Rejuvenate your bee balm and keep it in check! Learn the best time and steps for dividing monarda for healthier, more vibrant plants and beautiful summer blooms.
When the plant is breaking ground in the spring or going dormant in the fall, grab a spade shovel to divide them.
Look at the plant and determine where the natural lines of division are. If there aren't any, aim to split them in half if possible.
Start with an outer edge of the plant. Dig the shovel underneath the plants and avoid slicing the roots as much as possible.
Monarda requires minimal effort to divide. They usually lift out of the ground pretty easily with a few simple digs around the whole plant.
Don’t worry about injuring plants during this process. They will regenerate, bounce back, and appreciate the effort you put in.
Once the divisions are out, transplant them as soon as possible.
Some plants are much tougher to divide than others. But it is well worth the effort. Bee balm usually divides with ease.
Follow along to learn more about dividing perennials.