From Ground: If your virginia pepperweed is planted in the ground, you should first water it to dampen the soil. This will make it easier to remove. Next, use your shovel or spade to dig a wide trench around the plant, ensuring to maintain the integrity of the root ball. Finally, carefully slide the spade beneath the root ball to lift the plant, making sure no roots are torn or damaged in the process.
From Pot: To remove virginia pepperweed from a pot, you should invert it while carefully holding the plant's stem between your fingers. If the plant refuses to come out, you can use a small spade or your fingers to loosen the soil around the edges. Finally, give the pot a couple of taps, and the plant should slide out effortlessly.
From Seedling Tray: To remove a virginia pepperweed seedling, you should gently squeeze the individual cell or the tray from beneath. Then, the seedling along with soil should pop out quite easily. Handle it carefully by its leaves, avoiding any contact with the fragile stem or roots.
