Walking Iris Division - How And When To Transplant Neomarica

When to Transplant Neomarica Walking Iris Walking iris is a sturdy plant that tolerates transplantation nearly any time during the growing season. Many people prefer to divide the plant in autumn; however, if you live in a cold climate, it's a good idea to get the job done a couple of months before the first freeze.

1. When can I move iris rhizomes?
2. When can you transplant Dutch iris?
3. How do you plant Apostle Iris?
4. Should I deadhead irises?
5. Can you transplant irises in the spring?
6. How do you divide and replant irises?
7. When can I divide irises?
8. Does walking iris like sun or shade?
9. When can you dig up iris bulbs and replant them?
10. Will iris bloom after transplanting?
11. Should I soak iris bulbs before planting?

When can I move iris rhizomes?

Mid- to late-summer is a good time to divide bearded irises. You want to make sure that the roots have ample time to grow before winter. You can usually tell that your irises are ready to be divided when a clump looks overgrown, with rhizomes starting to grow into each other and popping up from the soil.

When can you transplant Dutch iris?

While many gardeners treat Dutch iris as annual plants and buy fresh bulbs every fall, they will often naturalize and bloom again the following spring. If Dutch iris become overcrowded, the best time for transplanting iris bulbs is in the early fall after the foliage has died back completely.

How do you plant Apostle Iris?

Light: Plant in full sun to light shade. Water needs: Prefers a moist soil but tolerates short periods of drought; grows best with weekly waterings. Feedings: Apply a light feeding of a general landscape fertilizer once in March, June and August if needed for growth.

Should I deadhead irises?

Deadheading, or removing the old flowers, keeps the plants attractive and allows the leaves to collect energy for healthy root formation instead of setting seeds. Some irises may bloom twice a year if you deadhead properly. Break off the individual flowers on each flowering stem after they finish blooming.

Can you transplant irises in the spring?

Do not transplant iris in the spring. Wait until the foliage has died back in the summer before attempting to dig up and move your iris bulbs.

How do you divide and replant irises?

Instructions

1. Dig up the Clump. Using a garden shovel, dig up the entire clump of iris. ...
2. Divide the Clump Into Sections. Shake off loose dirt, and divide the large clump into sections by tugging it apart with your hands. ...
3. Trim the Leaves. ...
4. Inspect the Rhizome Sections. ...
5. Prepare a Planting Hole. ...
6. Plant the Iris. ...
7. Caring for New Iris.

When can I divide irises?

Divide at the right time of year, after flowering, when irises become dormant during late summer, reducing the chance of bacterial soft rot. Avoid dividing during winter when irises are trying to survive on stored energy in their rhizomes. Snip the leaf blades to about one third of their height.

Does walking iris like sun or shade?

Walking iris grows best in moist, well-draining soil in areas with light to full shade but will also tolerate some sun as long as it receives adequate moisture.

When can you dig up iris bulbs and replant them?

The best time when to transplant iris is in the summer, after the iris have finished blooming, up until fall.

Will iris bloom after transplanting?

Plant bearded irises:

12 to 24 inches apart with the top of the rhizome at or slightly under the surface of the soil. Divide the clumps every three or four years to avoid crowding problems. Irises may take a season or two to rebloom after transplanting.

Should I soak iris bulbs before planting?

Soak rhizomes for 10 minutes, rinse well, and lay out to dry. It's OK to wait days or even weeks before planting, but sooner is better. As long as the iris is in a sunny spot where its rhizome can stay dry, all will be well.