Large Tree Transplanting

Timing is everything when moving large trees.  The weight of equipment and tree can weigh over 25 tons so ground conditions need to be firm and solid to avoid damage to the golf course.   If ground conditions are not solid, equipment can leave deep ruts destroying irrigation pipes and drain lines that are underground.  Time of year is important for tree planting, cool temperatures 0 to 60 degrees is preferred and if no water is available, plant during wet periods early spring, fall and winter.  At MCC we take advantage of the winter months for moving large trees, the frozen ground 4" or more can support the heavy weight of equipment and tree of 25 tons with little to no damage to the golf course.  Insulating areas with straw usually a bail of straw at each site prior to ground freezing makes for easier digging.  This tree was moved from the 14 green area and planted to hide the pool score board from the 18 fairway.