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When transplanting it, align this ribbon to the same direction as its previous location. This is called "sun orientation", and is important to observe because it eases the sapling's adaptation as it adjusts to the new location. For example, tie a colored ribbon to north side of the tree, and plant with this ribbon facing north. This will ensure that the soil is moist when you need to dig up the plant. Just be sure not to overwater, as too much water can hinder growth. Consistently watering for several days before you transfer the plant will help the soil stay clumped to the plant's root ball. The root ball of your selected sapling should be between 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm) for each 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the trunk's diameter at chest height. For example, if your tree has a trunk diameter of 1 inch (2.5 cm), the diameter of the root ball should be 16 to 24 inches (41 to 61 cm). You can also measure the root ball after digging it out for better accuracy. However, estimating will give you a good idea of how to dig around the ball to minimize damage to the tree's roots. Use a round-point shovel to cut a circle around the root system of the sapling. Cut into the soil as deep as you can so that you preserve the roots intact, and always make sure that the root ball does not break.  If the ground is firm enough and has moisture, you can cut around and down below the main root mass and remove it intact without disturbing  the roots. Limit yourself to trees with a trunk diameter of 2 inches (5.1 cm) or less. Anything bigger should be transplanted by an experienced contractor. Moving the tree to its new hole is much easier (and less messy) when it's wrapped in a plastic or cloth. For soil that is loose and sandy, it's a necessity. Purchase plastic or a tarp from local home hardware or garden stores. If you can pull the tree up with most of the roots still in soil, you can carry it a short distance to replant it. Walk slowly and handle it gently to avoid shaking, jarring, or other action to the root ball. This will decrease the chances of the tree's survival by loosening the soil and leading to excess air exposure that dries out the roots. Saplings with large taproots and large roots extending from the trunk are likely unsuitable for transplanting. If you have to haul your sapling to another location, set it in the center of your plastic or burlap fabric, draw the fabric around it to support the roots and soil, and tie it off with twine around the trunk. Avoid shaking the root ball during transportation. This will loosen the loosen the soil around the roots and allow air to reach them, causing them to dry out.

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Tag the direction the sapling is facing with a ribbon prior to removal. Water the area of the young tree 3 to 4 days prior to transplanting. Estimate the radius of the root ball. Dig up the sapling 12 inches (30 cm) from the base of the tree. Place a plastic or burlap cloth on the ground beside the tree. Grab the sapling from the bottom and lift it out of the hole. Roll your root ball onto plastic or burlap fabric for far transfers.