Herbs - Herb Propagation - Division

This is generally the fastest way to achieve mature plants. Early spring and fall are the best times to do divisions and dividing herbs often has other benefits -- it will discourage disease by thinning foliage and controlling unwanted spreading.

You will only need a spade and a sharp knife for this project. First, carefully dig around the circumference of the plant and pry the entire plant from the ground. Lay the plant on the ground in the shade and massage the dirt away from the roots or wash off with a hose. With a sharp knife, divide the mass of roots / stolons / rhizomes into fragments that have several new buds each and replant where desired.

It is best to do this procedure on a cool day to provide as little stress as possible to the roots.