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Trees spread their roots deep and wide, and uprooting breaks a number of these roots. Not all uprooted trees can be saved, but in some cases you may successfully revive the tree by replanting it. Even those successfully replanted trees can suffer transplant shock, however, so post-replanting care is very important.

The best time for summer pruning is after a flush of blooms. Summer rosebush trimming consists of deadheading, removing dead wood, and shaping the bush.

Shrubs up to 3 feet tall and trees an inch or less in diameter (measured 6 inches above the soil level) can be moved without digging a solid root ball. These and most plants 3 to 4 years old may be moved as bare root transplants. Larger or older plants will need to be dug and transplanted with the root ball intact.

Roses are extremely sensitive when it comes to transplanting, and if they are not handled correctly during the process, they will go into shock. The best time to transplant a rosebush is in early spring while it is still dormant. However, situations may arise that necessitate moving blooming roses.

Cut a piece of rose stem about 6 inches long, remove the bottom set of leaves, and just stick the stem into the ground (or into a pot) a couple inches deep, and cover with a jar or bottle. You will need to periodically water the soil around the jar, otherwise the rose stem will dry out.