Soil conditions, wind, weather, and tree species all affect your tree's watering needs so please ask your salesperson how much water your tree will need. A saucer of earth should be formed around the outside perimeter of the rootball to help retain water for absorption into the rootball. Immediately next to the original rootball dig small holes six to eight inches or more into the ground. You should see tiny, fibrous, white roots growing from the rootball and the soil should be evenly moist, but not mucky wet. Once you get a feel for your soil and seasonal conditions you can check the rootball less frequently.
General rule begins with a good, deep, soak ONCE per week.
Remember that even a well established tree likely needs water during any prolonged dry period. Often rain does not get into the rootball area and it is common for a sprinkler system to provide watering for shallow rooted grass but not the deep watering needed by most trees. No warranty on wholesale sales. No warranty on sale items. All trees and plants are guaranteed for one year from date of purchase provided that our planting and watering recommendations are reasonably followed.