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When, why and how to dig and divide bearded iris » Botanish How To Store Iris Rhizomes, How And When To Divide Iris, Transplanting Iris In Spring, Dividing Iris Plants, When To Move Iris Bulbs, How To Plant Iris Rhizomes, Bearded Iris Companion Plants, Bearded Iris Care, When To Transplant Iris Bulbs

Irises grow from a rhizome, a form of modified stem that creeps along the ground just beneath the surface. Irises have a fat, fleshy rhizome for storing water and starch, which contributes to their durability.

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planting iris bulbs in fall | THE TIME TO PLANT OR DIVIDE TALL BEARDED IRIS Planting Iris, Iris Flowers Garden, Tree Lily, Iris Bulbs, Growing Irises, Iris Rhizomes, Planting Plants, Peaceful Garden, Growing Peonies

Iris grow from RHIZOMES, not bulbs, and so we don't wait until fall to plant them. Unlike other perennials, they can be planted, transplanted and divided any time now, through August. I start dividing and planting now. This gives the rhizomes a great start, and ensures that their roots will have plenty of time to be well established by the time colder climates arrive and the growing season is over. I think it's easier to transplant or divide them now, because the root systems of the new fans…

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