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Board discusses sapling care after Arbor Day and watering plans for large trees
Summary
Board members reported two dozen ponderosa saplings remain at the nursery and discussed repotting, watering 'donuts' and using city trucks to fill barrels; staff will coordinate with local crews and volunteers to ensure new plantings survive.
Board members updated the group on planting and nursery stock following recent Arbor Day activities. A board member said “We still have maybe 2 dozen of those ponderosa saplings,” and the group discussed repotting schedules and container sizes; members recommended moving saplings into larger containers (5‑gallon) before next season and coordinating with Project Ponderosa or other volunteers for repotting.
Members also discussed immediate watering logistics for both new plantings and a large landmark tree formerly surrounded by barrels. Staff said the city ordered watering 'donuts' and can use a municipal water truck to fill barrels if needed; Avery offered a rule‑of‑thumb for establishment watering per inch of trunk diameter to help the crew size irrigation volumes. Board members agreed to follow up with Sisters Park staff on donut delivery and watering schedules.
