Protecting Redwoods
- 1). Water the redwoods deeply once a month to make sure that the lower roots receive enough water.
- 2). Use a soaker hose to create the constant watering needed to get down to the farthest depths of the root ball. Redwoods can start to die out, beginning with the lower branches, if adequate water is not provided. This is not generally necessary during rainy seasons, but if you are in a drought, be sure to give the redwoods water.
- 3). Test the water being used to see if it is high in sodium. Redwoods do not deal well with salt. Send the water to a test lab for this. If it tests as high in sodium, use a different water source, or install a filter to remove the salt content.
- 4). Apply a basic all-around fertilizer in a wide area around the tree to increase nutrient levels of the soil and keep the acidic level at around 6 to 6.5. Redwoods prefer a slightly acidic soil, similar to most lawn grasses.
- 5). Cut out dead or dying limbs, so that possible diseases aren't spread to other parts of the tree. Use a tree trimmer to saw the limb near the main trunk.
- 6). Remove other trees or plants near the redwoods, so that they do not take the nutrients needed by the tree. Re-locate them somewhere else in your yard, if possible.
