How to Transplant Shrubs

If you're transferring your shrubs to meet a need or a personal choice, it is possible to reduce the strain on your plant and improve your satisfaction by taking essential precautions during the process. We're here to help you with a step-by-procedure guide that will assist you in learning how to safely transplant your shrubs and efficiently so that they will last.



When to Transplant Shrubs

Apart from selecting a location in which your plants can flourish. It is also crucial to select the ideal moment to plant them.

Certain species might have specific requirements, like the flowering stage; generally, the fall-to-early spring or winter is the most suitable season for this job. Planting at the start of spring gives the plants ample space to develop and build up their root systems before temperatures start to increase in the summer months.

Beware of removing your plants during the summer heat months, when they are the most likely to show signs of stress or in winter, when the soil may be too difficult to work with or be covered with snow in the northern regions of the US as well as Canada.

Transplanting Process

You'll need:

• Tape measure
• Gloves
• Tarp
• Shovel
• Compost or fertilizer
• Root hormone
• Garden hose
• Burlap

Step One: Pick the new location.

Make sure that the new site will be suitable for your plant, ensuring sufficient sunlight, perfect soil conditions, and plenty of room to grow.

Step Two: Take a measurement of your root ball.

Determine the approximate dimensions of your rootball by performing some exploratory digging along the entire perimeter of the plant, beginning at the ends of branches.

Step Three: Dig the hole.

Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and has the same depth. Make sure that this is done prior to digging the plant.

Step Four: Remove the plant.

The burlap should be placed next to the plant. Begin to dig around the edges of the plant and observe the areas where the majority of the roots are, and try to keep all of your root balls to the greatest extent possible. Based on the height of the tree, it is likely that you will require assistance in order to lift the base and the roots from the soil beneath.

Step Five: Transport the plant.

Then, gently tilt the plant onto the damp burlap and then slowly wrap around the roots. Take it with you, or move it to the new spot with your hands, or employ dolly or wheelbarrow if it is too heavy. Alternately, you can choose to transport the plant by the root ball with the assistance of an individual from your family or an acquaintance.

Step Six: Replant

Put the plant in the middle of the hole, keeping the burlap still intact by securing it with a sturdy support and ensuring that the height is in line with the previous spot. Incorporate the soil you dug to form a backfill, then compact it well, and then make sure to water it as you move along. Burlap shouldn't be removed and then planted alongside the plant to help hold the roots.

Step Seven: Pamper your plant.

It is important to water the plant regularly for up to four weeks and as often as necessary to keep it moist and evenly. Apply mulch to keep the soil temperature in check and to reduce the loss of water.