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Post by desertwoman on Jun 18, 2024 17:40:59 GMT -5
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Iris
Jun 18, 2024 18:50:14 GMT -5
Post by lilolpeapicker on Jun 18, 2024 18:50:14 GMT -5
The first irises I have ever done. After only 2 last year I am in awe how many there are this year.
Is there anything special I should do in the fall?
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Post by ahntjudy on Jun 18, 2024 18:54:57 GMT -5
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Post by desertwoman on Jun 18, 2024 20:27:27 GMT -5
anything special I should do in the fall? Once the flowers fade and dry up (this will start soon) cut the stem down to about 2 inches above the rhizome, at about 45ยบ angle so that water runs off easily (to prevent rot and diseases) and remove any dried leaves. In the Fall cut the leaves back to about 5 inches above the rhizome in the center of of the rhizome- also at a 45ยบ angle- to about 3 inches at the outer edge so that you create a "fan" And you can cover with a light mulch (I use crushed leaves) Like this: ![](https://i.ibb.co/GCc69x3/Create-a-Fan-shape-to-prune-Iris-for-winter.png)
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Iris
Jul 3, 2024 14:37:40 GMT -5
Post by binnylou on Jul 3, 2024 14:37:40 GMT -5
To those who grow iris, what is your critter pressure on your plants? Iโm mainly concerned about deer and rabbits, but canโt rule out a groundhog.
I grew Siberian Iris years ago, but they became invasive. Iโm looking for big color with less work.
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Post by desertwoman on Jul 3, 2024 14:56:55 GMT -5
I've never had rabbits, deer, or gophers (my main visitors) or any critter, go for my iris. They seem indestructible in my garden. binnylou ,
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Post by breezygardener on Jul 3, 2024 15:36:40 GMT -5
I haven't grown any iris since moving to Virginia, but also have heard that critters leave them alone. I don't think you should have any problems.
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Post by ahntjudy on Jul 3, 2024 16:24:09 GMT -5
Another never had critter nor insect problems with iris here. Watch now...
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