How to Divide & Transplant Hostas in Your Yard
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“Do you have some areas in your landscape that need filling in? If so, hostas can be perfect for getting the job done. Separating old and large hosta plants is the perfect way to get free plants for your space. But the trick is knowing how to divide and transplant hostas properly. If done right, you can enjoy a beautiful yard for years to come. So how do you successfully transplant hostas? Try these tips below for transplanting hostas so you can make sure you do the job right!”
When to divide hostas is simple. Two times of year provide the best conditions for digging and transplanting hostas: early spring or early fall. Either time-frame yields roughly a four-week window that’s ideal for splitting hostas. Wait too long in spring, and your recently dug hostas will encounter hot summer temps, which reduce chances of survival. Wait too long in fall, and winter cold can kill plants.So if you want to fill in some space in your landscape, take advantage of the hostas you already have or save money on buying them by following these easy directions for dividing and transplanting them.
How to Divide & Transplant Hostas in Your Yard