Dug-up orchids?

[Pinkcat]

Hello everyone,

When I think of a "dug-up" plant, I think of large trees/shrubs wrapped in burlap.
What is a dug-up orchid? (such as from Carter & Holmes)
Is it just a bare root or is it literally dug up from somewhere. If so, where would an orchid be dug up from?
Thanks again for helping!

[Ray]

When orchid seedlings are deflasked, they often go into community pots or typical nursery cell-trays until they are large enough to go into individual pots.

If you are willing to wait, plants "dug up" from the tray can be a great bargain.

[Pinkcat]

Thank you- that makes a ton of sense!!