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About Jim Hyland
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I am an expert in Forestry, Forest Entomology, Forest Pest Control, and Forest Health. Extensive knowledge in Identification of insects and diseases of trees. Expert on Bark beetles and other insects that attack forests. Also a Registrated Forester with extensive knowledge in the management and care of forests.

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34 years as State Pest Management Chief in a Southern state. Extensive knowledge in Forestry.

BS with major in Forest Management and Entomology
Registered Forester
Certified Pesticide Appicator
 
   

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Trees - Moving a tree


Expert: Jim Hyland - 7/6/2009

Question
Last year I had the golden locust in my front yard cut down. Although I loved it, it was too close to the other trees.  Now, from its roots, I have new trees coming up--- or are they just "suckers"?  Anyway, can I dig them up and plant them in my back yard where they'll have more room to grow and be beautiful?
Thanks.

Answer
If they have their own root system they can be dug and transplanted. Check the sprouts root system it  maybe from the parent root (large root) and if so it will be difficult to dug a good root system to transplant. It would be worth the try but the success will be better if you wait until he hardwood drop their leaves in the fall. Transplanting trees in the hot summer give them a lower chance to survive.

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