Once you've divided your hostas, replant them at their original depth. Walz recommends a hole that's at least twice the width ...

It's best to divide hostas in the fall so the plant experiences less stress. Hostas pull apart very easily, but if you come across a denser crown, use a sharp, sterile knife to get the job done.

Hostas are generally easy-care plants that add texture and spark to shade gardens but a few extra steps in autumn can make the difference between winter survival and plant loss. When nighttime ...

Dear Master Gardener: I know I will need to divide my hostas in the spring. How do I do it? Answer: Since we seemed to have bypassed winter this year, gardeners are already thinking about springtime ...

Dividing plants is a clever gardening technique that involves separating a plant in half to create a new plant for free. Most perennials benefit from division every two to three years to maintain ...

While a hosta does not need to be divided, the best time is at spring emergence. If divided later, the new plant may not have the best form during its first year. Sagae hosta is shown at the Kandiyohi ...

Spring is the best time to divide hostas because the shoots are emerging and the leaves haven’t fully unfurled. This reduces ...