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About Perennials
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Perennials are plants that live for more than 2 years, often for many years. Most woody plants and many herbaceous plants are perennials.

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Are there general watering guidelines I can follow for my flower bed of both perennials and annuals?
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In hot, dry weather, you might need to water two or three times a week until plants settle in. Then, once a week usually suffices—unless nature provides.

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Buying perennials
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Some perennials, such as coreopsis and columbine, are sold in six-packs like annuals because they grow quickly from seed. More often, perennial plants are grown from root divisions or cuttings and are sold individually in peat or plastic pots. As with annuals, look for compact, stocky plants with a bushy crown of leaves. Avoid plants with brown leaves, plants coming into flower, and plants that have weak, gangly stems.

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Can hostas be divided after they have already started to grow in the spring, and if not, when can th
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Hostas can be divided almost anytime, but very early spring before they have started to grow and then again in the fall are preferred. The reasoning is to allow the roots time to reestablish before the hot weather sets in. Make sure to water them well the day before you dig them and water them in well afterwards. Keep the soil moist but not soggy until they are reestablished.

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Can I prune my hibiscus to keep it from getting too large?
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Perennial hibiscus (rose mallow) can be pruned in the spring, just as new growth begins to appear. To keep it under control (once you've pruned it back), just pinch the tips of the stems regularly. This will encourage new growth near the center of the plant

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Dividing perennials
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Water the plant you will be dividing and the area surrounding it very thoroughly a few days before you dig. This will make digging much easier.

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