From Ground: Start by watering the catchfly prairie gentian to dampen the soil for easy removal. Using a shovel or spade, dig a wide circle around the plant, ensuring you're far enough from the main stem to avoid damaging the roots. The idea is to preserve the root ball. Gently work the spade underneath the root ball and carefully lift it out of the ground.
From a Pot: First, water the catchfly prairie gentian to moisturize the soil. This reduces stress on the plant during transplanting. Tilt the pot sideways and carefully slide the plant out, making sure to keep the root ball intact. If the plant seems stuck, you can lightly tap on the sides and bottom of the pot to loosen it up.
From a Seedling Tray: Water the seedlings and then gently loosen the soil around the individual catchfly prairie gentian plant. Carefully lift the seedling by holding it by a leaf, not the stem, and make sure to carry as much of the root system as you can.