Divide the Eremurus

The long spring spikes of this perennial are held together by fleshy, claw-like roots. When the feet become too old, it is necessary to carry out their division.

Material:
fork-spade
prong
hook
watering can with apple

Advice:
Avoid overwatering the soil before division, so as not to have a clod of earth too sticky around the roots.

Good to know:
The division of the claws of the Eremurus is the best way to multiply this plant, the sowing being very difficult to achieve.

Cut the stems and dig up

After flowering, when the foliage of ermurus wilts, cut the stems low to the ground. With a fork-spade lift the plant and lift it completely out of the ground. Place the tool far enough from the clump so as not to damage the roots.

Cut the damaged roots

Then shake the clod to drop the soil that adheres to it. You must clearly distinguish all the roots to be able to divide them easily. If there are portions of damaged roots, cut them cleanly with a knife.

Separating the claws of the eremurus

Then proceed to the separation of the claws forming the roots, making sure to keep, on each portion, one or more buds that will produce the new leaves and flowers. If the separation is difficult, cut with the billhook.

Replant the young claws

Immediately replant the young claws, in a soil well prepared with a hook and free of weed roots. Just make the bud flush. Tamp all around with your hand and sprinkle in a fine rain so as not to uncover the claw.