Many folks cut the leaf fan back a bit when transplanting so the weight of the leaves won't cause the newly planted iris to tip over, but you should leave as much leaf on the plant as possible to continue to feed the rhizome.
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Gardener's Guide to Dividing and Transplanting Iris Plants ... Dividing and Transplanting Iris Plants ... The best time to transplant Iris is 2-3 weeks after the finish of blooming. Dig the clump up and pry the rhizomes apart, discarding all shriveled and diseased parts. Stalks which produced flowers this year will not...
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Transplanting iris is a pretty straightforward process. It is very similar to the act of transplanting other plants, but there are a few differences that make it require more effort. Transplanting iris can be done for several reasons.
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All you need to know about transplanting iris bulbs ... The correct method for transplanting iris bulbs depends on the type of iris involved. There are two broad divisions known as bulbous and rhizomatous. The bulbous type, as its name suggests, grow from bulbs and comprise most of the English and Dutch iris varieties.
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Directions for moving and increasing iris plantings. ... Irises grow from thick, underground stems called rhizomes. Carefully dig up the iris clumps with a spade. Cut the leaves back to 1/3 their original height. Wash the soil from the rhizomes and roots with a steady stream of water.
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A thread in the Propagation forum, titled Iris transplanting (summer/fall/winter) ... Hi all, According to the "experts" Iris should be dug in July. My concern is the heat in the desert in July with August temps still to come. All perennial, tree and shrub transplanting really should be done in fall/winter here.
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my iris are getting overgrown and i want to know when is the best time to break them up and replant. i live in little egg harbor,nj 08087; ANSWER: Your Iris has stopped blooming, so you can take care of this right now if you have the ability to ... ; You are here: Experts > Style > Gardening > Bulbs > transplanting iris;
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Is there any way I can transplant some of my grandmother's iris bulbs to take with me? Thanks. Priscilla ; Answer; Priscilla, Sure thing. It doesn't matter what type you have,either the bulb type or the rhizomes. ... ; You are here: Experts > Home/Garden > Roses > Perennials > transplanting iris;
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Transplanting Iris Bulbs Gardening & Plants ... I live in northwest Louisiana. When is the best time to transplant Iris? Should the tops be cut off before transplanting ... Ask Me Help Desk > Home & Garden > Gardening & Plants > Transplanting Iris Bulbs...
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Jan 15, 2006 08:30 AM ... I live in northwest Louisiana. When is the best time to transplant Iris? Should the tops be cut off before transplanting? ... All times are GMT -8. The time now is 07:27 AM.
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