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I NEED TO DIVIDE AND MOVE A ORANGE KNIPHOFIA

alangreenshaw

By Alangreenshaw

United Kingdom Gb

CAN I CUT THE LEAVES DOWN FIRST



  • Question asked on 8 Oct, 2009

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I moved and divided one in early spring and had no problems at all. I'd be inclined to leave the leaves on unless they are dieing back anyway.

8 Oct, 2009

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