Transplanting a 25-Year-Old Forsythia in Spring

Unconventional Timing Can Work

Moving a massive forsythia in leaf (spring) is not ideal but doable. Prune severely to 1-2 ft, dig large root ball with help, divide into basketball-sized sections with thick roots, replant in manure-amended holes, water heavily, mulch.

Division Guidelines

• Each division needs thick roots and several stems.
• Use a saw for clean cuts.
• Side-dress with composted cow manure.

Forsythia is rugged; it should recover and bloom next year.