When is the best time to relocate (dig and move) plants in the landscape?
It is best to relocate plants during the dormant season, which means anytime from October to March. It is best to root prune the plant the year before (also during the dormant season) to encourage the growth of a strong root system within a confined area. The publication listed below provides detailed guidelines for root pruning, transplanting, and maintenance. For more information, check out this on-line publication: Transplanting Established Shrubs Return to Home Horticulture: Frequently Asked Questions What type of plants are good for wet areas? Consult the publication below for a list of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials adapted to wet sites in North Carolina: Qualifiers for Quagmires: Landscape Plants for Wet Sites Return to Home Horticulture: Frequently Asked Questions What type of plants are good for shady areas? Full sun? The publication Gardening in the Shade provides a list of plants that perform well in the shade. Drought-Tolerant Plants for North Carolina Landscapes
