As the dry, hot weather continues in Marlborough, our street trees are showing signs of feeling the effects.

Council Reserves and Amenities Officer Robin Dunn says although watering is carried out regularly by contractors, Council is also asking Blenheim residents to give the trees an extra drink over the hot summer months.

“Please keep an eye on the tree outside your place - if it’s looking dry then feel free to give it a drink, early in the morning or late in the evening. This is best done by watering with a hand-held hose or a watering can - let the water soak in. Using recycled water from the bath or sink is a good idea,” Robin says.

You can help care for our street trees by:

• Keeping lawn mowers away from the trunk to prevent bark damage

• Not spraying around the base of the tree

• Not parking over the tree’s roots

• Reporting any vandalism or wind damage.

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