Zebra grass, a cultivar of Chinese silvergrass, is a favorite among the ornamental grasses, and with good reason. It stands tall ... such as 'Scout' and 'My Fair Maiden.' Pruning.

These grasses do best if divided every three to four years. Two spading forks can be used to pry pieces apart, however I have used an axe in the past to cut through the dense roots between clumps.

When is a good time to divide and transplant maiden grass? Mine has died out in the middle, is looking rather poorly. Maiden grass, as well as other tall ornamental grasses, should be cut back to ...

When is a good time to divide and transplant maiden grass? Mine has died out in the middle, is looking rather poorly. Maiden grass, as well as other tall ornamental grasses, should be cut back to ...

This week's column shares tips on peach trees and advice for moving a crepe myrtle tree and dividing maiden grass — possibly with an ax. Click here for important updates to our privacy policy.