Re: [gardeners] Iris Maintenance
Kathy Kennedy (gardeners@globalgarden.com)
Sat, 2 Oct 1999 18:14:15 -0500
I don't cut mine back either. I think the foliage feeds the tubers,
helping the plant stay strong for the next season. Also, this is the lazy
garden method.
Probably either way is OK.
--Kathy K, mid-Missouri, zone 5
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From: Michael & Bambi Cantrell <cantrell@onslowonline.net>
I little bit doubt that my way is the best way, but I often don't
cut my iris's back, unless they really begin to look ratty.
I hesitate to say this, but I haven't had any disease problems
with them, and they rebloom every year.
I'd at least wait until the foliage gets significantly yellowed
before cutting them back.
Good luck. :-)
Bambi
Coastal Carolina
Can anyone tell me if I should be cutting the foliage on my Iris's now?
I did read that you do this when you divide them but since mine are in
only one season, I am not sure whether I should leave the foliage long for
winter (Zone 8).
Pauline & Gary
Wilmington, NC
gnp@wilmington.net