Vegetative propagation of Arisaema ringens

[George R. Stilwell, Jr.]

Dixie,

In my experience, roots grow first, then shoots.
Ringens is an early riser, so spring division wouldn't be a good idea.

I believe the time to divide is in the fall after they've gone dormant.
It's probably the best time for all Arisaema division.

Ray

At  4/4/2005 07:17 PM, you wrote:

>I doubt I can divide my largest clump of Arisaema ringens, as it is about
>6" out of the ground.
>
>When IS the best time to make this huge clump a little smaller--and
>how.  I had hoped to divide it and pot up some plants for our local Rock
>Garden chapter sale in May but I suspect I am too late.  When does this
>arisaema send out roots, in relationship to top growth?  I have noticed
>other arisaemas, shipped dormant from friends,   dealers, top growth is
>initiated before roots appear.  Or does that depend upon the species?  Thanks.
>
>Dixie Hougen