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Transplanting Burning Bush in Ohio: Referral to Archived Step-by-Step Guide

West central Ohio gardener wants to transplant an 8-year-old, 3–4 ft burning bush to replace a dead one. Dry weather concern.

Answer

The expert's very first AllExperts answer (7/8/09) covered transplanting spirea—same technique for any shrub. Detailed step-by-step instructions are archived on the AllExperts site under:

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Follow those instructions. Key for dry weather: water thoroughly before/after, mulch heavily, consider fall timing if possible.

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