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16 years ago

Is it absolutely necessary to wait for a frost or freeze to begin digging? Steve in Baltimore County.

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grannymarsh
16 years ago
No, it is not neccesary. Cutting them off will serve the same purpose, the two week waiting period after frost or the whack makes it easier to see the eyes if you are dividing them in the Fall.
oscarthecat
Original Author
16 years ago
Thank You Steve in Baltimore County.
esspee
16 years ago
What's the best way to divide? Some of mine are massive now.

Thanks.

Sue

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