How to Rejuvenate Old Perennials

This article will teach you how to divide your perennials saving money and keeping your plants healthy.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Shovel
• Spade
• Some fresh soil
• Of Course, your perennial
• Water

1. 
    
   Dividing Iris

   Even though perennials bloom year after year, that does not mean that you can plant them and forget them. When you notice your plants crowding, not blooming as big or as many flowers as usual, or browning from the center of the plant, it is time to divide them and rejuvenate your dirt a little. Usually fall is the best time to divide spring blooming plants and Spring is the best time to divide summer to fall plants. Do this project late in the day or on an overcast day to keep the plants from severe shock.
   
   Dig around the outside edge of the plant, and lift it out of the ground.

2. 
    
   Dividing Hostas

   Divide the plant using your shovel or if loose enough, by hand to a size similar to when it was first put in the ground. Do not worry about damaging the roots. The plant will be fine. Rough up the dirt and add a little nutrition (fresh soil)and work into the dirt assisting the newly divided plants for healthier regrowth. Keep the plants cool and moist.

3. 
    
   Obiediance Plant

   Replant divisions at the same depth they were growing spacing accordingly planning for regrowth. Water generously and firmly pack soil around bottom of plant roots.
   
   You may want to put one of the divisions in its original location. Or share them with friends.

Tips & Warnings

• Choose perennials that multiply quickly, divide easily and are simple to propagate.
• Shop clearance sales at garden centers. Many clear out inventory by July, so patience pays off, literally.
• Share cuttings and divisions with fellow gardeners and neighbors.