From Ground: Water the dahlia 'Blue Bell' to dampen the soil for ease of removal. Use a shovel or spade to dig a generous trench around the plant, ensuring the trench is wide enough to encompass the root ball without cutting into it. Work gradually under the root mass to free the plant from the soil with minimal disturbance to its roots.
From Pot: First, water your dahlia 'Blue Bell' to ensure the root ball sticks together. Turn the pot to its side and tap the bottom to loosen the plant. Gently pull the base of the plant or turn the pot upside down while supporting the plant to slide it out.
From Seedling Tray: Water the seedlings lightly to help the roots come out more easily. Using a fork or your fingers, gently tease out the individual dahlia 'Blue Bell' from their cells, being careful not to damage the tender roots.
