New plants should go into the ground as soon as possible.
If planting must be delayed, water the pots thoroughly.
**Depending on the weather, you may need to water daily. Keep an eye on them and don’t let the roots dry out!
Steps for Successful Planting: Give your plants a healthy start by checking out our information on best practices for planting new plants in Zone 9b.
Watering: 85% of new plants that fail do so because of improper watering! Water should be applied for the first 4 – 8 weeks by hand to ensure deep absorption into the soil. Use a hose to water around your tree or plant to completely soak the root ball. Mark your time for thorough watering (see chart below).
