How to Propagate Hosta Plants

Many Hosta plants are prolific growers, and perfect for propagating new plants. When a Hosta becomes too big, it will grow slower and look crowded.

To get new plants from a overgrown hosta, divide in the early spring or late fall. Hostas have a resilient rooting system and are hard to kill, so don't be afraid to try to propagate these plants.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

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   Dig all around the Hosta base with a flat shovel. Dig about 1 foot down, and gently pull up on the shovel with each push.

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   Pick up the plant and gently shake some of the soil off, to see the roots clearly.

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   Make the first cut down the middle, with a kitchen knife or a small saw.

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   Look for stalks of Hosta, that are away from the main group, and cut these off as well. Try to divide in groups of 3 or more.

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   Take the divided piece of Hosta, and place in the desired location. Water well, and begin filling in around the plant.

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   Fill the soil up to the base of the plant. Pack the soil firmly around the roots.

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   Keep watering the transplanted Hosta daily, until the roots have taken hold, and the plant starts to grow larger.

Tips & Warnings

• Fast spreading Hostas, like the variegated Hosta and Diamond Tiara Hosta, can be divided every 2-3 years.

Resources

• eHow Home and Garden Topic Guide

[sonni57]

on 5/27/2009 Thanks for the details on starting new hostas I don't have a green thumb and was clueless.