Twistee Hazel question

Hi All, I have a small twisted hazel growing, and it has sent out some straight branches that are much higher now that the hazel itself. There are catkins on the hazel though not on the straigh branches. Could I still cut off the straight ones now, as I understand they will grow to dominate the hazel, and I don't want them too, or have I left it too late, and they will have to stay until the autumn. Any advice will be appreciated.

soaplady

I agree, the straight stems are suckers coming from the rootstock. Cut them off as close to the roots as possible.

Perhaps not the ideal time of year to be digging it up - dormant time in winter would've been better. But as you say it's in the wrong place, & it'll only get bigger if you leave it another season. Better to try to shift it while it's small, with a bit of luck it'll survive the move.

I have one that lives in a pot quite happily. It threw out a few straight suckers 4 years ago which I lopped off, but none since then.

As it has no leaves yet it should be fine to move it as long as you give it the care Kris advised  Make sure any manure is well rotted though