Transplanting an established climber

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I've only just planted several climbers all around the perimeter of my back garden. The white jasmin which is already flowering I've had before and love it. I know it's a vigorous climber and have it in a lovely sunny spot.
My question is and I am planning forwards here, is it's been planted in a spot that I know will be becoming a building should I ever save enough to do the extension I want to do.
Whilst it's still early and I have a chance should I move it based on the hypothetical that I might one day be rich enough to do the extension or would it be impossible to save it later on.
TIA
 
I would try transplanting it now, when it is more or less dormant, if you can dig the roots in as big a rootball as you can manage. I've successfully transplanted shrubs more than once (late in the year) but not a climber so I can't say whether it would be successful for you.
 
It could be worth taking some slips off it and trying to get them to grow just in case the move doesn't work out too well or if the clippings take off, you won't need to worry about the original plant.

Found this [broken link removed] ( as I haven't tried clippings from white jasmine myself)
Q. A friend gave me jasmine and bougainvillea clippings. I put them in water and covered the lower part with plastic. What is the best way to get them to grow?
A. Many gardeners have better luck rooting cuttings directly in soil than they do rooting the cuttings in water. Prepare the cuttings by removing all foliage that would be under water or under the soil. Then, if you wish, add a bit of rooting hormone to the ends of the cuttings. (Rooting hormone should be available from your local garden center.) Remove any flowers and flower buds you see, then insert the cuttings into soil. Keep them out of direct sun and keep them well watered. After several weeks, they may root and begin to grow.


You may find more help on-line as to when is the best time to do this ( I would guess springtime)
 
Thanks guys. I only planted a week ago and have decided to move it this weekend while I can. You never know I might win the lotto yet for the extension :)
 
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