I’ve gotten this question several times this month. I hope this means the housing market is improving. I talked about transplanting in summer heat about 2 months ago. Summer is never the best time to move plants or trees, but we can’t always wait for the best time. When the choice is move it or lose it, I choose move it. At least you stand a chance of succeeding.
With a bit, (OK, a lot), of TLC, summer transplanting can be done. Water and shade are the 2 key components to successfully reestablishing your plants. Water the plants before you dig them and keep them well watered for the rest of the season. With less of a root system, it could take only a day for your plants to desiccate and die after transplanting, so be diligent. Whether you're moving a whole garden or just a few plants, here's a Quick Tip for Transplanting Perennial Plants in the Summer, with all the whatnots and wherefores of watering.
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The thing to do if you are thinking about moving house is to pot up at least a part of the plant you want to take with you so you can pick the best time of year to achieve a successful move. Well-watered pots have all survived my moves in the past.