When to Move my tree?

[marketestalls]

Morning all.

Can anyone help me on the topic of moving a Magnolia tree?

I bought it about 4 years ago and planted it in my Brothers garden as we were about to move house. Now we are settled in (finally) - I would like to go and get it. It is about 7ft tall so wont be an easy job.

So - when is the best time of year to move it?

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[shirlthegirl43]

Yikes. Can't help with your query but just wanted to wish you luck with it!!

[marketestalls]

Thanks Shirley - I would imagine I'm going to get a hilarious photo opportunity at some point in the adventure!

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[PAULW]

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In the winter when it is dormant

[TPeers]

It might be too late for this year as Magnolias flower so early, but you could try to get the tree to layer this year, that way you won't have to dig the whole thing up!

Gently bend a low hanging branch so that the tip is on the ground, either bury a pot at that point and pin the tip into the pot or soften the ground with a fork and pin the tip, by next spring, with any luck, you should have a new, small, tree.

I know it means 'loosing' all the growth the tree has put on in your brothers garden, but it is easier to move, and if you use the pot method, not so fussy as to time of move.

Good Luck

Terry

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Hi Terry

I hadnt thought of growing babies! Great idea - I'll definately give that a try.

Thanks
Pam



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