Dividing plants is an easy way to keep your garden healthy and thriving, even as the colder months approach. November is a unique time because many perennials begin to go dormant, which makes moving and dividing them less stressful for the plants.
If you divide certain perennials in November, you give them a better chance to establish strong roots and come back stronger in spring. This simple step not only refreshes your garden but can also help you create new plants to share or expand your garden space.
Hostas
You can still divide hostas in November, especially if you live in warmer zones where the soil remains workable. Dividing them now helps new roots settle before winter.
When you divide hostas, you give them room to grow and stay healthy. Just dig up the clump, shake off the soil, and cut it into smaller sections.
Doing this every few years prevents crowding and keeps your plants looking fresh. Late fall is less stressful for hostas because they’re mostly dormant, making November a good time to work with them.
Daylilies
If you want your daylilies to keep blooming well, dividing them every three to five years is a good idea. They handle division easily, making this a simple way to give your plants more space to grow.
November is still a fine time to divide daylilies, especially if they look crowded. Just dig them up, separate the clumps, and replant for a healthier, more vibrant garden next spring.
Coral Bells (Heuchera)
If your coral bells are looking crowded or a bit leggy, November is a good time to divide them. You’ll want to split plants that are at least two to three years old.
Dividing helps keep your Heuchera healthy by preventing overcrowding and encouraging fresh, vibrant growth.
When you divide, look for natural offsets or crown sections. Replant each piece in fresh soil and give them some space to spread out. Your coral bells will thank you come spring.
Bee Balm (Monarda)
If you want to keep your bee balm healthy, dividing it every 2 to 3 years is a good practice. November is still a fine time to divide it since the plant is mostly dormant.
When you divide bee balm, dig up the root clump and separate the parts. You can toss the older, woody center and replant the younger sections about a foot apart.
Dividing helps control how much your bee balm spreads and encourages it to stay vibrant and full. Doing this before winter ends prepares your garden for a strong spring bloom.
Shasta Daisies
You can still divide Shasta daisies in November if you live in milder zones where the soil is soft enough to dig. Dividing them now helps the roots settle before the first frost.
If your daisies have fewer blooms or bald patches in the center, it’s a good time to divide. Do it soon after they finish blooming to give them a chance to recover before winter.
Dividing every three to five years keeps your plants healthy and full. Just dig up the clump carefully and separate the root sections to replant.
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