Tree Irrigator
Description
The Tree Irrigator bag simply zips around the tree trunk and allows you to fill up the bag with
water. The Tree Irrigator provides deep water saturation by gradually and evenly distributing a high volume of water in a single application over a longer period of time through the two water release points (per bag). This portable irrigation solution is suitable for both newly planted and
established trees and can be emptied, rolled up and transported to another location and reused.
Tree Irrigator Benefits
Suitable for newly planted and established trees
Ideal for newly planted trees in shaded or urban environments but also established trees as there is no need for an underground irrigation system.
Deep water saturation with every fill
Due to the gradual and even distribution of water, the irrigator bag provides excellent water absorption, deep water saturation and promotes deep root growth.
Reduces transplant and drought shock
When a tree is relocated or suffering from drought, the Tree Irrigator provides a healthy environment to reduce the effects of transplant and drought shock.
Easy to install and maintain
Tree Irrigator bags need filling just 1 to 2 times a week (approximately). They can be installed tool free within minutes and removed and reused repeatedly.
Double bag setup
The bags can be zipped together to accommodate large trees with a diameter of 10cm to 20cm.
Can be used with nutrient/chemical additives
The bags are not affected by nutrient or chemical additives so you can incorporate any treatments your tree requires with no damage.
Tree Irrigator - How it works
Step 1
The bag is placed against the trunk with the uphill side of the tree
Step 2
Fill opening of bag with water to approximately ¼ capacity, lift bag with black straps to open the base and continue filling
Step 3
The water then drains through the two water release points into the soil and root area
Step 4
The roots then soak up the required amount of water and nutrients so a healthy rootball establishes
Tree Irrigator Specification
- A single bag fits trees with a diameter of 3cm to 8cm and branches a minimum of 64cm from the ground
- A double bag set up (two bags zipped together) fits trees with a diameter of 10cm to 20cm
- Two water release points per bag
- Bag empties in approximately 5 to 9 hours
- Measurements when full: 76cm tall x 46cm wide (at base)
Watering Capacity/Frequency Chart
Tree Irrigator Bag Set Up | Trunk Caliper (Diameter) |
Approximate Water Capacity (Per Single Bag) |
Recommended Fills/Week |
Single Bag | 3 – 5cm (1 – 2 inches) | 60 Litres | 1 Fill/Week |
5 – 8cm (2 – 3 inches) | 55 Litres | 2 Fills/Week | |
Double Bag Two single Tree Irrigator bags zipped together back-to-back. |
0 inches/cm (Stand Alone) | 95 Litres | Varies bases on application |
10 – 13cm (4 – 5 inches) | 90 Litres | 1 Fill/Week | |
13 – 20cm (5 – 8 inches) | 80 – 86 Litres | 2 Fills/Week |
Estimated Tree Watering Requirements
Feathered | Light Standard |
Standard | Selected Standard |
Heavy Standard | Extra Heavy | Semi Mature |
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Girth (cm) | 6 | 6-8 | 5-10 | 10-12 | 12-14 | 14-16 | 16-18 | 18-20 | 20+ |
Height (m) | 1.8-3.0 | 2.4-2.7 | 2.7-3.0 | 3.0-3.6 | 3.6-4.2 | 4.2-4.8 | 4.8-5.4 | 5.4-6.0 | 6.0+ |
Estimated daily transpiration rates (litres) |
1 | 1 | 1.2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7+ |
Suggested first season summer watering requirements (ltrs/month) |
36 | 36 | 45 | 75 | 115 | 150 | 190 | 220 | 300+ |