When winter arrives, it’s easy to assume your landscape doesn’t need much attention. But for trees and shrubs—especially in commercial landscapes—winter care can make all the difference. Deep root watering during the colder months is one of the most effective ways to keep your property’s greenery healthy and resilient all year long.
Why Winter Watering Matters
Even though plants go dormant in winter, their roots remain active underground. Dry soil can cause roots to shrink or die back, leading to stress, die-off, or slow recovery in spring. In regions where winter precipitation is limited, supplemental deep watering ensures moisture reaches the root zone, keeping trees and shrubs hydrated and ready for new growth.
The Benefits of Deep Root Watering
- Promotes Root Growth: Water delivered deep into the soil encourages roots to grow downward, strengthening plants against drought and heat.
- Prevents Winter Desiccation: Evergreen trees and shrubs continue to lose moisture through their leaves year-round. Deep watering helps replenish what’s lost.
- Improves Soil Health: Consistent moisture supports beneficial soil microbes that help plants absorb nutrients more efficiently.
- Reduces Spring Stress: Well-watered trees recover faster from freezing conditions and produce healthier foliage come spring.
When to Deep Water
The best time to deep water is during mild winter days when soil isn’t frozen—typically midday when temperatures rise above 40°F. Focus on watering every 4–6 weeks if there hasn’t been significant rainfall or snowmelt.
How Monarch Landscape Supports Your Property
At Monarch Landscape Companies, our teams monitor soil conditions and weather patterns throughout the winter to ensure your landscape receives the right care at the right time. We use professional-grade deep root watering equipment that targets moisture directly to the root zone, conserving water while maximizing plant health.
Whether it’s mature trees anchoring your property or new plantings that need a strong start, proactive winter watering ensures your investment thrives season after season.
Protect Your Landscape Investment This Winter
Don’t let cold weather fool you—winter maintenance is essential for long-term landscape success. Monarch’s experts can build a winter watering plan tailored to your property’s unique soil, plant material, and exposure.
Contact our team today to schedule winter deep root watering and set your landscape up for a strong, vibrant spring.
