil, out at the drip line where the feeder roots are, not against the trunk. A slow soak over several hours does far more good than a fast blast from a hose.
Newer plantings and drought-stressed trees may need water every one to two weeks during peak summer heat, while established natives can often go longer. The right schedule depends on the species and how the tree has been handling the season so far.
If you're not sure whether a tree's stress is a watering issue or something else, an assessment can tell you which one you're dealing with.
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Authentic job photo preferred: a healthy, well-established tree on an LA property, or a crew member checking soil moisture at the drip line. Real photos of trees in good condition reinforce the educational message better than stock imagery.
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