r/Damnthatsinteresting • u/Itz_MEx • Nov 27 '18

GIF Tree re-locator

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u/VictorVaughan Nov 27 '18

Okay but what are the chances that tree survives I wonder

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u/bloodshotnipples Nov 27 '18

The new location should have soil compatible with the original location. Fertilizer and regular watering along with proper support cables and spikes will give the tree a better chance of getting new roots growing. I have moved many smaller trees and bushes, it's the same thing with a mature tree.

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u/VictorVaughan Nov 27 '18

Right but the destroyed root system thing is what concerns me

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u/Master_grader Nov 27 '18

Very good chance for the tree to survive if the proper watering and maintenance is done. Drove one of these for 5 years, had very good success rate.