Transplanting is the technique of moving a plant from one location to another in agriculture and gardening. This is often done by starting a plant from seed in optimal conditions, such as in a greenhouse or protected nursery bed, then replanting it in another, usually outdoor, growing location. Transplanting has a variety of applications, including extending the growing season by starting plants indoors before outdoor conditions are favorable, protecting young plants from diseases and pests until they are sufficiently established, and avoiding germination problems by setting out seedlings instead of direct seeding. Different species and varieties react differently to transplanting, and avoiding transplant shock, the stress or damage received in the process, is the principal concern. Plants raised in protected conditions usually need a period of acclimatization, known as hardening off, and root disturbance should be minimized.

In gardening, transplanting is another way of getting something planted or moved to the right place. There are two ways to transplant: buy plants and transplant them or move plants already growing in your garden. The basic steps of transplanting are the same, which include watering well before transplanting, taking the plants out of the cell packs and arranging them in the garden, firming the soil around each plant, and watering with a gentle spray to soak the soil. The best time to transplant lettuce and greens is in the morning or on a cloudy day to protect the plants from direct sun while they make the quick transition from pot to the soil.

Transplantation is the technique in which a plant is moved from one location to another. It involves growing seedlings or seeds in a piece of well-managed and protected land, then moving them to another location.

In horticulture, transplanting is the process of removing a plant or tree from one location and resetting it in the ground at another. Most small deciduous trees may be moved with no soil. The tree is usually set out at approximately the depth it stood before moving, and planting is done as quickly as possible after digging, protecting the roots from sun and wind and keeping them moist.

To have a productive garden, transplants are used for many common vegetables, such as tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, and more. New gardeners might not start out growing their own transplants, but as skills and knowledge grow, there are even more advantages to producing your own transplants. The availability of the specific cultivar desired is ensured, and fewer insects and diseases are introduced to a garden from homegrown transplants. The main goal in transplanting is to avoid root disturbance as much as possible, and little damage occurs with...