From the reliable blooms of catmint to the midsummer glory of daylilies to the late season color of Japanese anemones , perennials return for many years, add beauty to our gardens, and attract pollinators and beneficial insects . But sooner or later, you’ll need to do some maintenance and divide your perennials. That’s not a bad thing because you’ll be able to rejuvenate them, transplant divisions into bare spots in your garden, or trade them with neighbors for a plant you don’t have!

Dividing perennials is easy—you don’t need a horticulture degree and you don’t need lots of fancy tools. Just pick a time when you can complete the task because divisions need to go into the ground ASAP for their best chance at surviving. Then gather your tools: a garden spade or garden fork, a garde

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