- 1). Sow outdoors as soon as danger of frost has passed. You will want to use the cultivator to break up clods in the soil and fluff up the dirt a little bit to facilitate water passage and germination. Bishop's weed can be directly sowed and makes a great forage plot for wild animals.
- 2). Scatter the seed lightly on the top of the soil and then lightly scratch over some dirt to cover the seed. The seed looks much like carrot seed and is tiny (it is also used as a spice in Indian food). Water in the seeds to get them moist, and begin the germination process. Water every day if dry (don't water if the soil feels wet) until the plants have several true leaves. It is tolerant of almost all soils and needs minimal care if planted in the shade.
- 3). Dig up chunks when it is established to fill in other areas. The plant will grow rhizomes as it matures and starting a new plant is as simple as cutting out a piece and planting it elsewhere. You can cut any size piece from the plant that you wish as long as it has roots. The size of chunk will indicate the size of your starter plant. Dig a hole the size of the root mass on your new plant, and put the plant in the hole and cover the roots with dirt.
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