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Moving a Shrub

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Moving a shrub can be a relatively quick and easy project. For bigger shrubs, recruit a helping hand.
Step 1: Dig the hole for the shrub's new location
Dig the new hole for the plant first to minimize exposing the roots to the air. Use a ground cloth to contain the soil for easy cleanup. The new hole should be at least 30% larger than the root ball of the shrub that you are transplanting. Loosen the soil on the sides of the hole to allow room for the roots to expand.
Loosen the soil on the sides of the hole.

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Minimize the amount of time that the shrub roots are exposed to the air.

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