RED-HOT POKERS
Divide Them Now Knipholias or red-hot, 'poker plants are among the most vividly striking in the mixed border. Unless replanted every, second year, they deteriorate both in leaf growth and quality of the tdoom. Early September, when new roots are forming, is the best time to replant. Jndeed, it is the only time when you can be sure of a successful job; Lift the roots carefully from moist soil and divide them into pieces Gin. in diameter. This is rather ■ a bigger division than you make with most things, but is essential in this ease. Tiny pieces of kniphbfia remain tiny; they don’t seem to have the power to increase in diameter. Replant In rich, deeply-dug soil, mixing in addition to the manure plenty of woodashes.
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Dominion, Volume 28, Issue 286, 30 August 1935, Page 24
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