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06.06.2023 - 17:58 / gardenerspath.com / Kristine Lofgren
When and How to Divide Hosta PlantsOf all those garden chores we do, dividing plants might be one of my favorites. Not only does it make my hostas happier and healthier, but I get a bunch of new plants to fill up empty spots in my garden… for free!
There are several reasons to divide your perennials.
The first is if you want to reproduce your plant to put starts in new places or expand your existing bed. The second is to reduce the size of a plant if it’s growing larger than you prefer.
And the third reason is to refresh the plant if the center starts to turn yellow or become sparse, or if it isn’t sending up flowers.
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Crowded plants can never reach their full potential, and let’s be honest: crowding defeats the purpose of growing ornamentals. Without enough space, plants look shabby and detract from the overall appearance of your garden.
Diving plants is a multi-purpose gardening endeavor, allowing you to improve the health of your plants while gaining free ones at the same time. If it’s time to divide your hostas, for whatever reason, we’re here to help.
Here’s everything this guide will cover:
I can’t wait to get started, so here we go!
When to Divide HostasIn general, most plants do better if you divide them in the spring or fall, hostas included.
The reason for this is that there is less chance of heat stress and of the plant drying out. Spring and fall weather tends to be more moist with lower temperatures than in the summer.
I personally prefer the fall because hostas are getting ready to go dormant and the leaves aren’t demanding lots of water and nutrients.
Flowering is usually finished, and the plant will have
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