Gardening success
Hello. I thought I would share a project I've completed in my garden this year. We moved into this house in June 2014 - the garden is large and in places overgrown and neglected. I've been reading on this forum lots of advise on removing conifers and moving mature shrubs and thanks to that I think I;ve made a successful job!.
In March we had a huge conifer cut down by a tree surgeon. we didn't have the stump removed - the tree surgeon forgot his stump grinder. I left the area left by the tree alone all summer. A lot of thistles and brambles started to pop up - so I sprayed those with weed killer. I then dug over the area and with the help of a wood saw, spade and brute force removed a fair few of the larger roots.
As were having an extension built - I wanted to move a few shrubs that are currently growing where this will be. I've now relocated, a Magnolia, Hydrangea, ornamental cherry and camilia into new homes. Alos managed to plant out a beloved acer that I;ve had growing in a pot for the last 10 years.
Unfortuantely I have no before pictures.
Any advise for making sure these newly moved mature shrubs survive the winter?
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Apologies for the poor photo quality. I didn't realise it was quite this blurry!
I would cover in fleece if sharp frost is possible.
Keep them well watered so the roots can push down while the soil is still warm.
I notice they are planted near a wall so this should prevent wind rock.
I have replanted all these shrubs in the past and they are all doing well..
Good luck with them.
It has been in its current position for about 6 years. Is it likely to survive being moved if I can get it out with roots in tact?
Best to start a new, separate thread for your query Tanya. You'll get specific replies that way
Having said that, I'm not sure your tree would do well unless you're very, very careful about removing it. You also have to be clear to the new homeowners that you intend taking plants -it has to be in the sale conditions. Otherwise you can only take moveable stuff - plants that are potted
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Tanya, another word of caution. If you move this tree and it dies, won't be be upset, given the sentimental value?
Six years is a long time for a tree to be in the ground.
Might it be better to know it's happy and healthy where it is?
Hosta, Fairy, do cuttings from cherries take (for Tanya)?