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Dividing Lamb's Ear Without Damaging It

Lamb's ear (Stachys byzantina) can be divided any time—best in morning or evening to reduce shock. Dig up clumps, separate, and replant. Note: it's not long-lived; mother plants eventually die out. Fill bare spots with vigorous divisions to maintain coverage.

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