From Ground: Start by
watering turkey oak to moisten the soil. This makes it easier to remove the plant without causing damage to the root system. Following this, dig a wide circle around turkey oak using a shovel or spade, trying to ensure the plant's root ball remains intact. Once the trench is wide enough, carefully work the spade or shovel under the root ball to lift turkey oak without causing any harm.
From Pot: Water turkey oak and wait until water drains out from the bottom of the pot, which ensures a moist root ball for easier removal. Then, lay the pot sideways and gently coax turkey oak out. If the plant is stuck, you may need to use a gardening fork to tease out the roots.
From Seedling Tray: Water turkey oak to keep the roots moist. Gently pull turkey oak from its cell, taking care to handle it by its leaves, not by its stem or roots. For stubborn seedlings, it might be necessary to push from the bottom of the cell to free them.
