Soil Moisture Chart
Soil Moisture Levels
| Index Level | Neutral soils – adjust according to soil type |
| 5 – 10 | Saturated soil |
| 10 – 20 | Soil’s adequately moist |
| 20 – 30 | Light weekly irrigation, drip feed at peak ET, spray leaves |
| 30 – 60 | Water as necessary |
| 60 – 100 | Heavy soil irrigation |
| 100 – 150 | Soil getting dangerously low for maximum production |
| 150 – 200 | Decision-making time. Immediate action necessary |