How to Water New California Native Plants

One of the easiest ways to lose a new native landscape is to assume 'drought tolerant' means 'never water after planting.'

Establishment is different from maturity

New roots occupy a limited soil volume. Irrigation should support root expansion, then be adjusted as plants establish and seasons change.

Avoid the opposite mistake

Keeping drought-adapted natives constantly wet can also cause decline. Soil, drainage, species and weather all matter.

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