Unlock The Secret To A Thriving Garden: Master The Art Of Dividing Your Hostas!

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To add to your shade garden without spending any money, learn how to divide Hostas the right way so you end up with healthy, thriving plants.

Start by watering the hosta thoroughly a day or two before dividing it.
Dig the holes for the new Hostas before digging up the existing plant. Dig one fewer hole than the number of divisions if returning the original Hosta to its original spot.
Carefully dig around the hosta’s root ball with a spade or garden fork, starting a few inches from the base. Gently lift the plant out of the ground.
Identify natural divides between the Hosta eyes. Use sharp pruning shears, a knife, a spade, or two garden forks to cut or pry the root ball into sections, ensuring each section has a healthy portion of roots.
Place each division into its new hole, ensuring the crown is at the same level as it was originally. Fill the hole with a mixture of soil and compost, gently firming it around the roots to eliminate air pockets.
Water the newly planted divisions immediately to settle the soil and reduce transplant shock. Continue to water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist until the plants are established.
Apply a layer of mulch around the base of each Hosta. Keep the mulch a few inches away from the plant’s crown.