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Transplanting White Pine in Ohio: Dormant Season Now

Cleveland, OH: two 5-ft white pines planted at 2–3 ft. Want to move. Ideal time? Tips to avoid harm and help recovery.

The expert said: now (dormant) is best. Dig 24″×24″+ root ball. Keep intact. Make water saucer with excess soil. 5 gal water after transplant, then every 7–14 days in hot dry weather. Most kill by overwatering. Buy Espoma Holly-tone, ask nursery for application.

Transplant Steps

Timing: dormant (now).
Root ball: 24″+ square.
Water: 5 gal, then 7–14 days.
Don't overwater.
Fertilize with Holly-tone.

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