How to divide asparagus fern and when is the best time to divide it into pots

1. How to divide asparagus fern

1. Preparation: When the soil is half dry and half wet, insert a knife into the soil to divide the roots in the soil into two parts, insert a playing card in the middle, and then water it with potassium permanganate solution. After that, control the water appropriately to prevent the roots of asparagus fern from rotting.

2. Division: Wait two months later for the wounds on the roots of asparagus fern to heal completely, then you can proceed with division. Remove the asparagus fern from the potting soil, and gently split the soil into two. At this time, we will find that the roots of asparagus fern have been completely separated and new roots have grown.

3. Potting: Observe whether there are dry or rotten places on the root system. If so, cut off the damaged roots, smear wood ash on the cut surface and then pot it. Also, plant it in the new pot with the soil, which is the protective soil, so that one pot becomes two pots.

4. Maintenance: After potting, water it thoroughly, that is, water it to fix the roots, so that the soil and the roots of asparagus fern can be closely combined. Place the potted plant in a cool and ventilated place, do not move it frequently, and wait for a week before maintaining it normally, watering it when the soil is dry and wet.

2. When is the best time to divide asparagus fern into pots?

Asparagus fern can be divided into pots in spring and autumn. The temperature is most suitable at this time, and the success rate will be highest if divided into pots, which is conducive to the survival of asparagus fern. When planting, be sure to pad the bottom of the pot with expanded clay to prevent the roots of asparagus fern from rotting due to excessive water.