Summer Tree Transplanting: Pro Techniques for Success

Beyond the Ideal Season

Trees are best transplanted when dormant (late fall to early spring). But with antitranspirants, summer moves can succeed.

How Antitranspirants Work

Transpiration pulls water from roots through leaf stomata. Antitranspirants reduce water loss two ways:

• Foliar spray: Clear coating on leaves physically blocks stomata, reducing water loss, UV damage, windburn, and insect damage.
• Root soak: Contains abscisic acid (ABA), a natural trigger that closes stomata internally, lowering transpiration.

Application Protocol

Apply both 24+ hours before digging. Effects last up to three weeks. Products are concentrates, diluted with water, eco-friendly, and easy to use.

Why It Matters

Construction schedules don’t always align with dormancy. These treatments allow arborists to transplant successfully in summer, expanding planting windows.