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Treegator(R) Original

Treegator® is a slow release watering system for new trees. Our Treegator® Jr. Pro delivers a high volume of water directly to the root system of a newly planted tree or shrub with no run-off or evaporation.

Treegator® Jr. Pro features a low-profile design that enables it to fit under plantings with branches beginning only 6" from the ground or higher. Plus, it's made of a durable brown PVC plastic that allows it to seamlessly blend with the surrounding landscape.

Treegator - The Original Watering Bag for TreesOther watering bags may look like, or even claim to work as well or better than a Treegator® Slow Release Watering Bag… But Treegator® is the ONLY watering bag for trees that has been used and trusted by industry professionals worldwide since 1991.


PRODUCT BENEFITS:
  • Use on newly planted trees, evergreens & shrubs.
  • Quick and easy to install. Just place, fill and walk away!
  • Brown color blends with existing landscape.
  • Fill just 1 to 2 times per week for most new plantings.
  • Dual emitters deliver water within 5 to 8 hours.
  • 100% absorption eliminates water waste.
  • Deep water saturation with every application.
  • Promotes deep root growth.
  • Reduces transplant and drought shock.
  • Can be used with water-soluble additives, such as ROOTS® Solupak™ Root Stimulant Pouches.
    Note: Use the chart below to ensure precise additive mix ratios, based on Treegator® bag water capacity.

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Spec Sheet
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PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS:

  • Filled with water:
    36" diameter x 7" tall

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Fits planting with trunks up to 5 inches in diameter.
  • Made of brown PVC with "gator-skin" embossing.
  • UV-stabilized to withstand exposure to sunlight
  • Continuously waters for approximately 5 to 8 hours.
  • Removable dual emitter system solves clogging issues.
  • Convenient handle allows for easy filling.
  • Use on a level surface or properly built mulch pile.
  • Holds approximately 15 gallons

3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Every Treegator® Original is now
backed by a 3-year limited
manufacturer warranty
from
the original date of purchase.



HOW OFTEN TO WATER YOUR NEW TREE USING A TREEGATOR® ORIGINAL WATERING BAG:

Refer to the charts below for a recommended watering schedule using a Treegator® Jr. Pro Slow Release Watering Bag, being sure to note the following qualification:

15 gallon capacity
(56.78 liters)
Trunk Caliper
(diameter)
Recommended
Fills per Week
1 to 2 inch
(2.54 to 5.08 cm)
1 Fill per
Week
2 to 3 inch
(5.08 to 7.62 cm)
2 Fills per
Week
4 to 5 inch
(10.16 to 12.7 cm)
3 Fills per
Week

Note that during especially dry and/or hot periods of weather, these watering schedules may need to be increased. Also, trees and shrubs planted in sandy or porous soil should be watered more frequently. Conversely, during periods of rainfall / high moisture, a Treegator® Bag should be filled less frequently*.

*NOTE: Proper watering frequency can vary depending on several factors (tree and soil type, weather, etc.) This recommendation will NOT guarantee that your tree is being watered properly - Use it only as a guide. Consult a local gardening or tree care professional for more information on proper watering practices for your particular tree type and region.


HANDLING PRECUTIONS:
Before installation, please be sure to read and comply with the Handling Precautions for Treegator® Jr. Pro

Treegator® Jr. PRO
watering a 2" caliper tree

20 Gallon Treegator(R) Original Slow Release Watering Bag
(Drawing is not to scale)



Treegator(R) Jr. PRO
Treegator(R) Jr. PRO
Treegator(R) Jr. PRO

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Treegator(R) Once-a-Week Watering
Treegator(R) Once-a-Week Watering
Free up your calendar…
Treegator® Bags are so efficient and so effective, on most new plantings, you'll only have to re-fill them once every 5 to 7 days!
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Tree Watering 101
Tree Watering 101
Experts agree… Slow, deep applications of water on a regulated schedule is the best way to effectively and efficiently irrigate a newly planted tree or shrub.
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Treegator(R) Jr. PRO Installation instructions
Treegator(R) Jr. PRO Installation instructions
A Treegator® Bag can easily be installed and filled in less than 5 minutes with no tools! There's no digging, no staking, and no other parts to install or buy.
Installation Instructions >


Use Treegator(R) Jr. PRO on Level Surface
Use Treegator(R) Jr. PRO on Level Surface
To reduce run-off and ensure proper drainage, use your Treegator® Jr. Pro on a level surface, or on a cup-shaped or flat mulch pile.
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Treegator(R) Original

ROOTS(R) Solupaks(TM)

ROOTS(R) Solupaks(TM)
Improve root growth with these convenient, water-soluble root stimulant pouches designed specifically for use in any Treegator® Bag.
Buy ROOTS® Solupaks >

Hydretain(TM)
Hydretain(TM)
Hydretain™ ES Plus can reduce watering frequency by 50%. Add to any Treegator® Bag or dilute and apply directly to turf, lawns, gardens, etc.
Buy Hydretain™ ES Plus >

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"Treegator® is a brilliant invention…
Not one drop of water is lost to run-off or evaporation. This is the most water-efficient system I have seen."

Joel M. Lerner
CEO Environmental Design, Inc.






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