REARRANGE: Five Transplant Guidelines

February 19, 2011 | By webadmin

The best thing about winter is that we can transplant shrubs and small trees in North Texas.

  This gives the roots time to establish before the heat of summer. Transplant in late winter to  early spring when plants are dormant.   The experts tell us: It is important to ensure that the transplanting is done while the shrubs and trees are dormant.  It is generally safe to do so until the buds are green and swollen. However, once new leaves begin to sprout, you should wait until the leaves have fully emerged and have hardened off.  Some species of plants should only be transplanted in the winter.  Check with your nursery professional for more information.

   Here are a set of five simple rules to keep in mind while transplanting to accommodate the basic needs of the plants: