Pear Tree Irrigation – How to water Pear Trees

The average young pear tree needs a lot of water in order to develop strong roots, leaves and finally fruits. As a rule of thumb, young pear trees need more water than mature trees, which can rely mostly on rainwater in regions with frequent rainfalls. As a second rule of thumb, in regions where there are no frequent rainfalls, it is beneficial to irrigate trees about once a week from spring to autumn (April – May to October). As a third rule of thumb, the majority of mature pear trees need almost half of the annual water supply during summer months. On the other hand, over irrigation should be avoided, as it will surely result in root rot. However, these are just rules of thumb that should not be followed without making your own research. Every field is different and has different needs. Although some general rules may apply, soil texture and climate conditions determine the amount of water needed in order to harvest a fair yield.

Backyard pear growers often built a circular soil wall 3-5 feet (1-1,5 m) around the pear trunk and add a thin layer of mulch in it, so as to increase the water holding capacity of the soil. The mulch has to be renewed with fresh one every year.

During the last 30 years, part coverage, drip or micro irrigation systems were used in pear commercial orchards. However, nowadays in the United States, sprinklers are used at a great percentage on pear farms. Their main advantage is the protection of the tree buds from frost damage. These contemporary systems normally ensure full coverage irrigation. Full coverage irrigation combined with the presence of cover crops often reduces the need for fertilizing, because the cover crop normally produces organic matter that is decomposed, releasing important nutrients to the soil (ask a licensed agronomist).

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1.) Pear Tree Information

2.) How to grow a Pear Tree from seed

3.) Growing Pear Trees in pots

4.) Growing Pear Trees commercially

5.) Pear Tree Climate Conditions

6.) Pear Tree Soil Requirements and Preparation

7.) Pear Tree Propagation and Pollination

8.) How to plant pear trees

9.) Pear Tree Water Requirements

10.) Pear Tree Fertilizer Requirements

11.) Pear Tree Pruning

12.) Pear Tree Harvest & Yields

13.) Pear Tree Pests & Diseases

14.) Q&As Pear Tree

15.) Pears in Bulk Wholesale Prices

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