From Ground: Start by watering the imperial bromeliad plant until the soil is damp. Use a garden trowel or shovel to dig a circle around the plant, maintaining a good distance to ensure you do not harm the root ball. Once you've circulated the plant with diggings, gently lift the plant from the ground, keeping as much of the root ball intact as possible.
From Pot: If imperial bromeliad is in a pot, begin by watering the plant. Then, place your hand on top of the soil with the plant stem in between your fingers. Turn the pot upside down and gently tap it to release the plant. You may need to run a knife around the inside of the pot to loosen the soil.
From Seedling Tray: To remove imperial bromeliad from a seedling tray, water the tray first. Then, gently push the base of the seedling cell to lift the plant and its root ball. Be careful not to pull on the plant stem.
