Transplanting Crepe Myrtle Suckers and Seedlings

Identify Suckers vs. Seedlings

Suckers are attached to mother plant's roots; seedlings have independent root systems. Dig carefully to determine.

Transplanting Suckers

• Dig down side of sucker; find runner, cut after ensuring adequate roots.
• Most suckers survive with minimal roots.
• Plant in hole wide/deep enough for roots; side-dress with composted manure.
• Water weekly if no rain.

Seedling in Rose Bush

Best to sacrifice it. Removing would require digging up the rose. Alternatively, try gently pulling with some roots, but rose trauma is high.