Transplanting obedient plants can be done at various times depending on the method you choose. There are two primary methods of propagation for obedient plants: division of roots and seed planting. Let’s explore the best times for transplanting obedient plants using each method.
1. Transplanting by Division of Roots:
Obedient plants can form clumps through spreading stolons, which are horizontal stems that grow above the ground and produce new plants. These clumps can be divided to create new plants. The best time to do this is either in early spring or late fall.
In early spring, as the plant starts to emerge from its winter dormancy, you can carefully dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections. Make sure each section has its own set of roots and shoots. Then, replant the divided clumps in their desired locations, ensuring they have enough space to grow and spread.
Late fall is another suitable time for dividing obedient plants. After the plant has finished flowering and the foliage begins to die back, you can dig up the clumps and divide them. This allows the newly divided plants to establish their root systems over the winter months, ready to grow vigorously in the following spring.
2. Transplanting by Seed:
Obedient plants can also be propagated by seed. The seeds are small, dull-brown nutlets, about 1/8 inch in size. To plant obedient plant seeds, there are two recommended times: fall or spring after damp stratification.
Fall is a great time to sow obedient plant seeds directly into the ground. The seeds will experience natural stratification during the winter months, which helps break their dormancy. By spring, the seeds will be ready to germinate and grow.
Alternatively, if you choose to sow obedient plant seeds in spring, you can simulate the winter stratification by providing damp stratification. This involves placing the seeds in a moist medium, such as damp paper towels or peat moss, and storing them in a cool location, like a refrigerator, for a few weeks. After this period, the seeds can be planted outdoors, and they should germinate successfully.
You can transplant obedient plants through division of roots in early spring or late fall. For seed propagation, you can sow seeds in the fall for natural stratification or in the spring after providing damp stratification. By following these guidelines, you can ensure successful transplanting and propagation of obedient plants in your garden.