Toledo, Ohio gardener has seven 14-year-old burning bushes to relocate. Mild winter this year. Asks feasibility, timing, technique.
Don't do it. At 14 years, they're large. Root spread = canopy spread. Moving them = massive root balls, backbreaking work, high failure risk.
Buy new plants. They'll establish faster, cost less in labor, and you can choose optimal locations.
If determined to try, expert will detail technique—but strongly advises against it.
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