Dividing Perennials


Are the perennials in your landscape in decline? Are they blooming less than they used to even though you fertilize and water them regularly? Is the foliage stunted and do the plants lack vigor? It may be that your plants have become too crowded and are in need of dividing. Most perennials need to be divided every 3 to 5 years, some even more often. Keeping plants growing vigorously by dividing them is one way to prevent problems with insects and disease. Vigorously growing plants are often able to tolerate or resist attack by pests. Digging and dividing perennials regularly would be a cultural practice. Fall and spring are the times for dividing most perennials. You will likely have extra plants so share or exchange some with neighbors or friends..