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Holly trees too close together.

johno1000 · 2014-04-19 19:38:03

Quick one, I have 3 different holly trees/plants varying from 6-10yrs old. Problem is they're too close together- about 18 inches @ base. tallest about 6 1/2 feet. is it too late to separate/move apart? I'm a newbie so cant post pics.

19-04-2014 8:38pm

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Quick one, I have 3 different holly trees/plants varying from 6-10yrs old. Problem is they're too close together- about 18 inches @ base. tallest about 6 1/2 feet. is it too late to separate/move apart?
I'm a newbie so cant post pics.

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#2 19-04-2014 8:40pm

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At even 6 years you will find that the roots are very established and intertwined with the other trees, it would really not be a good idea to try and move any of them. You could cut out the middle one, even then I would be cautious about trying to get the root up as it will cause too much disturbance to the others.

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