How our Arboleo watering bags support young trees during early growth under dry and increasingly challenging conditions
Young trees face a difficult start. After planting, they need time to develop a strong root system, but they are also vulnerable to drought, heat and irregular water supply. What challenges are young trees increasingly exposed to, and why is the Arboleo watering bag such an effective solution?
The challenge: keeping young trees alive
Newly planted trees need regular watering during the first years after planting. Traditional watering methods often deliver a large volume of water at once, causing part of the water to evaporate or run off before it can reach the roots.
In many regions, also summers are becoming hotter and drier and when it does rain, the showers are often so heavy that much of the water runs off the soil. As a result, the roots are not reached or properly saturated. These are just some of the factors that make successful tree establishment more challenging.
For municipalities, landscapers, tree nurseries and contractors, this means frequent watering rounds, high labour costs and the risk of tree losses during dry periods.
The solution: slow and efficient watering
The Arboleo watering bag is a durable PVC bag that can be zipped around the tree trunk and filled with approximately 76 litres of water. Once filled, the bag slowly releases water over a period of 5 to 9 hours through two small micro-perforations in the bottom. This way it delivers water directly where it is needed: at the roots.
By dripping it allows the soil to become evenly saturated and gives the roots time to absorb the water effectively.
Specifications of the Arboleo watering bags
- Suitable for trees and shrubs
- Approximately 76 litres of water per filling
- Slow drip irrigation over 5 to 9 hours
- Two bags can be zipped together for larger trees
Benefits of the Arboleo watering bags
- Even root saturation
- Easy installation around the tree trunk
- Reusable and easy to store
- Lower maintenance for municipalities or contractors
- Fewer tree losses
Lower maintenance and fewer tree losses
The Arboleo watering bag can help reduce the number of watering visits required during the season. Several project experiences have also shown that the dropout rate of newly planted trees can be reduced to below 2%.
This means healthier trees, lower replacement costs and less maintenance work!
Where are watering bags used?
In principle, Arboleo watering bags can be used for any newly planted tree. That is why we also see them being used in multiple sectors.
- Municipalities
- Landscaping companies
- Tree nurseries
- Contractors
- Parks and recreation areas
- Infrastructure and roadside planting projects
Wherever young trees need support during their first years, watering bags can provide a simple and effective irrigation solution!
Looking for a solution to get your planted trees through the most critical period? Contact us!
