Summer Transplant of Live Oak Sapling: High Failure Risk

Moving a 5-Ft Live Oak in August = Mistake

Summer transplant without a root ball, plus manure burn, equals near-certain death. Live oaks are tough but not that tough.

If Trying to Save It

• Mulch 3 in., water 1 in. every 4 days.
• Expect total leaf drop; watch for root sprouts next spring.

Correct Method (Do This Instead)

Wait until leaf drop (fall). Dig with root ball (9–12 in. wide per inch trunk caliper). Plant immediately, water, mulch. No fertilizer until spring.