Watering needs of each plant is different. But one thing is true for all plants – the roots need proper hydration to strengthen them. It is especially true for new growth – be it any type of plant. Use of deep watering stakes makes it possible to water the plants in the right way for their optimum growth.

What is a Deep Watering Stake?

A deep watering stake is a tool that helps to deliver hydration to roots in the most efficient manner. It consists of a thin tube that delivers water into the soil slowly or as needed.

Excess water in the soil will result in it running outside the planters and the roots may end up not getting sufficient or any hydration at all. Use of deep watering stakes eliminates this problem. You can also use them to deliver fertilizer to the roots.

The tubing system may consist of holes to deliver water slowly over the entire root area of a plant. Some designs come without multiple holes at different levels of the tube. You can pour water slowly down the tube (through the basin) and the deep watering stake will deliver it directly to the roots without it draining way. You can also prepare the fertilizer solution to deliver it in the same way as the water. Just pour it down the tube in the amount necessary for your plants.

There are different kinds of deep watering stakes available in the market. Some models consist of a bit of extensive installation process and use of a hose to deliver water through them. Then there are others in the market that you can easily install and remove without any assistance.

Choosing the Right Deep Watering Stake for your Garden

When it comes to using deep watering stakes, it is best to invest in models that are easy to install. Choose a deep watering stake with thin metal tubes and an easy delivery system for best results. Such a model may come equipped with a basin for easier delivery of water or fertilizer into the soil. The basin can hold rainwater and utilize it slowly over the course of the day.  Such an option may be useful for plants with higher hydration needs. You can even remove the basins if you do not want rainwater to collect in them.

For such designs, the installation involves sticking the metal tube near the plants. You can wet the soil so that the tube can penetrate the soil easily. It is also better to remove any stones or pebbles from the path of the stake.

But easy installation is not enough. You may want deep watering stakes that are easy to clean as well. You should be able to remove the metal tube whenever necessary in order to remove soil or debris from inside it. If necessary, you should be able to clean the tube with water or a soap solution as well. You must also be able to buy components of the deep watering system separately in case you break the basin or the tube.

There are deep watering stakes available in the market with pretty designs. Choosing such models can even enhance the beauty of your garden while helping you solve a practical problem. You can buy deep watering stakes with floral and colorful designs. Small deep watering stakes with easy installation systems are also ideal to use for indoor plants and small gardens.

When selecting a deep watering stake design, consider the size of the garden and your requirements in terms of its use and aesthetic appeal. Choose the size of the tube according to the plants and the garden bed. For potted or indoor plants, smaller-sized deep watering stakes may be sufficient. If you want to use them for bigger plants, you may require multiple stakes to use near the roots. For smaller plants in the garden bed, one stake might be sufficient for 2-3 saplings adjacent to or near each other.

Use of deep watering stakes can be one of the best gardening practices for optimum plant growth.