Plant singly or in groups of three, 1 to 2 feet apart, depending on the fully grown plant’s size. SoakSiberian irisrhizomes in water overnight before planting, then set them 1 inch deep (2 inches, if the soil is sandy), 2 feet apart. Over a period of years, they will form clumps...
Newly planted irises need regular watering until their roots are established, but take care not to flood or waterlog them. A long, slow soak is preferable to a hard, fast blast. If you’re planting in fall, water irises evenly until the ground freezes, making sure the dirt never completely...
IRIS PLANTING AND CARE— Unlike most sources, we ship our iris as bare-root plants in the spring. (See an example here.) Plant them right away. They’re freshly dug the day we ship them, they can take light frost, and to bloom their first summer they must get growing again ASAP. ...
Planting and Care Walking iris can be grown infull or partial shade, can tolerate a range of soil types, and will thrive in moist locations. This plant does well in mass plantings, providing year-round interest with its upright foliage that's lovely even when not flowering. Can you grow ...
PLANTING & CARE Unlike most sources, we ship our iris as bare-root plants in the spring. (See an example here.) Plant them right away. They’re freshly dug, can take light frost, and to bloom their first summer they must get growing again ASAP. If necessary, store in the fridge for...
Bearded Iris Harvest, Planting, and Care Tips Harvesting Bearded Iris Bearded Irisrhizomes are harvested in July. In mid-summer, the plant is still green and gathering energy for next season’s blooms but the flowering process has long since finished. The foliage is cut down within a few inch...
PLANTING IRISES Photo by: Nadzeya Pakhomava / Shutterstock. When to plant: The best time to plant iris rhizomes or bulbs is late summer to early autumn to allow them plenty of time to establish roots before the growing season ends. In hotter climates, they can be planted in September or ...
With their smaller flowers and rugged constitutions, heirloom iris often combine more harmoniously in gardens than modern cultivars do. We’re shipping a dozen of the best for planting in April, and now is the time to order! Share: Share Posted in:History & Heirlooms, Iris Jun...
Iris culture emphasizes the best in site selection, planting, winter care and protection, and control of insects and diseases.The iris is one of the most popular and beautiful of the garden flowers. With the range in plant type, size, and adaption, there is an iris for almost any location...
Re-plant in different parts of the garden, making sure to leave the newly-transplanted rhizomes partially exposed, with plenty of room to grow. Learn more about dividing and re-planting Bearded Iris here. Shop Bearded Iris No products to display ...