How Do You Transplant Pulmonaria

Though they can be left undisturbed for years, lungworts can be propagated by dividing the clumps in late summer/early fall or after flowering in spring. Carefully dig up the entire clump and divide the clump into sections with a sharp knife. Each section should contain several leaves and a portion of the root system.

When can you transplant pulmonaria?

In proper conditions they can spread rapidly and can be divided in early spring or fall. When dividing lungworts, don’t panic if the plants wilt soon after division. Simply replant them and provide water and they will perk up quickly. Once established, lungworts need little extra care.

Should pulmonaria be cut back?

Some perennials, such as pulmonaria, retire back to a dense clump of basal foliage that should be left in place. Leave evergreen perennials, such as epimediums, euphorbias and hellebores. Don’t cut back penstemons until spring – the old stems will protect the crown from frost over winter.