western-queensland-gardening-guide.pdf - South West NRM
western-queensland-gardening-guide.pdf - South West NRM
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Water trap<br />
Make a small water-catching dish around the tree to catch rainwater and concentrate<br />
irrigation water. Trees should be watered in well at planting and only watered after<br />
that if really necessary (See Figure 7).<br />
Figure 7. Trapping the water around the tree<br />
Mulching the young trees helps retain moisture, control weeds and can contribute<br />
c matter to the soil. Mulch must be kept away from the stem of the tree to<br />
avoid coIlar rot<br />
(See Figure 8).<br />
Figure 8. Keep mulch away from the stem of the tree
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