Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A walk way surrounded by hostas - Mint Images/Getty Images The hosta is a fantastic foliage plant, adding texture and color to ...

Hostas are some of the easiest perennial plants to divide, and this task is something you'll want to do periodically to keep them healthy and lush. An almost perfect shade plant, they do appreciate ...

Credit: Spring weather brings an array of garden chores, such as bed preparation, planting, and winter cleanup. Another task to add to that list is dividing your perennials. While many plants are ...

Hostas are an easy way to add interest to the garden because of their large, vivid leaves. The perennials grow well in shady areas, are easy to propagate if you want to expand your grouping, and don’t ...

If you want to expand the collection of your best-performing perennials, fall is a great time to do it. Dividing perennials is a quick and easy way to get multiple new plants from one clump, and for ...

Spring isn’t the only time of year to get gardening. Late summer and fall are also good times to do some work on your yard and garden. Some popular plants are best placed in the ground during this ...

Fall is made for dividing perennials, and this knowledge provides a key tool for gardeners to control growth, revive crowded beds and prepare for stronger returns in spring. When done with intention, ...

It's best to divide hostas in the fall so the plant experiences less stress. Hostas pull apart very easily, but if you come across a denser crown, use a sharp, sterile knife to get the job done.