Question
I've heard this is a good time of year for getting plants in the ground but what about moving (re-planting) plants to new locations? Would this also be a good time of year? I have two situations: some plants that have done well but are now overcrowded and some that need a different location due to too much sunshine or not enough.
Lori
Answer
Fall is an excellent time for moving plants. You will probably have to prune them back to prevent water stress as you will not likely get all the roots. Water the planting holes before putting the plant in to ensure that adequate moisture is in the root zone. Water again after planting. Use a preplant fertilizer such as Sure Start to stimulate new root growth. As a rule, all planting holes for larger perennials and shrubs should be prewatered regardless of the time of year.
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