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Dividing/Hostas

Hello, gatherers this week I went ahead and separated some of my hosta plants to replant them around the garden see below for instructions on how to get started if you would like to do the same. I will share a video below to show you how resilient these plants are.

Step-by-Step Division Guide

Time it Right: Early Spring, just as the bullet-shaped leaves emerge, is ideal because you can see where to cut without damaging full foliage.
Lift the Clump: Dig a circle 6–8 inches away from the plant to avoid cutting the roots, then pry the root ball out

Clean and Inspect: Shake or wash away soil to view the crown (the knobby base).
Cut the Divisions: Use a sharp knife, garden saw, or spade to cut through the crown. For large, old plants, it is fine to cut them into several pieces.
Replant Immediately: Plant divisions at the same depth they were previously growing.
Water Well: Water the new, relocated plants thoroughly to help them establish.

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