From Ground: First, water the western juniper to moisten the soil around the roots to make it easier to remove. Use a shovel to dig a wide trench around the plant, maintaining a safe distance from the trunk to prevent damage to the root ball. Once the trench is deep enough, carefully loosen the soil under the root ball and lift the western juniper from its original location.
From Pot: Water the western juniper well before removing it from the pot. This makes the plant easier to remove. Turn the pot upside down while gently holding the western juniper at its base, and pat the bottom until the plant and root ball slide out.
From Seedling Tray: Gently hold the western juniper at its base, and use a small tool like a fork or spoon to lift the seedling out of the tray. Take care to lift the entire root ball and avoid damage to the plant.
