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How to transplant a Frangipani tree

Hi,

 

      We have 2x4 foot Frangipani trees which are in the wrong spot (side by side) as they are growing on a lean looking for sunlight.    They were here when we moved in so they are older than 6 years and are healthy.    I attempted to dig out 1 to transplant to a new garden , however there is no root ball as such, just 3 long roots with some fibrous roots at the surface of the soil.    These larger roots are intertwined with the other frangipani and it is turning out to be a nightmare of a job.     I want to move at least 1 of the plants to a new garden.  Can I cut the roots to remove it or will this cause too much stress to the plant.    Can you give me any suggestions on how to do this. 

 

Answer:

 

      Firstly, I think it would be best to leave transplanting Frangipani's till winter.    Once the plant has lost all it's leaves is the best time to transplant.   Once the plant has lost all it's leaves, you will be free to cut the roots back if required.    Don't be afraid of cutting the roots,  Frangipani's are very tough plants and the plant will produce new roots once it has been moved.    One very imporant thing that people should do when transplanting is to Stake the plant!! .     The reason most transplants fail is because forget to use a stake, the plant moves in the wind and the roots do not get a chance to establish.     Treat the plant with a seaweed based soil treatment when the plant starts developing leaves again in spring.

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