Potting basics: when to transplant?
 

I took a cutting from a shrub about 2 months ago and potted it up. It
has rooted nicely, but is obviously still a small plant.

Question: Can I safely transfer this to the garden over the next few
weeks, so it can get established prior to winter.
Or should I leave it in the pot outside over the winter?

Bruce

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I took a cutting from a shrub about 2 months ago and potted it up. It
has rooted nicely, but is obviously still a small plant.

Question: Can I safely transfer this to the garden over the next few
weeks, so it can get established prior to winter.
Or should I leave it in the pot outside over the winter?


What kind of shrub is it? Assuming it's a hardy plant. I would plant it out
now if it has a good bunch of roots. It should take off OK. With the proviso
that it might be a good idea to cover it if its first winter gets severe.

Steve

If those are your only two choices I would plant....if you do not plant
suggest at least 'plant' the pot so that the roots get some protection from
the surrounding soil......H




wrote in message
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I took a cutting from a shrub about 2 months ago and potted it up. It
has rooted nicely, but is obviously still a small plant.

Question: Can I safely transfer this to the garden over the next few
weeks, so it can get established prior to winter.
Or should I leave it in the pot outside over the winter?

Bruce