It seems that it has always been far easier for me to transplant when the plant is dry as it comes right out the pot and doesn't fall apart. I am not sure if this is the best way to do it though and have heard many conflicting opinions on it. Which do you do and which do you prefer. Thanks!
I transplant when it's dry or slightly moist. Just because it's less messy, not for a strategic advantage. But I've never had an issue transplanting.
I water good about 1 hour before I transplant. I feel it helps the soil from falling apart better and if it does it is less traumatic. My last transplant was an auto flower. I transplanted from red cup at week 2 to a 1 gallon pot and at week 3 I transplanted to a 5 gallon. My soil broke apart pretty bad and disturbed the root ball a lot but it did not skit a beat. I think the more important thing is to let the plant get just a little root bound to the root ball holds together good.