Raptorfan, I am not sure what your local conditions are like at the moment, but usually plants are best moved in Spring or Fall, when the soil thaws and the chances of frost are slim. This should be done before the plant leafs out, (when it is still dormant) and should help to minimize transplant shock. You will certainly want to move it before the weather gets too warm. Many people like to 'prune' the roots first in order to help minimize shock as well. You dig a spade in a circle around the outer edge of the rootball (not too close to the plant, you are not trying to cut off all of the roots, just trim them), and then let it be for a few weeks. Oftentimes when using this method it is a good idea to backfill the crevice with loamy soil. After 2-3 weeks the entire root ball is dug up, and then moved to the new location. Before you begin, dig a good sized hole and amend it with a bit of compost or other humus rich soil. Be sure to mix in some of the native soil with the compost as well. Water the plant after transplanting to help the soil to settle around the roots. Roses prefer a site in full sun, but you may find that New Dawn will tolerate part sun. You will want to wait before fertilizing it. Depending on how large the plant currently is, you may want to prune it back a little; this is something that is often done when transplanting various plants, trees & shrubs that also helps the plant to develop its' new root system as it will have less top growth to support. In order to help the plant grow onto its' new support, you should tie it on (as the new shoots grow) with garden twine (we use sisal twine, which will eventually decompose, but you can use many many different things). Do not tie the stems too tightly (you don't want anything that will constrict the canes as they grow) just enough to give it some support and grow freely. These ties should be checked a few times during the growing season to ensure that they are not restricting growth or getting in the way, and are still secure, etc. When digging your rose up, be sure to try and keep the root ball intact. Do not pull on the stems, or carry it by the stems; it should be handled with care. New Dawn is usually a very vigorous rose, but how long it will take to become a 'good size' it depends on the age of the plant and exposure, and so on. Over time it grows to approximately 12 - 18 feet in height x 6-10 feet in width. Good luck with your transplanting! -Plantenthusiast_2008

Obviously a month late to your post but even now, I'd still move them if you really want to. I have an abundant number of hardy hibiscus so I don't mind if I lose a couple due to a harsh move though. If it was a one of a kind or something, I might take pause or be extra careful with the move. That said, I haven't lost any from moves. Just moved four within the last few weeks partially because none of them died so I have more than I expected. I was pressed for time so it was kind of a hatchet job, even for me, but I kept them somewhat moist and all the transplants are doing quite fine.

There are different grades of PVC. The plastic water pipes are PVC as well, but a different grade and thickness) (e.g. Schedule 40 PVC) and hot water pipes are heat-stabilized (CPVC). The pipes used for PVC framing are usually the water pipes (right diameter and strength - and also safe for consumption), but even the sewer PVC pipe are safe to grow food crops over/around.

Just curious...what lilies are you planting in the ground? "Plantanswers" has an article on the types that can be gown in Texas and the culture of each: www.plantanswers.com/arcadia_pages/lilum%20formosanum.htm Good luck with your lilies!