Q. I have a recently planted ocotillo. It is tied
together by wire when should I cut the ties?
Also, I heard that I should spray the plant with water frequently.
What’s frequently?
A. You can cut the ties after it is planted. Make sure it
is planted the same depth it was when it was dug up. It will help to stake it until it gets established.
is planted the same depth it was when it was dug up. It will help to stake it until it gets established.
The
biggest problem is from watering too often and the soil not draining adequately.
Ten gallons once every two weeks this time of year is enough.
biggest problem is from watering too often and the soil not draining adequately.
Ten gallons once every two weeks this time of year is enough.
You can
spray the stems each time you water. It is thought that ocotillo can absorb
water through its stems but not really proven. Lightly mist it when you water.
You can use a spray nozzle set on mist.
spray the stems each time you water. It is thought that ocotillo can absorb
water through its stems but not really proven. Lightly mist it when you water.
You can use a spray nozzle set on mist.