Divide and Conquer: Perennials Edition
When perennials start getting crowded, blooming less, or simply outgrowing their space, it may be time to divide and conquer! In this episode of Hort Culture, the crew digs into the why, when, and how of dividing and transplanting perennial plants. From irises, peonies, daylilies, asters, and coneflowers to bulbs like daffodils and crocuses, we talk about which plants are good candidates for division, signs that a plant may be getting overcrowded, and practical tips for digging, dividing, replanting, and sharing your extras with fellow gardeners. We also discuss plants that don't appreciate being disturbed, what to expect after transplanting, and why your newly divided plants might need a little time before they're ready to put on another big show. Along the way, there's plenty of the usual Hort Culture fun, including rare pine propagation, sentimental plants, daffodil enthusiasm, questionable tulip longevity, and the realities of gardening when plants don't always cooperate. Whether you're rejuvenating an old perennial bed, moving a plant to a better location, or just looking for an excuse to share plants with friends, grab your shovel and join us for a little division in the garden! SPRING FLOWERING BULBS FOR KENTUCKY GARDENS [https://horticulture.mgcafe.uky.edu/sites/horticulture.ca.uky.edu/files/5204springbulbs.pdf] Iris and Peony Growing Information [https://daviess.mgcafe.uky.edu/sites/daviess.ca.uky.edu/files/20240427%20Iris%20and%20Peony%20Bring%20Back%20Memories%20in%20the%20Spring.pdf] K State Dividing and Planting Peonies, Iris and Daylilies [https://www.johnson.k-state.edu/programs/lawn-garden/agent-articles-fact-sheets-and-more/agent-articles/emg-fact-sheets/perennials-docs/Dividing%20and%20Planting%20Peonies%20Iris%20and%20Daylilies%202022.pdf] Dividing Perennials [https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/yardandgarden/dividing-perennials/] Questions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: [email protected] Check us out on Instagram! [https://www.instagram.com/hortculturepodcast/]