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Why plant or transplant in fall? Several great reasons Now that cooler weather has moved in, it's a great time to think about adding new trees, shrubs and perennials to your landscape. Where do you have bare spaces? Where would you like to add more color or seasonal interest? Fall is also a good time to move plants that aren't doing well in their current location. Do you have plants in your yard that could use more (or less) sunshine, or plants that are crowded by other nearby plants? Why plant or transplant in fall? There are several great reasons to add new plants or move existing plants in the fall. Less plant stress Cooler fall temperatures mean less stress for your plants. Without hot sun to scorch them and hot temperatures to dry them out, plants will experience less transplant shock. They will suffer less in the transition from nursery pots to your garden bed. Less need to water Cooler temperatures also mean your new plants will need less water. You will need to water deeply when you first put the new plants in the ground. And if it doesn't rain, you will need to water regularly to help them get established. The rainy season is likely to start soon. When it does, your plants may receive enough water from the sky and you can stop dragging hoses around your yard. Plants build strong roots Planting in fall gives your plants a good jump start for the next season. In the fall plants are getting ready for winter by establishing roots.