![]() If it’s possible to establish a windbreak, or to attach a frost cloth securely to your tree’s canopy, this can protect your tree from harsh winds. You can try to protect the leaves with windbreak. Some mature trees are already experiencing drought stress, so it’s extra important to give them an extra drink during windy periods.Ģ. Established trees (5+ years): This is a great job for a soaker hose or sprinkler, slowly moistening the soil around the edge of the canopy of the tree.Make sure you soak all of the soil within two feet of the trunk, and imagine you are trying to reach the roots about a foot deep in the soil. That’s three large buckets of water, slowly added to the soil. Newly planted trees (1-5 years since planting): Make sure to give young trees a nice, deep soaking of the root zone with about 10-15 gallons of water.If trees don’t have enough access to water in the soil, the leaves can dry out, and potentially cause dieback. That’s why it’s important to make sure tree roots have access to water in the soil to replenish the water lost through their leaves. Wind causes leaves to dry out more quickly. What should I do to protect my trees from wind? Watering your trees on windy days can help reduce or prevent damage to leaves.ġ. When the winds pick up, you can take some simple steps to prevent damage to your tree friend. These winds can cause serious damage to both young and established trees. The Pacific Northwest is experiencing a historic windstorm event in September, 2020.
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