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Nov 09, How to Transplant Trees and Shrubs in Fall The general rule of thumb for trees and shrubs is multiply your trunk diameter by at least So if you have a 1 inch Next take a shovel or spade and slice through the roots all around your defined circle. If Estimated Reading Time: 6 mins. Sep 22, Spring is usually the best time to plant trees but fall can be a good time as well.

Nurseries may offer substantial discounts in fall (ask them about their guarantee policy). When should I plant?

Until the plants are well estalished, water often enough usually about once a day so that the soil surface never dries out, but remains constantly moist.

You need to give the roots of trees adequate time to become established before winter arrives. Roots keep growing until soil temps dip below 40°F.

Apr 23, Turn the pot upside down while supporting the soil side with your other hand, being careful not to crush or drop the plant. Tap the bottom of the pot to help the seedling out. Place the seedling in the planting hole at the same depth that it was growing in the pot. You should be able to cover the seedling with about ¼ inch of soil.

However, there are limits to the extent that trees are able to adapt to adverse conditions.

Jan 29, With the hole method, simply dig a hole with a shovel or a mattock large enough to accommodate the root system. Place the root system in the hole, spread out as much as possible and backfill only up to the root collar. Small quantities of seedlings Images. Transplanting woody plants in the spring/summer can be very stressful to them. In the future, it is best to plant in the fall or winter when they are dormant to increase their likelihood of survival.

If you want to determine if the bare branches are dead, you can conduct a snap or scratch test. Apr 16, If you want to transplant in the fall, prune the roots in the spring before the leaf and flower buds begin to swell. How to Transplant a Tree or Shrub The volume of the root ball you’ll need to successfully transplant a tree or shrub depends on the diameter of the trunk for deciduous trees, the height of the shrub for deciduous shrubs, and the spread of the branches for evergreens.