Expert Tips for Dividing Daylilies in the Fall

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Want to grow a beautiful, healthy garden on a budget? Learn how to split daylilies in the fall with these simple tips.

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When the plant is going dormant in the fall, grab a spade shovel to divide them.

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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.

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Start with an outer edge of the plant. Dig the shovel underneath the plants and avoid slicing the roots as much as possible.

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Daylilies need a little effort to divide them but they usually lift out of the ground pretty easily with a few simple digs around the whole plant.

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Don’t worry about injuring plants during this process. They will regenerate, bounce back, and appreciate the effort you put in.

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Once the divisions are out, transplant them as soon as possible.

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Some plants are much tougher to divide than others. But it is well worth the effort. Daylilies usually divide with ease.

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