If you are thinking of digging up hostas and replant them, make sure to take note of the following before doing so.
It is difficult to grow new plants from the roots of a plant that has been dug out, but it is possible. Make sure to dig out only the soil that has been around the plant, not the entire root ball. It is best to wait for two years before replanting hostas in a new location.
Digging up plants can be done in two ways: with a shovel or with your hands. If you are short on time and can't remove all of the roots, then try using a shovel first and if it doesn't work use your hands instead.