12/11/2025
Fall watering before the ground freezes is critical
Fall Watering for Trees
While the above-ground parts of deciduous trees go dormant into the fall, the root systems remain active until the ground freezes and needs that moisture for continued growth. Prolonged dry periods, especially when late summer and fall temperatures are high, can result in root damage, stunted growth, early defoliation, branch and tip dieback, and even overall death of sensitive trees and shrubs.
Water when air temperatures are above 40 F and there is no snow cover on the ground.
Read Abi's Urban Alert for more information on fall watering.
https://www.montana.edu/cope/email-format/admin/view.php?draft=13272&uid=66e23315db6df1.52618306
Small tree in a garden being watered in November of 2025.
