Can Spireas Be Divided?

Divide spirea
A little-known fact is that you can dig and divide most spireas. An old clump with a dead or dying center and lots of healthy growth around the edges can be lifted and split with a saw or sharp pruning shears, just like a perennial.

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A happy post-division meadowsweet plant. Photo by Lorna Kring. However, once established, they are easy to grow, reliable, and low maintenance. Plus, most of them can be divided into new plants – making them cost-effective as well.

Can you split bridal bushes?

It's best to divide bridal wreath spirea in the late summer or fall when it's finished blooming. Dig up the plant carefully, digging at least 12 inches from its base, and avoid contacting the roots with a shovel. ... Cut down the center of the crown with a shovel to separate the plant, taking care not to damage the roots.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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