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Thu, Jun 16, 05 at 11:23
| The creeping phlox clumps are very large, but the main woody stems are coming off what appears to be a single main root system, is dividing even possible? I think if I divided it like I do hostas, I'm liable to killing the whole darn thing. Can anyone give me tips on how to divide up large clumps of creeping phlox?
Does it take to layering better?
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- Posted by Diane_blue z5b-Ont (My Page) on Thu, Jun 16, 05 at 13:01
| Hi Syd I have divided it like hosta and it does fine - I usually give it a major haircut first - and it repairs very quickly. It also layers well if you want lots & lots. It is a lot hardier than its delicate appearance would lead you to believe. diane |
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| Thanks my friend! I want lots and lots but I'm still not brave enough to put a knife to that main solitary root system. I'm leaning towards layering it for a month, then severing off the layers from the main plant once rooting takes place. Signed - the creeping phlox dividing chicken |
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