 WATERING
SCHEDULES
Irrigation is an artificial
application of water to soil to enable satisfactory plant growth. It’s
essential for successful gardening in the desert. The purpose of irrigating
is to maintain soil moisture in such a manner that normal root development
and their vital functions is facilitated and water is efficiently and conservatively
utilized.
Irrigate the entire
rooting zone. to maintain good growth, plants must root at least as extensively
as they foliate. And feeder roots are generally most prolific under the
outer 2/3 of their branch spread. Consequently, water should be applied
under the entire foliar spread of trees, shrubs, etc.
Irrigate at the rate
the soil will absorb it. Wasteful run-off can result if the water is applied
to fast, and insufficient infiltration through root zones may occur if
it’s applied too slow. Level ground and mulched surfaces facilitate water
infiltration and retention.
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