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How to Dig Up, Move & Replant Shrubs 🌱 | Transplanting Without Killing Them

Gardening With Alan Titchmarsh · 38K views · 10:36

Skill Level

Beginner

Time Required

Half day

Estimated Cost

$0–50

Permit Required

No

Tools Needed

shovel, spade, garden fork, pruning shears, wheelbarrow
If you need to move a shrub in your garden, timing and technique are everything. In this video, I show you exactly how to dig up, move and replant shrubs successfully, without causing shock or long-term damage. Whether you’re redesigning your garden, correcting poor placement, or rescuing an established plant, this step-by-step guide covers: - When is the best time of year to move the most popular shrubs in the UK from Roses to Hydrangeas. - How to dig up shrubs properly to protect the root ball. - How to protect the roots so you can safely move them. - Preparing the new planting hole for success. - Replanting, watering, and aftercare tips to prevent transplant shock. ALAN IS USING: Spade, fork and secateurs from Spear and Jackson - https://rb.gy/6wl4lh Rose, tree and shrub compost from Melcourt - https://rb.gy/f57db8 Outdoor plants from Blue Diamond Garden Centres - https://rb.gy/0ehb4p My name’s Alan Titchmarsh, and I’m absolutely delighted to welcome you to my YouTube channel! I’ve been a gardener for over 60 years and I can safely say that gardening is one of life’s greatest joys, and I can’t wait to share it with you. Whether you have green fingers or just starting out with your very first window box, join me in my garden for practical tips, step-by-step guides, and plenty of friendly advice to help you make the most of your garden — large or small. So pop the kettle on, pull up a chair (or a trowel!), and join me each week as we celebrate the wonderful world of gardening together. Subscribe now and let’s get growing! 🌱 🎵 ALL MUSIC BY NARRATIVE MIND 🎵 https://www.narrativemind.co.uk/ #AlanTitchmarsh #GardeningTips #GardenDesign #PlantCare #GrowYourOwn #OutdoorLiving #GardenAdvice #Horticulture #HomeGardening #GardeningForBeginners