Having different kinds of trees in your garden can bring you many benefits, from providing oxygen to helping cool down your space in the summer. Isn’t that awesome?
You can go outside in the middle of a hot day, lie under your tree, and enjoy nature. But, just as your tree offers shade and comfort, remember to give it the same care and protection.
You won’t believe how extreme temperatures can affect them!
Check Your Fruit Trees Before It’s Too Late
Symptoms are the same, no matter what kind of fruit you’re growing. One of the first signs you’ll spot is wilting leaves. In the worst cases, they can become so stressed that stems and branches start to droop!
Right after that comes every gardener’s worst nightmare – failed fruit! Imagine not being able to harvest juicy apples or peaches. Yikes!
That’s why you need to inspect them daily. When you spot these signs early, you’ll be able to help your trees! What better way to do that than by trying these easy tricks!
Get Your Garden Hose Ready For The Heatwave
Watering your trees can help them deal with heat stress. Who doesn’t like refreshing drinks on hot summer days?
It’s best to water early in the morning. This will also improve their growth, and you’ll end up with juicy fruits by the end of the season!
One friendly piece of advice, avoid watering in the afternoon! That will cause the water to evaporate quickly!
Borrow Shade Cloth From Your Crops To Protect Your Trees
Your crops won’t be mad at you. After all, sharing is caring, right?
Shade cloths are excellent for protecting your trees from extreme temperatures. If you don’t have time to shop, old sheets can also work well! I tried this a few years ago, and it made a big difference. There were no signs of fruit drooping or withered leaves.
Keep Harvesting Delicious Fruits Until The Very End
There’s no better way to save your fruits from the heat than to harvest them! This will prevent them from falling and getting sunburned. Fallen fruit can lead to pest problems, which can create extra stress for the trees!
You’ll get a basket full of yummy fruits! After that, you can make some homemade juice or jam. It will be a much healthier version than store-bought ones!
If you spot the signs in time, you’ll get enough time to protect your trees from heat. Later, you can follow these tips to keep your trees healthy until harvesting.
Every summer, I take good care of them, constantly checking for any signs of heat stress. That’s how I’ve managed to keep my trees thriving in the garden for almost ten years!
Don’t forget about the best reward you’ll get – all the delicious fruits you’ve saved!