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Introduction to Dividing Perennials

Mastering this technique is the best way to get more plants for free

By Janet Macunovich

Dividing perennials improves the health of mature plants, and also allows you to increase the number of plants in your garden. In this video, author and instructor Janet Macunovich provides an introduction to dividing perennials, as well as an overview of the five different types of roots a plant may have.

Dividing Plants with Surface Roots

Dividing Plants with Taproots

Dividing Plants with Underground Running Roots

Dividing Plants with Woody Roots

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chelleisdiggin 04/17/2017
Simple, easy to understand instructions. Thanks!

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