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Living in the desert can be an especially tough challenge during the summer, oddly enough we see as many problems concerning over-watered plants as water starved plants. To help find a proper balance the table below has recommended Watering Schedules as set forth by the State of Arizona Department of Water Resources and the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardener program. Since everyone has different watering systems, soils, microclimates, etc. please use the following as a guideline.

Plant Type Spring Summer Fall Winter Depth to Water
Trees Desert Adapted 14-40 Days 7-21 Days 14-30 Days 30-60 Days 2-3 Ft.
High-Water Use 7-10 Days 7-10 Days 7-12 Days 14-30 Days 2-3 Ft.
Shrubs Desert Adapted 14-30 Days 7-21 Days 14-30 Days 30-45 Days 1.5-2 Ft.
High-Water Use 7-10 Days 5-7 Days 7-10 Days 10-14 Days 1.5-2 Ft.
Groundcovers and Vines Desert Adapted 14-30 Days 7-21 Days 14-30 Days 21-45 Days 1 Ft.
High-Water Use 7-10 Days 2-5 Days 7-10 Days 10-14 Days 1 Ft.
Cacti and Succulents 21-45 Days 14-30 Days 21-45 Days 21-45 Days 8-12 In.
Annuals 3-7 Days 2-5 Days 3-7 Days 5-10 Days 8-12 In.
Warm Season Grass 7-10 Days 3-5 Days 7-10 Days 20-30 Days 6-10 In.
Cool Season Grass 3-5 Days none 3-5 Days 5-10 Days 6-10 In.
These guidelines are for established plants, shrubs 1-2 yr., trees 3-5 yr. Additional water is needed for many conditions, please consult us if in question.