How to Transplant Wild Aster

Dig around the perimeter of the plant to loosen the roots. Carefully lift the plant from the ground, along with a large soil mass.

Place the plant in a shady location and keep the roots moist. For best results, transplant wild asters on a cool, overcast day as bright sunlight dries the roots quickly.

Plant the wild aster in an environment similar to its natural environment. Growing conditions for wild asters vary widely. Some thrive in shady, wooded areas or meadows while others grow best in bright sunlight or poor, rocky soil. Most wild asters require well-drained soil, although some varieties grow best in moist, boggy soil.

Dig a hole at least as twice as large as the aster's root ball. Place the plant in the hole at the same soil depth it was growing in its original location.

Water the plant thoroughly after planting. For the first two weeks, water to a depth of about 6 inches whenever the top two to three inches of soil feels dry to the touch.

Water the plant in a manner keeping with its natural environment once the aster establishes itself. If the plant originally grew in a moist, wooded area, keep the soil evenly moist. If the plant grew in a dry area, water sparingly and allow the soil to dry between waterings.

Spread three to four inches of natural mulch such as bark chips or chopped leaves around the plant to keep protect its roots and conserve moisture. Mulch is especially important if you transplant the aster in autumn.