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root division

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noun

  1. the act or process of reproducing plants by a division of roots or crowns.


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All the Starworts are easily increased by root division any time.

From Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers Describing the Most Desirable Plants, for Borders, Rockeries, and Shrubberies. by Wood, John

It is propagated by root division when in a dormant state.

From Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers Describing the Most Desirable Plants, for Borders, Rockeries, and Shrubberies. by Wood, John

Grow in sandy peat and multiply by root division.

From Gardening for the Million by Pink, Alfred

It is propagated by root division after the foliage has died off.

From Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers Describing the Most Desirable Plants, for Borders, Rockeries, and Shrubberies. by Wood, John

Propagated by root division during late autumn or early spring.

From Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers Describing the Most Desirable Plants, for Borders, Rockeries, and Shrubberies. by Wood, John

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