Flower Gardens Utah
Flower Gardens Utah
I just received 1 dozen Irisises in a shipment. Do I plant them now or in Fall?
I just got a shipment of Iris roots. About half a dozen. I am not sure where to put it in my garden yet? I need to make another raised flower bed. Iris do they grow better in full sun or partial shade? Should I wait until fall ? It’s still getting hot and dry here in Northern Utah? Help! I also have about 100 Tulip plants that needs planting? Now or late fall? Which way is better?
Please Goggle Schreiner’s Irises for the help you need. This next info came from their web site and they have all the answers you will need. Good luck. They also have some fabulous Irises too.
Planting Iris
The best planting time for Iris is in July, August, and September. If you’re in an area with hot summers and mild winters, September or October planting may be better. Pick a site for your Iris where the plants will get at least a half day of full sun. Iris need good drainage; the rhizomes will rot if the soil stays too wet.
Prepare a raised bed or mound with loose soil. If your soil is heavy clay, add sand or organic matter to loosen the soil. Iris prefer a soil that’s slightly acidic (pH 6.8). Plant the Iris so that the top part of the rhizome is above the soil line. Press the soil around the rhizome firmly and water in. Once your Iris plants are established, they’ll only need to be watered in very dry conditions.
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