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The guy next door doesn't want these can I move them? And will they live?
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GardenGnome
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They appear to be in some type of container in the ground from what I see in the picture unless that is just a type of border around the base of the trees. If that is so, it should be easier to transplant them.
Even if that is not the case, I would still do it. Just make sure to dig as to not cut up too many roots close to the trees and dig a couple feet down under it. They don't appear all that big so transplanting should not be too hard. Most citrus trees in my area don't produce fruit until later in the year and are ready for harvesting near early November. Transplanting these may set back their growth for this year but I see no reason why they shouldn't survive.
Even if that is not the case, I would still do it. Just make sure to dig as to not cut up too many roots close to the trees and dig a couple feet down under it. They don't appear all that big so transplanting should not be too hard. Most citrus trees in my area don't produce fruit until later in the year and are ready for harvesting near early November. Transplanting these may set back their growth for this year but I see no reason why they shouldn't survive.
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They don't look very big. I'm not an expert but in general, you'd want to get as much rootball as you can, especialy when trees/shrubs are not dormant. Roots will extend beyond drip line. You'll want to dig straight down at first, then diagonally towards the center.
I think it would be courteous to supply soil to replace the amount you'll be taking with you unless the neighbor has specifically said that's not necessary.
It would be best to have where you are going to plant them dug and prepped, but you can also bring tarps or burlap to wrap the rootball in and keep watered until you are ready to plant -- hopefully with in the next few days.
I think it would be courteous to supply soil to replace the amount you'll be taking with you unless the neighbor has specifically said that's not necessary.
It would be best to have where you are going to plant them dug and prepped, but you can also bring tarps or burlap to wrap the rootball in and keep watered until you are ready to plant -- hopefully with in the next few days.
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